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He also announced similar plans for such courses in Nagaland.Inaugurating the Nagaland Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (NIMSR), state’s first medical college, the Central Minister said that the medical institute is not just a medical college, it is also a research institute.“It would not only fulfill the purpose of imparting medical education but would also address the health issues of the Naga people.”Mandaviya, acknowledged Nagaland’s enormous potential for development, highlighting the abundance of resources within the state.He emphasised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to focus on the development of the northeast region, particularly in the healthcare sector, and reminded…

Manama : Ghada Hamid Habib, the Ombudswoman, announced the Independent Ombudsman Office will organise an international conference on the occasion of the celebration of the tenth anniversary of its inauguration under the title “The Effectiveness of Ombudsmen in Institutional Work and their Role in Promoting Respect for Human Rights” from October 18 to 19. The Ombudswoman affirmed that this conference is a platform for those interested in the work of ombudsman offices from all over the world to come together to discuss and exchange ideas related to the work of their institutions, and their role in promoting human rights. In…

Rabat : Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Minister of Finance and National Economy, met here today, in the presence of Rasheed Mohammed Al Maraj, and Khalid bin Salman bin Jabr Al Musallam, Bahraini Ambassador to Morocco, Nadia Fettah Alaoui, Moroccan Minister of Economy and Finance, on the sidelines of his participation in the 2023 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group (WBG) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), currently held in Marrakech. Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa requested the Moroccan minister to convey the greeting and appreciation of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince…

Baghdad : Royal Academy of Police (RAP) Commander, Brigadier Fawaz Al Hassan, chaired the Interior Ministry’s delegation at the 13th Conference of Officials of Security Training and Qualification Institutions in Arab Countries in Iraq. RAP Commander highlighted the experience of the academy during the COVID-19 pandemic of continuing with training and education programmes without neglecting health preventive measures.  

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) The AIFF Women’s Football Committee meeting chaired by Valanka Natasha Alemao was held at the Football House. The Committee analysed the performances of various Women’s National Teams including the Senior National Women’s Team, who played in the recent Asian Games. It also deliberated upon the discussions going on with FIFA, UEFA regarding various developmental projects in women’s football and the schedule of the National teams for the present and coming seasons.Welcoming the members of the committee, Prabhakaran said, “We are determined to improve the landscape of women’s football in India. This season, we are planning…

Ahmedabad, Oct 14 (IANS) India skipper Rohit Sharma smashed six fours and as many sixes en route to top-scoring with a scintillating 86 off 63 balls in powering the hosts’ to a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in a highly-anticipated clash of 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup here at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Saturday.In the afternoon, Jasprit Bumrah’s intelligent variations and Kuldeep Yadav’s accurate wrist-spin, along with other bowlers amongst the wickets, meant India bowled out Pakistan for just 191 in 42.5 overs. From being 155-2 at one point, Pakistan lost eight wickets for just 36 runs in 13…

New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) Online food delivery platform Swiggy on Saturday said it received orders for more than 250 biryanis per minute as millions glued to their TV sets on Saturday to watch the thrilling action between arch rivals India and Pakistan during the 2023 Men’s ODI World Cup group match.Swiggy saw 250 biryanis being ordered per minute since the match started.”One household in Chandigarh ordered 70 biryanis in one-go; it seems they were already celebrating,” said the company.Additionally, Indians also ordered over 1 lakh cold drinks during the match.“10,916 and 8,504 units of blue lay’s (chips) and green…

“A great win today in Ahmedabad, powered by all round excellence. Congratulations to the team and best wishes for the matches ahead,” PM Modi posted on ‘X’.India crushed Pakistan by seven wickets.Captain Rohit Sharma top scored with 86 runs, as India surpassed the target of 191 runs with more than 19 overs to spare.–IANSans/pgh

According to the advisory, there will be diversion/restriction on Bahadurshah Zafar Marg, and Delhi Gate to JLN Marg. No heavy vehicles and buses shall be allowed on the roads, from Daryaganj to Bahadurshah Zafar Marg and from Guru Nanak Chowk to Asaf Ali Road.“Commuters are requested to avoid Rajghat to JLN Marg, J.L.N Marg from roundabout Kamla Market to Rajghat, Asaf Ali Road from Turkman Gate to Delhi Gate and Bahadurshah Zafar Marg from Ramcharan Aggarwal Chowkto Delhi Gate from 12 noon to 12 midnight on the day of match as congestion is expected,” read the traffic advisory.The traffic cops…

The discovery could eventually change how asthma, Crohn’s and other inflammatory diseases are treated, due to the protein’s — called IL-31 — presence throughout the body.The findings by scientists at university of California San Francisco (UCSF), published in the journal Science Immunology, lay the groundwork for a new generation of drugs that interact more intelligently with the body’s innate ability to self-regulate.Previous approaches suggested that IL-31 signals itch and promotes skin inflammation.But the UCSF team discovered that nerve cells, or neurons, that respond to IL-31, triggering a scratch, also prevent immune cells from overreacting and causing more widespread irritation.“We tend…