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As the festive season of Ayudha Puja approaches, concerns have been raised over the inadequate funds allocated for the worship of KSRTC buses. Every year, the Transport Department provides a small sum to bus drivers and conductors for the ritualistic worship of buses, a tradition observed on the day of Ayudha Puja. However, this year, employees are questioning the department’s allocation of just Rs 150 per bus, which they argue is insufficient to carry out even the basic aspects of the ceremony.Also read: Karnataka unveils ‘Vision Group’ to restore 34,000 neglected muzrai templesThe Rs 150 allotted for each KSRTC bus…

Air India Express is set to expand its operations with the launch of three new routes starting October 27, 2025. The airline will introduce services to Kuwait, Jeddah, and Riyadh from Bengaluru, operating three times a week on all three routes using Boeing 737 MAX-8 aircraft. This launch coincides with the airline’s winter 2025 schedule.Also read:Air India Express adds new daily flights linking Bengaluru with 3 major cities from September 1Services to Kuwait, Jeddah, and Riyadh from BengaluruKuwait Service (IX 870/871)The new Kuwait route will operate on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, with departures from Bengaluru at 10:20 PM and arrivals…

New Delhi: Oral bacteria, once colonised in the gut, can affect neurons in the brain and potentially trigger Parkinson’s disease, according to a study.  Researchers from the Pohang University of Science and Technology in South Korea identified the mechanism by which metabolites produced by oral bacteria in the gut may trigger the development of Parkinson’s disease, a major neurological disorder characterised by tremors, stiffness, and slowed movement. “Our study provides a mechanistic understanding of how oral microbes in the gut can influence the brain and contribute to the development of Parkinson’s disease,” said Professor Ara Koh. Add Zee News as…

New Delhi: Scientists have discovered that rheumatoid arthritis (RA) silently starts years earlier, long before symptoms appear, an advance that may pave the way for earlier treatment and prevention.  RA is a debilitating autoimmune disease that causes painful joint inflammation and damage. The new research, published in the journal Science Translational Medicine, reveals that during the early phase of RA, the body fights an autoimmune battle invisibly. Add Zee News as a Preferred Source This wasn’t a localised joint inflammation, but rather a body-wide inflammatory state that resembles what’s seen in people with active RA. “Overall, we hope this…

In 1931, a toddler was subjected to an unsettling experiment involving a chimpanzee, a decision made by his parents, Luella and Winthrop Niles Kellogg. The goal was to explore the potential effects of raising the two together to see if the chimpanzee would develop more human-like behaviors. However, as the study progressed, it quickly veered into troubling territory, with both the toddler and the chimp enduring harsh conditions. The incident has since become a focal point in discussions about ethics in scientific research, with sources like the Mirror describing the outcome as both shocking and deeply disturbing. A Desperate Pursuit…

The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, marked World Tourism Day 2025 with a high-profile event themed “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation”, aligning with the United Nations World Tourism Organization’s global call to action. Held in New Delhi, the celebration brought together leaders from government, industry, academia, and civil society to reaffirm India’s commitment to building a green, inclusive, and resilient tourism sector. Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog Shri Suman Bery served as Chief Guest, while Shri Suresh Gopi, Minister of State for Tourism, Petroleum & Natural Gas, presided over the event. Shri Suman Billa, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, delivered…

New Delhi: The Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) has secured a landslide victory in the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) elections, winning 28 of the 40 seats and unseating the United People’s Party Liberal (UPPL) and the BJP, which had jointly governed the outgoing council.The UPPL won seven seats and the BJP five, a significant drop from the 12 and nine seats they secured, respectively, in the 2020 BTC polls. The BPF had won 17 seats then, but the BJP and UPPL had formed a post-poll alliance to oust the BPF from power for the first time since the council’s formation in…

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — The Danish defense ministry said Saturday that “drones have been observed at several of Danish defense facilities” overnight Friday into Saturday. The renewed drone sightings come after there were several drone sightings in the Nordic country earlier this week, with some of them temporarily shutting down Danish airports.The Danish defense ministry said in a statement that drone activity was noticed at Skrydstrup Air Base and the Jutland Dragoon Regiment.Several local media reported that one or more drones were also seen near or above the military Karup Air Base, which is Denmark’s biggest military base.The Defense ministry…

In a shocking cyber fraud incident, a woman scientist from the prestigious Indian Institute of Science (IISc) was duped into transferring Rs 8.80 lakh following a three-day digital “arrest” scam. The central division cyber police have initiated an investigation, though the suspects remain unidentified.Also read: Bengaluru turns into an epicentre of digital arrest scams, losing ₹572 crores in just 18 monthsThe scam unfolded on September 16 when a man impersonating a CBI officer contacted the scientist, warning her that a SIM card registered in her name was being misused and allegedly linked to multiple criminal cases, including human trafficking. Shortly…

Menopause marks a significant transition in every woman’s life, bringing with it a host of physical and emotional changes. While this natural phase is inevitable, symptoms like hot flashes, disturbed sleep, mood swings, and low energy can often feel overwhelming. Nutrition and lifestyle choices are foundational in managing these shifts, but experts believe that herbal teas and superfoods can serve as powerful allies in making the journey smoother, gentler, and more nourishing. Herbal Teas: Nature’s Gentle Remedy Mugdha Pradhan, Functional Nutritionist, CEO & Founder of iThrive, says, “Menopause is a natural phase that comes in every woman’s life, but the…