North Delhi Strikers Triumph Over East Delhi Riders in Thrilling Womens DPL Match
New Delhi, August 25: In an exhilarating match of the Womens Delhi Premier League 2026, the North Delhi Strikers secured a thrilling victory against the East Delhi Riders by three wickets on Tuesday. Chasing a target of 141 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, the North Delhi Strikers achieved their goal, scoring 141 runs for ... Read more North Delhi Strikers Triumph Over East Delhi Riders in Thrilling Womens DPL Match
WAE Joins United Nations Global Compact Network India, Advancing Technology-Led Water Sustainability
Alignment reinforces WAEs commitment to responsible business, circular water systems, climate action and the UN Sustainable Development Goals
The air we breathe may be harming more than just our lungs, global study finds
Highlights: PM2.5 was linked to 8.82 million cancer cases from 2000 to 2020. The study examined 109 million cancer cases across 952 locations. PM2.5 was associated with higher risks of several cancers beyond lung cancer. Women showed higher attributable risks for most cancers. Researchers say the findings underline the need for stronger air quality policies. Air pollution is often discussed in terms of coughing, breathing difficulties and lung disease. A new global study suggests its impact may reach much further, with long-term exposure to fine particulate matter linked to millions of cancer cases worldwide. Researchers analysed cancer and air pollution data from 952 locations between 2000 and 2020, covering a total of 109 million cancer cases. The study, published in Nature Health , looked at three common pollutants: fine particulate matter known as PM2.5, ozone and nitrogen dioxide. PM2.5 emerged as the largest contributor. The researchers estimated that exposure to the tiny particles was associated with about 8.82 million cancer cases during the study period. Nitrogen dioxide was linked to approximately 6.67 million cases, while ozone was associated with about 2.59 million. Why PM2.5 is such a concern PM2.5 refers to particles measuring 2.5 micrometres or less in diameter. They are small enough to travel deep into the lungs and can enter the bloodstream. The latest study found that every 10 micrograms per cubic metre increase in long-term PM2.5 exposure was associated with a 16 per cent increase in the risk of all cancers. For nitrogen dioxide and ozone, the corresponding increases were 11.7 per cent and 4.23 per cent. The strongest concern remains cancer of the respiratory system. Researchers estimated that around 17.9 per cent of tracheal, bronchial and lung cancer cases could potentially be prevented if PM2.5 exposure were removed or addressed. The findings also reinforce the International Agency for Research on Cancer's classification of outdoor air pollution and particulate matter as carcinogenic to humans, particularly in relation to lung cancer. But the study suggests the story does not end with the lungs. The cancer risks may go beyond the lungs Researchers found associations between PM2.5 exposure and cancers affecting several other parts of the body, including the thyroid, oesophagus, colon and rectum, and breast. The study also reported particularly high increases in risk for kidney and bladder cancer. A 10 micrograms per cubic metre increase in PM2.5 was associated with a 17.9 per cent higher risk of kidney cancer and a 21.1 per cent higher risk of bladder cancer. The researchers said several biological mechanisms may explain the wider effects. Because the particles are so small, they may trigger processes such as oxidative stress, DNA damage and disruption of immune responses. The study also found that women had consistently higher attributable risks and burdens for most cancers examined. The authors wrote: This study evaluated the effects of long-term exposure to PM2.5, O3 (ozone) and NO2 (nitrous oxide) on cancer incidence and quantified their attributable burdens worldwide, encompassing 109 million cases from 952 locations between 2000 and 2020. They added: PM2.5 emerged as the dominant contributor to the global cancer burden, accounting for approximately 8.82 million attributable cases during the study period. A global problem with unequal exposure The findings are particularly significant because exposure to air pollution is not evenly distributed around the world. The researchers noted that 99 per cent of the global population breathes air containing pollutant levels above the World Health Organisation's air quality guidelines, with the highest exposures found in low- and middle-income countries. For countries and cities struggling with traffic emissions, industrial pollution, construction dust and other sources of fine particles, the findings add to the growing evidence that cleaner air is not simply an environmental goal. It is also a long-term public health issue. The researchers stressed that the study used globally representative cancer data covering low-, middle- and high-income countries. They said the results could help inform air quality policies aimed at reducing the cancer burden. The findings do not mean that air pollution is responsible for every cancer case, nor that exposure guarantees an individual will develop cancer. Rather, the study estimates the population-level cancer burden associated with long-term exposure. But its message is difficult to ignore: the air people breathe may play a much larger role in cancer prevention than previously appreciated.
