In a recent interview, Elon Musk revealed he uses a prescription for ketamine to manage what he described as a "negative chemical state" similar to depression. Ketamine is a medication primarily used for inducing anaesthesia and sedation in medical settings. It belongs to a class of drugs called dissociative anaesthetics, which means it can cause a person to feel detached from reality and experience a sense of disconnection from their surroundings.
The UN General Assembly has taken a historic step by adopting a landmark resolution focused on promoting the safe, secure, and trustworthy use of artificial intelligence (AI) systems, aligning with the goals of sustainable development. This adoption marks the first time the Assembly has addressed regulation in the rapidly evolving field of AI, signalling a significant milestone in global governance.
Recently, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Canada based biotechnology company (Conlis Global) for licensing of an innovative and indigenously developed technology that promotes bone healing and regeneration.
A recent study by Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, indicates that public awareness and knowledge regarding Hepatitis B, a potentially fatal disease leading to liver cirrhosis and cancer, is insufficient in India. Hepatitis is the inflammation of the liver, characterised by irritation or swelling of the liver cells due to various causes. Liver inflammation can manifest as either acute, characterised by symptoms like jaundice, fever, and vomiting, or chronic, lasting over six months with no apparent symptoms.
Recently, Scientists raised concerns about the future of the Atlantic Ocean. They have identified a subduction zone beneath the Gibraltar Strait, situated between Spain and Morocco. It is a narrow gap separating Europe and Africa. It marks bthe meeting point of the Eurasian Plate and the African Plate.
Recently, The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has achieved a significant milestone by connecting the strategic Nimmu-Padam-Darcha road in Ladakh. This road serves as a crucial link between Manali and Leh, passing through Darcha and Nimmu along the Kargil–Leh highway. It now stands as the third axis connecting Ladakh to the hinterland, alongside the existing Manali-Leh and Srinagar-Leh routes. The road holds strategic importance due to its shorter distance compared to other routes. It will provide all-weather connectivity to the Ladakh region.
