Antimicrobial resistance is escalating in India, with nearly one in six bacterial infections now unresponsive to standard antibiotics. Rampant misuse and overuse, including over-the-counter sales and incomplete courses, are fueling this alarming trend. Urgent strengthening of regulations, infection control, and widespread awareness are crucial to avert a post-antibiotic era.
Congress has withdrawn from the Nagrota assembly bypoll in J&K, supporting ally National Conference to unite against the BJP. This strategic move, despite NC offering the seat, aims to counter the BJP’s influence. The byelection follows the death of the sitting BJP MLA, with his daughter now nominated by the party.
Bigg Boss 19’s Diwali episode ignited with Altaf Raja’s performance, followed by contestant camaraderie and brewing romance. Nehal Chudasama and Baseer Ali’s closeness sparked conversations, with Baseer confessing his preference for a ‘toxic, extra, crazy’ partner. Abhishek Bajaj and Farrhana Bhatt also weighed in on their dynamic, adding to the house’s festive drama.
Eight individuals were arrested and 400 more booked after a car was torched outside a police outpost in Goa. The incident followed a complaint about loud Narkasur music. The car owner’s vehicle was set ablaze by a mob, with police reportedly witnessing the event. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has ordered strict action against the accused.
Earth has a new cosmic companion, a 19-meter asteroid named 2025 PN7, discovered in August 2025. This ‘quasi-moon’ will orbit near Earth for about 50 years, until 2083. Scientists are excited as it offers a unique opportunity to study solar system dynamics and potentially ancient materials, posing no threat to our planet.