South Korea and the U.S. Remain Committed to Denuclearization Goals on the Korean Peninsula
Seoul, August 25: South Korea and the United States reaffirm their commitment to achieving denuclearization on the Korean Peninsula. This statement was made by South Koreas Foreign Ministry on Tuesday. It follows a recent phone conversation between the top diplomats of both countries, where the term denuclearization was notably absent from the official details. The ... Read more South Korea and the U.S. Remain Committed to Denuclearization Goals on the Korean Peninsula
Kejriwal vows to ban E20 petrol in Goa within 5 days if AAP wins 2027 polls
Kejriwal vows to ban E petrol in Goa within days if AAP wins polls
ByteDance launches Doubao Work with Feishu integration and 30-day free access
ByteDance has formally launched Doubao Work, a new productivity-focused AI agent and product brand. The agent can break down user goals, call tools and continue working []
How to start taking control of your finances: A practical first step for women
Financial independence starts with understanding how money is earned, spent, saved and invested. For women looking to take greater control of their finances, building an emergency fund, setting clear goals and improving financial literacy can provide a practical starting point for making more confident financial decisions.
SC directs Tarun Tejpal to surrender in 2 weeks
Former editor of Tehelka, Tejpal, was convicted of raping a junior colleague inside a hotel elevator in 2013 during an event organised by the magazine in Goa.
India targets $55 trillion economy by2047 through AI, manufacturing, FDI and sunrise sectors
India aims for a $55 trillion economy by 2047. This ambitious goal relies on leveraging its young demographic in artificial intelligence. Strategic capital deployment and sustained growth will unlock value across core sectors. Attracting foreign investment and expanding manufacturing are vital for this economic expansion. Dominance in sunrise sectors like space and defense tech will drive this future growth.
Trump Urges Global Leaders to Cut Ties with Iran, Says Treasury Secretary Scott Basent
New Delhi, August 25: U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Basent revealed that President Donald Trump is directly contacting world leaders, urging them to sever their relations with Iran amid an ongoing economic war. Basent stated that the goal of the United States is to completely isolate Tehran by cutting off its economic lifelines. We aim to ... Read more Trump Urges Global Leaders to Cut Ties with Iran, Says Treasury Secretary Scott Basent
Tarun Tejpal Asked By Supreme Court To Surrender In Two Weeks
The Goa bench of the Bombay High Court on August 6 convicted Tarun Tejpal and sentenced him to 10 years in prison for raping a former colleague in 2013, overturning his 2021 acquittal in the case.
Supreme Court dismisses Tarun Tejpals plea, directs him to surrender within two weeks
The State of Goa, represented by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, had insisted that Tarun Tejpal should surrender before his appeal is listed for hearing in the Supreme Court
Tarun Tejpal Must Surrender in 2 Weeks, Supreme Court Says in 2013 Goa Sexual Assault Case
The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed former Tehelka editor-in-chief Tarun Tejpal to surrender within two weeks in connection with the 2013 Goa sexual assault case. The apex court also directed him to submit his surrender certificate on or before September 22,
Can you name every goalkeeper to play for Chelsea in the Premier League?
From the sublime to the ridiculous. The post Can you name every goalkeeper to play for Chelsea in the Premier League? appeared first on Planet Football .
Edin Dzeko Shines As Schalke Survive Scare In German Cup
Edin Dzeko scored twice and played a decisive role in two further goals as Schalke 04 survived a major scare to beat fourth-tier Hallescher FC 5-2 after extra time in the first round of the German Cup.
