Researchers are exploring cancer drugs as a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, a neurodegenerative disorder with limited treatment options. Studies have identified two cancer drugs, letrozole and irinotecan, that show promise in reversing Alzheimer’s symptoms in mice by influencing gene expression and reducing brain inflammation. Clinical trials are planned to test the drugs’ effectiveness in…
President Trump announced potential tariffs on imported pharmaceuticals by month’s end, followed by semiconductor levies. These actions, under Section 232, aim to bolster US production, citing national security concerns due to high import volumes. The pharmaceutical tariffs could significantly impact major drugmakers, while semiconductor tariffs may affect tech giants and consumer prices.
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Among the selected films is filmmaker Nila Madhab Panda’s Spying Stars – an Indo-French-Sri Lankan coproduction directed by Sri Lanka’s Caméra d’Or-winning filmmaker Vimukthi Jayasundara.
Actor Vishnu Vishal expressed disappointment over the lack of support from Kollywood actors and producers, even after delivering successful films like ‘Ratsasan’ and ‘Gatta Kusthi’. Facing numerous project drops, he launched his own production house to ensure his films reach audiences. Vishal also highlighted the absence of personal congratulations from industry peers for his movie…
Naphthalene balls, commonly used in Indian homes to protect clothes from pests, pose health risks if misused. Exposure can cause irritation, and accidental ingestion is dangerous, especially for children and pets. Safe practices include using sealed containers, avoiding direct contact with fabrics, and considering natural alternatives like neem leaves for safer clothes protection.
A comprehensive GST 2.0 revamp is on the horizon, aiming to overhaul India’s indirect tax system by resolving classification conflicts and duty inversions. The proposed changes, including rate rationalization and enhanced coordination between tax authorities, seek to provide businesses with greater certainty.
National Award-winning filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar has lauded Rishab Shetty’s ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’, calling it an ‘extraordinary’ and ‘divine’ cinematic experience. Bhandarkar praised Shetty’s performance and the film’s world-class technical aspects, including its background score and cinematography. The prequel to the 2022 hit continues to break box office records. Read on.
