‘Teething problem’ in vertical lift span of new Pamban Rail Bridge leaves railway officials scrambling

‘Teething problem’ in vertical lift span of new Pamban Rail Bridge leaves railway officials scrambling

After PM Modi inaugurated the New Pamban Rail Bridge, the Vertical Central Span was lifted for a Naval vessel to pass through the Pamban channel. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The vertical lift span of the new Pamban Rail Bridge, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (April 6, 2025), caused concern among senior … Read more

How AI chatbots’ ‘biggest problem’ is helping scientists in healthcare – ET HealthWorld

How AI chatbots’ ‘biggest problem’ is helping scientists in healthcare – ET HealthWorld

New Delhi: While the general consensus on AI “hallucinations” – the generation of plausible but false information – are concerning, scientists are increasingly recognising their potential for driving innovation and discovery, report has said, adding that these unexpected outputs from AI models are proving surprisingly useful in fields ranging from medicine to climate science. According … Read more

Methanol poisoning deaths highlight SE Asia’s fake alcohol problem

Methanol poisoning deaths highlight SE Asia’s fake alcohol problem

Getty Images Towns like Vang Vieng in Laos – where the fatal poisonings took place – are known stops on the backpacking trail through South East Asia Suspected methanol poisoning from tainted drinks has reportedly killed five tourists in a Laos holiday town in the past fortnight. A British woman, an Australian woman, a US … Read more

There will soon be permanent solution to flooding problem in Chennai: CM Stalin

There will soon be permanent solution to flooding problem in Chennai: CM Stalin

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inspects dredging work being carried out in the Veerangal stream area in Chennai  | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement A day after heavy rains lashed Chennai and its surrounding areas, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Wednesday (October 16, 2024) said the State government has been preparing for three months … Read more

The way to solve the ‘Kashmir problem’

The way to solve the ‘Kashmir problem’

Army jawans returning from an encounter site in Adigam village of south Kashmir’s Kulgam district. | Photo Credit: IMRAN NISSAR The enthusiastic electoral participation of the people of J&K has proved that they envisage democracy as the ultimate mode of getting involved in the political processes. This explicit endorsement of democratic politics is not merely … Read more

The problem of landslides in Kerala

The problem of landslides in Kerala

An aerial view of the tea plantations on August 1, 2024 after landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district. Photo: Humane Society International, India viua AFP Nearly a fortnight after two landslides gouged out the face of the Vellarimala hill in Wayanad’s Meppadi panchayat, killing more than 230 people in the foothills, the search continues for the … Read more

Enlarged prostate: What is the King's health problem?

Enlarged prostate: What is the King's health problem?

Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, An enlarged prostate (pink) sitting below the bladder (purple) By Michelle Roberts Digital health editor Charities have welcomed the King going public and sharing details about his prostate problem, to encourage men with similar symptoms to ask their doctor for a check-up. He has an enlarged prostate – something many … Read more

Theft of fence is latest problem on Bengaluru-Mysuru access controlled highway

Theft of fence is latest problem on Bengaluru-Mysuru access controlled highway

Iron fence has been removed on some stretches of Bengaluru Mysuru access controlled highway. The main purpose of erecting the fencing is to prevent entry of pedestrians, livestock, and dogs into the main carriageway, and reduce the likelihood of accidents. | Photo Credit: Bhagya Prakash K : Bengaluru–Mysuru access controlled highway is encountering a new … Read more