Author: Sharad Natani
Yamuna City is poised to become a major hub for Artificial Intelligence (AI), Fintech, IT companies, and data centres, as the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) moves ahead with an ambitious plan to develop a 500-acre high-tech zone in Sector-11. As part of this initiative, YEIDA will soon issue an Expression of Interest (EOI) to appoint a specialised agency that will design, develop, and operate this futuristic technology and financial services hub. The project aligns with the Uttar Pradesh government’s broader vision to position Gautam Buddh Nagar as a global centre for AI and advanced technologies. A Global-Scale Tech…
In a major step toward protecting India’s rapidly growing gig workforce, the Central government has released a draft of the new Social Security Code Rules, 2025, proposing mandatory social security coverage for gig and platform workers associated with companies like Zomato, Swiggy, Blinkit, Zepto, Ola, Uber, and other aggregators. Under the proposed rules, gig and platform workers will become eligible for social security benefits if they work for at least 90 days in a financial year with a single aggregator. If a worker is engaged with multiple aggregators, the eligibility threshold will extend to 120 days, calculated cumulatively across platforms.…
Delhi University (DU) is set to witness a major transformation in 2026, with multiple new academic buildings, hostels, and campuses becoming operational, Vice-Chancellor Professor Yogesh Singh announced on the first working day of the New Year. Addressing a dialogue programme at the university, Prof. Singh said DU has had a strong 2025 and is heading into an even more promising 2026, backed by infrastructure projects worth over Rs 2,000 crore, most of which are expected to be completed this year. New Colleges, Hostels and Campuses Coming Up The Vice-Chancellor confirmed that Veer Savarkar College will be handed over to DU…
Using the same cooking oil every day may not be the healthiest choice, warn nutrition experts. According to senior dietitian Dr. Vasundhara from the Dietetics Department, no single oil is perfect for daily cooking, and regularly rotating cooking oils can significantly improve overall health. Dr. Vasundhara explains that when families go grocery shopping every month, it is a good habit to switch the type of cooking oil instead of sticking to just one. Different oils contain different fatty acid profiles, and rotating them ensures the body receives a balanced mix of essential nutrients. Use Different Oils for Different Foods Nutritionists…
Misuse and overuse of antibiotics are turning once-treatable infections into life-threatening illnesses, global and Indian health agencies have warned. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), antibiotic resistance is rapidly emerging as one of India’s biggest public health challenges. The latest WHO Global Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Report 2025 and ICMR’s national data reveal that bacteria in India are increasingly becoming resistant to commonly used medicines. This alarming trend is already having deadly consequences—especially among vulnerable populations such as newborns. 60,000 Newborn Deaths Linked to Drug-Resistant Infections Health experts estimate that nearly 60,000…
Delhi recorded its cleanest air since 2020 during 2025, marking a significant milestone in the city’s fight against pollution. The Delhi government has attributed this improvement to strict enforcement measures, including fines on over 1.2 million polluting vehicles and rigorous implementation of BS-VI emission norms. According to Delhi’s Environment Minister, the improvement is the result of sustained, multi-pronged action taken soon after the government assumed office. With the exception of the COVID-19 year 2020, pollution levels in 2025 were the lowest since 2018, reflecting the impact of aggressive policy execution on the ground. Strict Action Against Vehicular Pollution To curb…