India's drug regulatory body, CDSCO, advises flushing 17 specific drugs, including painkillers and anti-anxiety medications, down the sink if unused or expired due to potential harm. For other medications, they recommend scientific disposal through 'drug take back' initiatives to prevent environmental pollution. Studies reveal that improper disposal leads to drug presence in water sources, contributing to multi-drug resistant pathogens.
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India's drug regulatory body, CDSCO, advises flushing 17 specific drugs, including painkillers and anti-anxiety medications, down the sink if unused or expired due to potential harm. For other medications, they recommend scientific disposal through 'drug take back' initiatives to prevent environmental pollution. Studies reveal that improper disposal leads to drug presence in water sources, contributing to multi-drug resistant pathogens.
A devastating fire erupted at Sigachi Chemical Industry in Telangana's Pashamylaram, triggered by a reactor explosion, claiming the lives of at least 10 individuals. The incident occurred at Sigachi Pharma Company, Pasamailaram Phase 1, Medak, prompting the deployment of eleven fire tenders to the scene.
Kavya Maran, CEO of Sunrisers Hyderabad, has addressed her viral reactions during IPL matches, attributing them to her deep personal investment in the team's performance. Under her leadership, SRH has experienced fluctuating success, including a bottom finish in 2023 and a second-place finish in 2024. Maran also oversees the successful Sunrisers Eastern Cape in SA20.
Rashtriya Janata Dal urged Bihar residents to resist showing documents beyond voter IDs during the Election Commission's intensive electoral roll revision, alleging a conspiracy to disenfranchise poor voters. The Election Commission defended the revision as a routine update before elections, addressing past complaints about voter list authenticity.
A tragic accident occurred in Uttar Pradesh's Sambhal district. A speeding car carrying wedding attendees crashed into a wall. Nine people died, including the groom. Preliminary investigations suggest the driver's negligence caused the accident. Authorities are investigating the incident. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed their condolences. Financial assistance was announced for the victims' families.
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Jasprit Bumrah's absence in the Edgbaston Test raised eyebrows, prompting Sunil Gavaskar to compare modern workload management with the past. Gavaskar highlighted Kapil Dev's relentless training regimen, emphasizing natural conditioning over gym-centric fitness. The debate centers on whether today's cricketers are being overprotected, contrasting with the rugged endurance of previous generations.
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D Gukesh's stellar performance at the Super United Rapid and Blitz tournament in Zagreb, marked by six wins, propelled him into the limelight. Despite Gukesh's impressive showing, FIDE CEO Emil Sutovsky cautioned against prematurely crowning him the world's best rapid player. Sutovsky acknowledged Gukesh's exceptional performance places him among the elite, emphasizing consistent results define true greatness.
Nvidia's market capitalization soared to $4 trillion on Wednesday, driven by robust demand for AI-related stocks. This milestone positions Nvidia as the world's most valuable publicly listed company. The chipmaker's shares climbed, fueled by its leadership in AI semiconductor design and optimism surrounding AI adoption. The Dow Jones, NASDAQ, and S&P 500 also saw gains, reflecting positive market sentiment.