US coercion and bullying will complicate Iran talks: Pezeshkian tells Pak Army Chief Munir
Tehran , August 25 : Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday told Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir that the United States must change its approach toward Iran, warning that coercion and bullying would complicate diplomatic processes, according to the official website of the Iranian President. Pezeshkian, while meeting Munir, expressed hope that continued joint determination and cooperation would help achieve the goals set out in the 14-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Emphasising the need for the United States to adhere to its commitments to Iran based on international law and standards, Pezeshkian said, The United States must correct its tone and approach in its interactions with Iran, because relying on coercion and bullying will only complicate the implementation processes. The Iranian president continued by referring to the stability and resilience of the Iranian nation, saying, Our nation will overcome any pressure and threat by relying on this solidarity. Pezeshkian also stressed the need to establish lasting peace and security in the region and to enhance cooperation and interaction with Islamic countries. The Islamic Republic of Iran is ready for any cooperation and interaction in the economic, political, and security dimensions with Islamic countries and neighbours, because the Holy Prophet (PBUH) has always commanded peace and friendship, he said. The president emphasised the importance of unity among Islamic countries, saying, The unity and cohesion of Islamic countries is the most important deterrent against the conspiracies of the Zionist regime and the enemies of Islam, and if this convergence is realised, the enemies will not be able to advance their sinister goals. Recalling the unity, cohesion and coordination within Iran to advance regional peace and stability, Pezeshkian expressed hope that Pakistan's diplomatic efforts would help the region and the Islamic world will achieve increasing growth, dignity, and pride. Following the meeting, Munir thanked and appreciated Pezeshkian's efforts to establish stability and peace in the region. In order to advance common goals and achieve a comprehensive agreement, it is essential that diplomatic processes be discussed and examined with complete precision and meticulousness, Munir said, according to the official website of the Iranian President. The Pakistan Army Chief also expressed satisfaction with the growing trend of bilateral cooperation and emphasised his belief that the deep historical, religious and cultural commonalities between Pakistan and Iran are a valuable asset for overcoming the current complex circumstances and charting a bright future. Munir arrived in Tehran on Monday for talks with Iranian officials. His visit comes amid heightened regional tensions and continuing friction between Iran and the United States. (ANI)
Schalke Triumphs Over Hallescher 5-2 with Edin Dzekos Stellar Performance
Berlin, August 25: In a thrilling first-round match of the German Cup, Schalke 04 defeated Hallescher FC 5-2 after extra time, thanks to a remarkable performance by Edin Dzeko. Dzeko scored two goals and provided two assists during the match. Hallescher took the lead just before halftime with a goal from Vin Castul in the ... Read more Schalke Triumphs Over Hallescher 5-2 with Edin Dzekos Stellar Performance
U.S. Launches Economic Offensive Against Iran, Netanyahu Congratulates Trump
Washington, August 25: U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Basent has announced a significant economic campaign against Iran. He stated that the goal is to sever Tehrans economic lifelines and isolate the nation completely. He also warned that those who maintain ties with Tehran will face consequences. In a post on the social media platform X, Basent ... Read more U.S. Launches Economic Offensive Against Iran, Netanyahu Congratulates Trump
Sreejesh calls for accountability after India's 2026 Hockey World Cup exit
Legendary goalkeeper and two-time Olympic bronze medallist PR Sreejesh on Monday voiced his frustration over India's underwhelming showing at the FIH World Cup, saying there must be accountability and that the global event cannot be treated as a dress rehearsal. The Indian men's team lost 3-5 to Argentina in Amstelveen on Monday, extinguishing their wafer-thin hopes of reaching the semifinals. The women's team, meanwhile, succumbed to the pressure of a must-win game and were knocked out of semifinal contention after being held to a goalless draw by Australia on Saturday. A member of India's bronze medal-winning teams at the 2020 Tokyo and 2024 Paris Olympics, Sreejesh said someone needs to ask the difficult and uncomfortable questions over the lacklustre performances. ...Here's the uncomfortable question: Are we building a team to PLAY good hockey, or a team capable of WINNING against the best in the world? Sreejesh, India's most successful hockey goalkeeper, wrote on ...
Craig Fulton urges India to improve in big matches after World Cup exit
Indian men's hockey team head coach Craig Fulton admitted his team's slow start and inability to handle the pressure of a must-win game proved costly as they missed out on a place in the World Cup semifinals here on Monday. It was a difficult day today. We didn't want to end like that. We started poorly, but the second quarter was much better. The third quarter wasn't good, but then we scored three goals in the last quarter and could have scored the fourth one too from a corner, Fulton told PTI after the 3-5 loss to Argentina. Overall, it was a really strange game. We played at a high level in tournament, but in the big games we have to do better, he added. He also said the permutations surrounding India's qualification for the semifinals had affected the team's performance. There were a lot of permutations going into this game that got the better of us. In the last 10 minutes, we played better hockey. That was a little too late, he said. Forward Sukhjeet Singh, who scored .
