Author: Sharad Natani
In a landmark medical achievement, doctors at Krishna Maternity and Child Care Hospital, Palayamkottai, successfully performed an advanced laparoscopic pediatric surgery to treat a choledochal cyst in a 6-year-old girl — a rare and potentially life-threatening congenital condition. This minimally invasive procedure marks a significant shift from traditional open surgeries, offering faster recovery, less post-operative pain, and reduced scarring for young patients. A Rare, Silent Threat in Children A choledochal cyst is an uncommon congenital abnormality where the bile duct develops a cystic dilation, blocking the normal flow of bile from the liver to the small intestine. This condition, more…
In a major boost to women’s and transgender residents’ mobility, the Delhi Government is set to launch its much-awaited ‘Saheli Smart Card’, a lifetime travel pass offering free bus rides on all DTC and Cluster buses starting mid-October. Replacing the old Pink Ticket system, this personalized smart card will be issued under the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) framework, making bus travel in Delhi more seamless, secure, and future-ready. What Makes the ‘Saheli Smart Card’ Special ◆Free lifetime bus travel for women and transgender individuals aged 12 and above. ◆Photo-based identity ensures secure and personalized usage. ◆Rechargeable card for paid…
In a major boost to public transport connectivity, the Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC) will inaugurate its much-anticipated air-conditioned skywalk connecting Delhi Metro’s Blue Line (Sector 52) with Noida Metro’s Aqua Line (Sector 51) on October 2, 2025 — coinciding with Gandhi Jayanti. This 420-metre-long, 5-metre-wide elevated corridor — fitted with moving walkways (travellators), elevators, and seamless ticketing integration — promises to transform the way thousands of commuters travel between Delhi and Noida every day. From Tin Shed to High-Tech Skywalk Originally planned as a 300-metre tin-shed walkway in 2023, the project has evolved into a state-of-the-art structure with a…
Marking a new chapter in India’s political landscape, Chandrapuram Ponnusamy (C.P.) Radhakrishnan was sworn in as the 15th Vice-President of India and Chairman of the Rajya Sabha on Friday at a ceremony held at the iconic Rashtrapati Bhavan. The oath of office was administered by President Droupadi Murmu in the presence of a distinguished gathering of leaders from across the political spectrum. The swearing-in also marked the first public appearance of former Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar since his resignation in July due to health reasons. Dignitaries at the Ceremony The event was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former Vice-President Hamid…
The Asiatic lion’s incredible comeback is one of India’s greatest wildlife success stories, and at its heart stands Dr. H. S. Singh. A former Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) in Gujarat, Dr. Singh spent decades reviving the pride of Gir and reshaping the region into a global model for conservation. Honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Eco Warrior Awards 2025, his work continues to inspire conservationists worldwide. The Vision Behind Project Lion In the 1970s, Gir’s lion population had plummeted to around 180. Prey numbers were low, habitats were shrinking, and human conflict was intensifying. Dr. Singh…
India has created history at sea. In a landmark moment for the nation and its armed forces, ten Indian women officers from the Army, Navy, and Air Force embarked on a daring 9-month-long global circumnavigation voyage — ‘Samudra Pradakshina’ — aboard the indigenously built Indian Armed Services Vessel (IASV) Triveni. Flagged off virtually by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh from the Gateway of India, this is the world’s first tri-service all-women circumnavigation voyage, covering 26,000 nautical miles, crossing the Equator twice, and passing through the most challenging oceanic terrains on Earth. A Mission of Nari Shakti, Aatmanirbhar Bharat & Maritime Might…