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A groundbreaking AI-designed vaccine for Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever has entered human trials, marking a world-first for medical research. Developed by Oxford University and Basecamp Research, this initiative showcases AI's potential to drastically accelerate vaccine development for emerging infectious diseases. The trial aims to assess safety and immune response, potentially ushering in a new era of AI-assisted medicine.

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing vaccine development, moving beyond data analysis to designing vaccines from scratch. Scientists are now using AI to identify broad targets against entire virus families, potentially speeding up responses to future pandemics and even tackling cancers.

It protects against Streptococcus pneumoniae, one of the leading causes of serious lung infections. Doctors say the bacterium is responsible for a significant proportion of severe pneumonia cases that result in hospitalisation among older adults

Goregaon's traffic woes are set to ease as the Mrinal Tai Gore Flyover extension opens Saturday, June 6. This 750-meter, four-lane direct link between Ram Mandir and Goregaon, costing ₹248 crore, faced delays due to COVID-19 and technical issues. Despite criticism over the extended timeline, local residents welcome its imminent inauguration.

A traveler has died in Western Australia from the rare Murray Valley Encephalitis (MVE) virus, contracted in the state's north. The infection is believed to have occurred in the West Kimberley region in early May. While MVE is endemic and often mild, severe cases can lead to fatal brain swelling.

The drive, launched on Feb 28 as a three-month campaign to protect girls against cervical cancer, has progressed slowly despite repeated reviews and intensified outreach

Minister flags overcharging by private hospitals, promises steps to cut out-of-pocket expenses; PHC doctors highlight acute staff shortages

Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers are not close on a new deal, and Pat Kirwan’s Jordan Love contract comp makes Tampa Bay’s decision harder before training camp.

Louis Pasteur's 1879 chicken cholera experiments, though often simplified, revealed a crucial principle: weakened pathogens can train the immune system. This scientific breakthrough, not a mere accident, revolutionized vaccine development, shifting it from natural observation to deliberate laboratory science. His work laid the foundation for modern vaccines, proving pathogens could be attenuated to induce immunity.

With SAIL Recording 131 Deaths In A Decade And RINL Suffering Another Fatal Blast, Experts Urge Shift From Post-Accident Inquiries To Technological Upgrades

Ghaziabad health officials have initiated a special survey in 12 areas following the detection of vaccine-derived poliovirus type-1 in a sewage sample. While authorities assure the public that the virus is non-virulent and poses no serious threat, over 100 health teams are conducting door-to-door screenings of young children as a precautionary measure.

India’s economy nearly doubled in rupee terms between 2018-19 and 2025-26. But a weakening rupee shaved more than $1 trillion off its size in dollar terms, delaying the $5-trillion milestone

Mumbai's battle with its Mulund garbage mountain continues, years after it stopped receiving waste. Despite a Rs 700 crore biomining project, delays due to Covid-19 and underestimated waste quantities have pushed the completion deadline to January 2027. Officials are considering extending the contract to clear remaining waste, while local representatives demand accountability for miscalculations and delays.

The Indian Navy is set to receive 20 advanced GPS jammers from Bengaluru-based Accord Software and Systems for ₹449 crore. This significant procurement, featuring 75% indigenous content, aims to enhance maritime security by disrupting enemy satellite signals and ensuring safe naval operations in challenging environments. The deal underscores India's commitment to self-reliance in defence technology.

Four agencies shortlisted for city’s two clusters; HPPC meeting on Tuesday to decide 5-yr contract