India lose 3-5 to Argentina, bow out of Hockey World Cup semifinal race
The Indian men's hockey team lost 3-5 to Argentina in a second round pool match to crash out of the semifinal race of the FIH World Cup here on Monday. Needing to win the match by at least a two-goal margin to stay in the hunt, India never looked in the game. Tomas Domene (33rd, 45th minutes) and Joaquin Toscani (1st, 53rd) scored a brace each for Argentina, while the other goal was scored by Nicolas della Torre in the sixth minute. India's two goals were scored from field efforts by Sukhjeet Singh in the 34th minute and 58th minutes. As a consolation, India got a penalty stroke 36 minutes from the final hooter and Hardik Singh converted to reduce the margin of victory.
3.41 lakh registered football players, 16,295 coaches in India: AIFF
India has 3,41,862 registered football players, 16,295 coaches and 3,347 referees, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) has told the Central Information Commission (CIC). The figures were furnished by the football federation in response to an RTI application seeking the number of registered players, coaches and referees in India for the 2015-25 period. The application also sought details of the club-wise number of injuries reported by Indian Super League (ISL) clubs during FIFA international windows in 2024 and 2025. It sought information on the achieved and unachieved goals under the AIFF Lakshya 2022 document, Target 2026 and AIFF Strategic Target 2019-22, along with reasons for failure to achieve the objectives and steps taken to meet the unachieved targets. The application also sought details of initiatives taken by the federation for the development of youth and women's football, plans for the senior women's national team ahead of the AFC Women's Asian Cup, and the priorit
Alonso's Chelsea kick off season with thrilling win at Fulham
Chelsea secured a breathless 3-2 victory over West London rivals Fulham in Xabi Alonso's first Premier League match as coach, with goals from Joao Pedro, Morgan Rogers, and Cole Palmer.
What Went Wrong For India At World Cup
India's Hockey World Cup campaign ended in disappointment after a 5-3 defeat to Argentina, highlighting persistent defensive issues and a struggle to perform against top-ranked teams. The team's problems, including conceding early goals and a lack of intensity, had been building throughout the year.
US attempt to strangle Iran's economy depends on China's cooperation
The US has spent 20 years promising 'crippling sanctions' on Iran. But the latest effort comes with a reverse twist, after military action failed to accomplish President Trump's goals
MHA Orders Immediate Transfer of IPS Officer From Jammu Kashmir to Goa
SRINAGAR: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has transferred 2010-batch IPS officer Vikas Gupta from Jammu and Kashmir to Goa with immediate effect, according to an order issued by the Union Government. The order, issued by the MHA from Kartavya Bhavan, New Delhi, said Gupta, an AGMUT-cadre officer, has been transferred to Goa until further []
Bodo/Glimt close to Champions League return as playoffs reach climax
Geneva, Aug 24: Bodo/Glimt are one game away from returning to the Champions League main draw after taking a 3-1 advantage into their playoff second leg against Dutch debutants NEC Nijmegen on Tuesday. The Norwegian side, who stunned Manchester City, Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan in last seasons competition, have scored three goals in each []
'Does anyone actually care?' Sreejesh's scathing attack after Indias WC exit
P.R. Sreejesh, the former goalkeeper, has raised serious concerns about the Indian hockey management's strategies following the failures of both the men's and women's teams. With the men's squad falling short against Argentina, and the women's team drawing against Australia, neither team advanced to the World Cup semifinals. These disappointing results highlight the urgent need for reevaluation to enhance India's competitive edge in international hockey.
Day 2 of the 5th Canon C.E. Tyndale-Biscoe Invitational Football Tournament, sponsored by Genius Career Consultancy, witnessed some outstanding football, remarkable goal-scoring displays and intense competition among the participating school teams. The day, as per a statement, began with an emphatic performance by Iqbal Memorial Institute, who registered a convincing 60 victory over Linton Hall School. The winners displayed excellent attacking football, with Mueen emerging as the standout performer after scoring twice and being adjudged Man of the Match. In another impressive encounter, Tyndale-Biscoe School produced a commanding 60 victory over The Legend School. TBS dominated proceedings with excellent ball possession, attacking movement and clinical finishing. Baris was the star of the match, scoring a brilliant hat-trick and earning the Man of the Match award.
