Indian-origin scientist Dr Arathyram Ramachandra wins $3 million UK fellowship for battery-free medical implants

Kerala-born biomedical engineer Dr. Arathyram Ramachandra Kurup Sasikala is developing battery-free medical implants powered by body movement, a project awarded a $3 million UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship. This innovative Piezoelectroceutics research could revolutionize devices like pacemakers, offering faster recovery, reduced waste, and sustainable healthcare solutions.

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Triple bonanza this Diwali: How income tax cuts, GST reductions & repo rate cut have put around Rs 1.5 lakh in your pocket – explained

Diwali brings increased disposable income due to government’s income tax and GST rate cuts, alongside the RBI’s repo rate reduction. These measures collectively put over Rs 1.5 lakh more in the hands of individuals at certain income levels, boosting purchasing power and making this festive season more prosperous.

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UAE public prosecution sends 9 members of organised crime gang to court for kidnapping and social-media blackmail

Nine Arab nationals face severe penalties, including potential life imprisonment or the death sentence, in the UAE for an organized crime ring. The group allegedly kidnapped, assaulted, and filmed a victim over a financial dispute, then used the footage for blackmail. Authorities are prosecuting the case as a threat to national security and social peace.

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Elon Musk claims SpaceX to carry 90% of global payload mass to space in 2025; Google CEO Sundar Pichai responds

SpaceX is poised to dominate global space launches, with Elon Musk projecting the company will carry nearly 90% of the world’s payload mass to orbit in 2025. This projection follows a quarter where SpaceX already achieved this feat, largely due to its cost-effective reusable Falcon 9 rockets. Google CEO Sundar Pichai expressed admiration for the…

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Sharad Kelkar on his Diwali addiction to mom’s Dahi Vada; ‘After every half an hour, I’ll pick up a plate’ – Exclusive

Actor Sharad Kelkar shared his fond memories of Diwali, highlighting his indulgence in his mother’s homemade samosas and dahi vadas. Despite his age, his mother continues to enthusiastically prepare these traditional sweets and snacks for him and his friends during the festive season. Kelkar embraces the celebratory feasting, planning to resume his fitness routine post-Diwali.

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