South Korean researchers at KAIST developed a new cancer therapy. It reprograms cancer cells into normal cells without chemotherapy or radiation. The AI-powered tool, BENEIN, maps and silences specific genes. Lab tests showed promising results in colon cancer cells and mice. This innovative approach offers hope for safer, personalized cancer treatments. Further research is needed before human trials can begin.
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A US federal appeals court has temporarily upheld President Trump's global tariffs while it reviews the case on an expedited schedule. This decision provides temporary relief to the Trump administration, which is contesting a lower court's ruling that had blocked the broad tariff measures.
A special investigation team has found lapses in the security arrangements for gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The report reveals unauthorized access and protocol breaches during his custody. Several police officials faced suspension and termination. The SIT note highlights failures at multiple levels. It also points to systemic issues within the Anti-Gangster Task Force. The report recommends action against those responsible.
India's first bullet train project, connecting Mumbai and Ahmedabad, is progressing with 300 km of viaducts completed as of June 2025. Despite delays, the first phase is expected to begin by 2028, cutting travel time significantly. Domestically designed high-speed trains are also in development, promising modern amenities and environmental benefits.
In a landmark decision, a US federal court has blocked the State Department from enforcing a policy that restricted passport gender markers to birth-assigned sex. Judge Julia E. Kobick's ruling extends to individuals not identifying with their birth gender, allowing them to obtain passports reflecting their gender identity.
Following the Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash, fares have significantly decreased on both domestic and international routes, with some routes experiencing drops of up to 24%. Air India CEO Campbell Wilson stated that the crashed aircraft had undergone recent checks and monitoring, showing no prior issues.
Karnataka's Congress government faces a dilemma over a new caste survey, sparking discontent among OBCs who fear losing advantages from the un-implemented Kantharaj Commission report, which favored them. Lingayats and Vokkaligas, who opposed the previous report, are planning their own surveys. The government aims to complete the new survey in 90 days, following Congress leadership's directive.
Amid concerns over outdated caste data and the aftermath of a tragic stampede, Congress has decided to conduct a fresh caste survey in Karnataka. The decision aims to address reservations within dominant communities regarding the reliability of the 2015 Kantharaj Commission report.
In Rabindranagar-Akra near Maheshtala, clashes erupted over a disputed construction site, injuring five policemen, including DC (Port) Harikrishna Pai. Protesters damaged vehicles and set a bike ablaze, prompting police to use lathicharge and tear gas. Authorities have arrested four individuals and are conducting route marches to maintain order.
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in red on Wednesday. While Nifty50 was below 24,850, BSE Sensex was down over 100 points.