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conjunctivitis and eye flu cases in the national capital, doctors have warned against the irrational use of steroid eye drops, saying it may bring temporary relief but can do more harm in the long run. Early detection and use of appropriate therapies are key to expeditious resolution of the disease and can help minimise potential harmful effects or transmission of untreated conjunctivitis, Dr J S Bhalla, a senior consultant eye surgeon at the DDU hospital said. Conjunctivitis in the present epidemic is a self-limiting disease and does not require antibiotic treatment in all cases, he said, adding that hand and facial hygiene are very important to prevent its spread. There is no approved treatment but topical corticosteroids may be helpful in a subgroup of patients with adenoviral conjunctivitis and may prevent scarring in severe cases. «It should be noted, however, that treatment guidelines suggest caution in the use of corticosteroids because they can potentially prolong infection,» Bhalla said. Dr J S Titiyal, chief of the RP Centre at AIIMS, said the condition is usually caused by viruses, which are highly contagious and spread quickly. He said the RP Centre found adenovirus to be the causative agent in all cases tested. Among these, nearly 20-30 per cent of cases have a positive bacterial culture as well, pointing towards superadded bacterial infection, Titiyal added.

₹250 crore will have to compulsorily follow GMP within six months, while those with a turnover of less than ₹250 crore will have to do so in a 12-month period. The government amending schedule M of the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945 to upgrade and tighten the GMP norms for pharma firms. This compulsory compliance comes after the government inspection found serious lapses in the maintenance by these drug firms.

Apple tipster Ming-Chi Kuo in a post, the iPhone 15 standard models set for release in the second half of 2023 will feature a stacked-designed CIS (Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor) image sensor. Interestingly, Kuo also mentioned that the iPhone 16 Pro models, scheduled for the second half of 2024, will adopt the same technology. Consequently, this move could put a strain on Sony's high-end CIS capacity, resulting in an advantage for Will Semi as they continue to secure more orders for high-end CIS from Chinese smartphone brands, reported HT Tech.

XRP's price has declined by nearly 5% in the last 24 hours, reaching $0.62380. This downturn continues a four-day bearish streak, and the cryptocurrency has reached its lowest point since July 13. 

sustainable investments and contribute to the country's ambitious decarbonization goals. By delving into VCC derivatives and electricity derivatives, the NSE aims to leverage its expertise in the financial markets to drive sustainable investments and pave the way for a greener future.

BEST — Mumbai's civic transport utility — over salary hike and other demands entered the fourth day on Saturday with more than 1,000 buses staying off roads, leaving commuters hassled. Of the total 1,671 private buses of the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST), 1,077 buses remained stationed at 18 depots, its spokesperson Sunil Vaidya said. The BEST operates buses from 27 depots across the city.

Amazon is providing an extra 10 per cent instant discount for transactions made with SBI Credit Card or through EMI. It will feature substantial discounts on various products including smartphones, laptops, TVs,smartwatches, audio devices and other electronics. We have curated a list of best deals on smartwatches for you.

Bitcoin's price is trading choppy above the $29,000 threshold, and has captured the attention of traders and investors. The current live price of Bitcoin stands at $29,040, with a 24-hour trading volume of $11.3 billion. 

The post office time deposit is similar to bank fixed deposits. You invest money at a fixed interest rate for a definite period and earn a pre-determined return.

TVS Supply Chain Solutions will open on Thursday, July 10. In the SME space, Srivari Spices and Foods will launch its public issue on Monday, August 7. Investors will also have the opportunity to subscribe to the ongoing issues viz.

Hair processing is a Rs 3,000-crore business in India which is not surprising at all. It’s not surprising then that hair processing is a Rs 3,000-crore business in India. Cities like New Delhi, Chennai, Elur in Andhra Pradesh, Bhagabanpur and Murshidabad in West Bengal, and Dig in Rajasthan are its major centres.Hair hub in Karnataka Apart from these cities, Bhagyanagar in Karnataka’s Koppal district is another place with a 70-year history of hair processing.

EPFO) has declared the interest rate as 8.15% for Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) accounts for the financial year 2022-23. In spite of the fact that interest is calculated on a monthly basis in an EPF account, deposits are made at the end of the fiscal year. The transferred interest is compounded and applied to the balance for the next month to determine interest on that month's balance.EPF contribution Salaried workers are required to make a contribution to the Employees Provident Fund.

Sonata Software have offered massive returns to investors in the last 10 years. The shares have risen 4300% over the decade. Accordingly, if an investor had invested Rs 10,000 in the stock 10 years ago and stayed put, the investment would have swelled to Rs 4 lakh, according to an analysis by ET Markets.

mental health assistance and wellness programs for the workforce. Mental health and well-being in the workplace are of utmost importance as they impact individual and organisational success. When an organisation acknowledges and addresses an employee’s mental health needs, it improves their overall well-being, reduces stress, increases job satisfaction, and enhances their work-life balance.

Narendra Modi on Saturday hailed the Indian women's compound team for winning the country's first-ever gold medal in the World Archery Championships, saying their hard work and dedication led to the outstanding outcome. The Indian women's compound team of Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Aditi Swami and Parneet Kaur on Friday created history by winning the gold medal in the World Archery Championships in Berlin, beating Mexico in the final.

Power Finance Corporation, HDFC Asset Management Company, IDFC First Bank, Ashok Leyland, Cummins India, and Astral are likely to be included in the MSCI Global Standard Index in its forthcoming rejig to be announced on August 11, according to Nuvama Alternative & Quantitative Research. IDFC First Bank is expected to see inflows of $200 million from global passive funds if included in the MSCI index.

Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) including Noida has been witnessing heavy rainfall due to which waterlogging was witnessed on roads near Badarpur metro station in Delhi. In Maharashtra, moderate rain has been predicted in most places in North Konkan, while South Konkan-Goa will likely experience light to moderate rain today. Additionally, many places in North Madhya Maharashtra, a few places in South Madhya Maharashtra, and isolated areas in Marathwada are expected to receive light to moderate rain.

climate change, the intermittent cycles of heat and drought on one hand and heavy rains and floods on the other. These extreme weather patterns result in either water scarcity or water surplus and in both cases lead to a decline in cultivable land and crop production. The situation calls for urgent risk-mitigation strategies such as climate-resilient sustainable farming systems, especially in vulnerable regions.

Battlegrounds Mobile India) quickly rose to prominence in India after the ban on PUBG Mobile. Despite facing its own ban, the Indian government decided to allow BGMI back into the country with certain modifications around 10 months ago. Similar to other popular battle royale titles like Garena Free Fire, BGMI developers regularly release redeem codes that grant players access to a wide range of enticing rewards and freebies.

Jharkhand MLAs are set to increase significantly as the special committee on pay hikes constituted by the Assembly has submitted its report to Speaker Rabindra Nath Mahato, and it is likely to be implemented soon. Once implemented, the legislators will become the highest-earning MLAs in the country with a monthly salary and allowances of Rs 2.88 lakh. Presently, the MLAs of Telangana get a maximum amount of Rs 2.50 lakh per month.

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval for the first-ever pill specifically designed to treat severe depression occurring after childbirth. Known as Zurzuvae, the oral medication offers new hope for thousands of new mothers in the United States who experience postpartum depression each year. Postpartum depression affects an estimated 400,000 individuals annually, and while many recover naturally within a few weeks, some may suffer for months or even years.