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New Delhi: Beta blockers, the standard treatment after a heart attack for the last 40 years, may offer no benefit for heart attack patients and can raise death risk in some women, according to a study on Saturday that called for a rejig into the standard treatment paradigm.  Beta blockers are drugs commonly prescribed for a range of cardiac conditions, including heart attacks. It provides no clinical benefit for patients who have had an uncomplicated myocardial infarction with preserved heart function. The study presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress in Madrid and simultaneously published in The New England…

New Delhi: Even a small amount of ultra-processed foods can lead to increased weight, hormone disruption, and poor sperm quality in men, finds a study.  An international team of scientists has now discovered that people gain more weight on an ultra-processed diet compared to a minimally processed diet, even when they eat the same number of calories. The study, published in the journal Cell Metabolism, in humans also revealed that a diet high in ultra-processed foods introduces higher levels of pollutants that are known to affect sperm quality. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source “Our results prove that ultra-processed…

The Karnataka government Saturday issued a notification for the appointment of senior IPS officer Dr M A Saleem as the full-time Director General and Inspector General of Police (head of the police force) of Karnataka. The order came close on the heels of the state assuring the Karnataka High Court about appointing a regular state police chief after Saleem was appointed as the interim police chief following the retirement of the former police chief, Alok Mohan, on May 21, 2025. Saleem, 59, a 1993-batch IPS officer, who held concurrent charge of the CID unit of the state police after his…

Apple TV+ True crime has quickly become one of the biggest, most popular genres of entertainment, and it’s not just movies and TV shows, as true crime podcasts are also taking audiences by storm. Amateur investigators around the world have launched entire careers examining some of the most heinous and often overlooked crimes around — the kind that seem to get swept under the rug. One such podcast, “Firebug,” about a convicted serial arsonist named John Leonard Orr, has been adapted into an Apple TV+ drama. “Smoke” retells the true…

The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has announced the inclusion of 75 additional BDA residential plots in its ongoing e-auction of developed sites across Bengaluru. With this expansion, the total number of plots available in the current round has risen to 197, building on the earlier offering of 122 sites.The newly listed plots are spread across some of the city’s established residential zones, including HSR Layout, HAL 2nd Stage, Arkavathy 7th Block, Anjanapura 10th Block, Hemmigepura, UM Kaval, and Thanisandra. These locations are well-connected and already developed, making them attractive for potential homebuyers seeking ready-to-build plots within the city limits.Also read:…

Novak Djokovic added another golden chapter to his legendary career by breaking Roger Federer’s long-standing record for most hard-court Grand Slam wins. The Serbian superstar achieved the milestone with a four-set victory over Cameron Norrie in the third round of the US Open 2025, claiming his 192nd hard-court win at majors. Federer previously held the record at 191. Battling Through Pain Despite struggling with a lower back issue, the 38-year-old champion showed grit and determination to outlast Norrie 6-4, 6-7(4), 6-2, 6-3. Djokovic’s physical discomfort was evident at times, but his relentless focus and tactical brilliance ensured he got over…

The registration fee for immovable properties in Karnataka is set to rise from one to two per cent of the value of the property from Sunday, with the state government issuing a notification for the revised registration fee. Despite the hike in the registration fee, the state government has said that the land registration cost in Karnataka remains the lowest in South India. “Karnataka has one of the lowest Stamp Duty and Registration Fees on immovable property transactions when compared to its neighbours and other states. The government has revised the registration fee from 1% to 2%, with effect from…

Shakeel Ahmed, the principal of a government school in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for his despicable sexual exploitation of an 11-year-old Hindu girl. Shakeel started pressuring this girl, who was studying in the 7th grade of his school, to marry him. He used to molest her and touch her private parts and whenever the girl protested, he threatened to fail her. This case is from the Primary Junior High School located in Talibnagar of Jawan Block of Aligarh. Shakeel Ahmed, the principal of this school, always kept an evil eye on his girl students. What is the entire…

Bengaluru’s long-standing struggle with wet waste management has found a potential game-changer in a locally developed artificial intelligence-powered robot named Chewie. The compact unit, designed to handle kitchen waste, has recently gained widespread attention after Biocon Chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw highlighted its innovative approach to household garbage disposal.Also read: Tesla unveils Optimus: The Humanoid Robot at ‘We, Robot’ eventHow Chewie worksChewie functions as a smart waste-processing system that digests everyday organic matter such as food leftovers, vegetable peels, and fruit scraps. Unlike traditional waste storage that often leads to foul odour and unhygienic conditions, the robot transforms this material into nutrient-rich…

Why Do Sugar Cravings Feel So Hard to Resist? If you’ve ever found yourself standing in front of the fridge late at night, searching for something sweet, you’re not alone. Sugar activates the brain’s reward system, releasing dopamine, the same feel-good chemical triggered by addictive substances. That’s why cravings feel so powerful. The good news? You don’t have to give in. By understanding what fuels your cravings and making small adjustments, you can regain control over your diet and energy. Here are 7 genius hacks to help you control sugar cravings before they control you: 1. Eat More Protein and…