A new UK study reveals that air pollution significantly accelerates the onset of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, digestive, and cancer categories. Researchers found that higher exposure to particulate matter and nitrogen oxides leads to earlier diagnoses, potentially shaving years off healthy life expectancy. The findings highlight the urgent need for improved air quality to slow disease progression.
The absence of new shipments could tighten domestic availability, given that India, the world’s second-largest consumer of gold and the largest buyer of silver, depends almost entirely on imports to meet demand, according to a Reuters report.
Fresh protests erupted in Noida over salary hikes, while police revealed social media accounts from Pakistan allegedly fueled earlier labor unrest. Investigations point to a coordinated effort involving digital misinformation and on-ground mobilization by groups like Mazdoor Bigul Dasta, with several arrests made and more accused sought.
Stock market today: Sensex and Nifty opened in green on Friday on positive global cues. While Nifty50 was above 24,200, BSE Sensex was up around 100 points.
Two individuals accused in alleged sexual harassment and religious conversion attempts at TCS Nashik have been remanded to judicial custody until April 18. The special investigation team is pursuing further custodial remand for a third case involving serious workplace offenses. Meanwhile, the TCS Nashik office is not permanently shut, with staff working remotely due to the ongoing situation.
Oil prices dipped as hopes for a Middle East peace deal surged following a ceasefire and potential US-Iran talks. While a temporary agreement might be close, concerns over significant supply disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz closure persist. Experts anticipate continued price volatility until lasting peace and open trade routes are restored.
The US State Department has significantly expanded its visa restriction policy in the Western Hemisphere, targeting 26 individuals. This move aims to counter those working for US adversaries to undermine American interests, regional security, and democratic sovereignty. The administration asserts this action protects national security and promotes regional safety and prosperity.
In an exclusive conversation with TimesofIndia.com, the all-rounder opens up on the need of not overdoing things, the mental toughness, awareness about his game and the dream of playing for India in 2027 ODI World Cup.
Police arrested four more suspects in the Amravati sexual abuse case, bringing the total to eight in custody. The main accused allegedly lured women and recorded sexual acts, with digital trails leading to the viral spread of videos. Investigations are ongoing to identify more victims and potential accomplices.
Chhattisgarh police have filed an FIR against Vedanta Resources chairman Anil Agrawal and others following a deadly blast at their Sakti power plant. The incident, which claimed 20 lives, is attributed to serious operational lapses, including a rapid increase in boiler load and system failures. A special investigation team is probing the tragedy.
