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GLP-1 drugs gain traction despite cost and safety concerns, Mumbai-based gut health startup The Good Bug has introduced ‘Metabolically Lean’, a GLP-1-based formulation designed to help manage weight naturally. The startup claims that, unlike injectable drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, which can have side effects, its solution is a non-invasive formula that naturally boosts the GLP-1 hormone level to suppress appetite and support metabolism. What is GLP-1?

what to watch on OTT. The presence of several OTT platforms has left viewers spoilt for choice. But with several new programs coming each week, there are chances you might miss the show or movie that can be your next favourite. Wondering which series or movie could be the perfect watch for you this week? Well, we have you covered. From Nayanthara and R Madhavan’s Test to Kieran Culkin’s Oscar winning performance in A Real Pain, here’s the best OTT has to offer this week.

BCCI and the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) are considering retiring the Pataudi Trophy, an esteemed prize awarded to the winner of the Test cricket series between India and England. The decision, yet to be finalized, has reportedly left veteran actor Sharmila Tagore deeply disappointed. The Pataudi Trophy was first introduced in 2007 to commemorate 75 years since the first Test match between India and England in 1932. Named in honor of legendary cricketer Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi and his father, Iftikhar Ali Khan Pataudi, the trophy symbolizes the legacy of one of India's greatest cricketing families. Designed by renowned silver and goldsmith Jocelyn Burton, the trophy is a tribute to their immense contributions to the sport. Sharmila Tagore, wife of the late Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, expressed her sentiments after learning about the decision through her son, actor Saif Ali Khan. According to her, the ECB sent an official letter to Saif, informing him of the move. While she has not personally heard from the cricket boards, she believes it is up to the BCCI whether they choose to remember Tiger Pataudi’s legacy or not. In an interview to the Hindustan Times, she said, «If the BCCI wants to or does not want to remember Tiger’s (Mansoor Ali Khan) legacy, it is for them to decide.» Reports suggest she is ‘hurt’ by the development, as the trophy has been an enduring testament to her late husband’s impact on cricket.

IPL 2025 Mumbai Indians' camp may be longer than expected. The star pacer is yet to bowl at full intensity at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) as his workload is being increased gradually to prevent a potential stress fracture of the back, sources have told The Times of India (TOI). Bumrah, who suffered a lower back injury during the Sydney Test against Australia in January, was initially expected to join Mumbai Indians (MI) by April 1. However, given his fitness concerns and India's upcoming five-Test series in England immediately after the IPL, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is treading cautiously with his return.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. When big changes happen slowly, we don’t notice them. Climate change is a glaring example.

Supreme Court election failed to secure a win for his chosen candidate, Brad Schimel. The contest, which determined the balance of the state's judiciary, ended in victory for Susan Crawford, a liberal-backed candidate who now holds a pivotal seat on the court. The election was not only crucial for Wisconsin but also attracted national attention, symbolising the shifting tides of political influence at the state level.

ATC Energies System's offering received a muted subscription from investors. However, the company's shares will debut on the NSE SME platform today. The GMP ahead of the listing is around 3%. Net proceeds to the tune of Rs 64 crore will be used for repayment of debt, funding capex requirements, working capital and general corporate purposes.

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Indian Economic Service (IES) Examination in 2024 was an achievement beyond Aahana Srishti’s wildest dreams. Taking to LinkedIn, Aahana Srishti emphasised the importance of having a Plan B for civil service aspirants.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Following the premature redemption of several gold bond schemes, the government has abruptly ended yet another gold scheme launched less than a decade ago. The decision comes as the gold prices look poised to climb to ₹1 lakh per 10 grammes.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Star Health Insurance, India's largest stand-alone health insurance company, has been under the regulator's radar for alleged violations in claim settlement. According to the insurance statistics handbook of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai), Star Health and Allied Insurance Co.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Cera Sanitaryware Ltd is optimistic about sustaining its growth outperformance despite near-term headwinds in retail demand. The company is banking on project sales and luxury branding as key levers to drive expansion.

Desco Infratech will debut on the BSE SME platform on Tuesday. Ahead of the listing, the GMP was at around Rs xx, indicating a premium of % over the issue price. However, this could change depending on the sentiments in the secondary market. The company will use the IPO proceeds, Rs 31 crore to be precise, for funding of capital expenditure requirements towards setting up of a corporate office in Surat, purchase of machinery, working capital requirements and general corporate purposes.

biohacking has long been a mix of innovation and controversy, but a recent confrontation between Indian Hepatologist Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips, better known as «The Liver Doc,» and tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson has sent shockwaves through the wellness community. The Kerala-based doctor has publicly accused Johnson of fraud, claiming that his Blueprint longevity supplements are nothing more than overpriced “snake oil” with no real clinical backing. The feud erupted on social media when Dr. Philips compared Johnson to infamous fraudsters Elizabeth Holmes and Belle Gibson, both of whom were exposed for misleading health claims. “It’s terrifying that people don’t recognize Bryan Johnson as an advanced, well-marketed version of these fraudsters,” he wrote on X, formerly Twitter. His post ignited a fierce debate about the credibility of Johnson’s multi-million-dollar anti-ageing venture.

Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that Japan plans to recruit 50,000 youths from Assam within the next five years. During his on-going three-day visit to the districts of Biswanath and Sonitpur, Sarma has inaugurated several projects and laid foundation stones for forthcoming developments in Biswanath. Among these initiatives, he inaugurated a newly constructed Automated Vehicle Fitness Testing Station, built at a cost of Rs 11.50 crore, the first of its kind in Southeast Asia.

AI agent on the go. The developments come after Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) startupDeepSeek released a major upgrade to its V3 large language model (LLM), intensifying competition with US tech leaders like OpenAI and Anthropic.

Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, two NASA stuck astronauts onboard the International Space Station (ISS) since June 2024 finally arrived back on Earth earlier this month. The astronauts were stranded in space for more than nine months after the failure of Boeing’s pioneering Starliner capsule scuppered their originally scheduled week-long mission. Now, after coming back to Earth, the astronauts have revealed their first reactions after learning their week-long test flight was about to turn into a nine-month space odyssey.

LONDON — After 20 years in the role as Klarna's CEO, Sebastian Siemiatkowski is about to face his toughest test yet as the financial technology firm prepares for its blockbuster debut in New York.