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They used heart-lung machine instead of an expensive perfusion machine to keep the donated liver functioning till transplantation

Gallery Silver Scapes launched "Silent Stories," Sri Lankan artist Shanaka Kulathunga's first solo exhibition in India, at CCA Gallery, Bikaner House, New Delhi. The showcase features 41 oil paintings and 8 digital prints exploring identity and human connection, fostering a significant cultural dialogue between India and Sri Lanka.

BMC has launched a crackdown on contractors working on the Sewri-Worli Elevated Road project, demolishing illegal structures and imposing penalties exceeding Rs 1.5 crore. This action follows concerns that construction activity and debris dumping could worsen flooding in the Parel railway station area as monsoon approaches.

Indian parents are increasingly opting for bottle-feeding, but the containers themselves pose a growing concern. Recent scientific findings and a Supreme Court endorsement highlight the risks of microplastics and chemicals leaching from plastic bottles into infant formula. Experts now advocate for glass bottles as a safer alternative, emphasizing their inert nature and lack of health risks compared to plastic.

Kirori Mal College celebrated its annual cultural fest, Renaissance, on April 16-17. The two-day event featured a fashion show, performances and a headliner setting the stage ablaze

Two Indian-flagged tankers, Bhagya Lakshmi and Sanmar Herald, were denied passage and reportedly fired upon by Iranian gunboats in the Strait of Hormuz. Crew members of Bhagya Lakshmi were told to turn back, while Sanmar Herald reported being fired upon despite prior clearance. India has raised concerns with Iran over the safety of merchant shipping.

Insurance may cover some post-hospitalisation expenses, but long-term rehab and caregiving often require a separate healthcare corpus