Srinagar Premier League: Al Muqeet FC secures 71 victory over ARCO FC
Al Muqeet Football Club produced a dominant second-half performance to defeat ARCO FC 71 in an entertaining Srinagar Premier League encounter at the TRC Ground, Srinagar, on Monday. The match, as per a DFA statement, began with both teams showing attacking intent, setting the tone for what would become a high-scoring contest. Al Muqeet FC opened the scoring in the first half, putting ARCO FC under early pressure. However, ARCO responded strongly and found the equaliser before the interval to ensure the teams went into half-time level at 11. The opening 45 minutes were competitive, with both sides creating opportunities and battling for control in midfield. Al Muqeet looked dangerous going forward, while ARCO FC showed determination to stay in the contest after conceding first. With the score tied at 11, the second half promised to be decisive and Al Muqeet FC delivered a remarkable attacking display. The visitors came out with renewed intensity after the restart and quickly began to take control of the game. Their attacking movement, finishing and sustained pressure created significant problems for the ARCO FC defence. Al Muqeet FC went on to score six goals in the second half, turning a closely fought 11 contest into a comprehensive 71 victory. ARCO FC struggled to contain Al Muqeet's attacking momentum as the second half progressed. Despite their efforts to respond and regain control, they were unable to prevent Al Muqeet from extending their advantage. The result highlighted the difference between the two teams' second-half performances. While ARCO FC had competed well during the opening period and entered the break on level terms, Al Muqeet FC demonstrated greater attacking efficiency after the restart. The final whistle confirmed a convincing 71 victory for Al Muqeet FC, who walked away with an impressive result and an important three points.
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GMC to transform into five-star campus: CM
Underground cabling, improved lighting, landscaping planned Panaji: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Monday said the Goa Medical College (GMC) campus will soon be developed into a five-star campus with underground cabling, improved lighting, landscaping, parking and other facilities through the Goa State Infrastructure Development Corporation (GSIDC). He added that all efforts would be made to []
Ball milling enhances the antiviral activity of inexpensive inorganic materials
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ED arrests two brothers in Rs 2.60 cr digital arrest case
Pan-India crackdown on Rs 30K-cr transactions Panaji: The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Panaji zonal office, has arrested two brothers from MumbaiFahim Moin Hussain Sayed and Naim Mueen Sayyedin connection with a money laundering investigation into a large-scale digital arrest cyber frauds, including one in the state. The victim, a senior citizen from Goa, was duped []
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3 kids, 80-yr-old man traced during Saptah fair
NT Reporter Vasco Vasco Police traced three minor children reported missing during the annual Saptah Fair and reunited them with their families, while an 80-year-old man who went missing in the crowd was also traced and reunited with his family. The Saptah Fair, which began last week, attracts thousands of visitors from Goa and neighbouring []
Japanese proverb of the day: Modern life encourages multitasking and pursuing multiple opportunities simultaneously. This proverb highlights how divided attention hinders meaningful progress on any single goal. Numerous distractions today further challenge sustained focus and commitment. Choosing one path can feel like forfeiting other possibilities and opportunities. Focused effort on what matters most yields better results than scattered attention.
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From Dreams to Survival: The Fragile Ecosystem of J&Ks Startups
Every business opportunity comes with a fleeting moment. Decisions delayed, opportunities ignored, or ideas left unrealised rarely return. In the world of entrepreneurship, success often belongs to those who recognise the right opportunity and act on it at the right time. Across Jammu and Kashmir, countless aspiring entrepreneurs begin their startup journey with ambitious dreams and innovative ideas aimed at solving real-world problems. Yet, for many, the journey ends long before those ideas reach the marketplace. The challenge is rarely the absence of creativity; it is the inability to transform promising ideas into sustainable businesses. An idea acquires real value only when it completes the journey from Mind to Market. This transformation lies at the heart of entrepreneurship. A startup is not merely about launching a new product or service; it is about creating value by addressing unmet customer needs, improving existing solutions, or disrupting conventional business models. The true measure of entrepreneurial success, therefore, is not the brilliance of an idea but its ability to create meaningful economic and social impact. The success of a startup venture rests on two fundamental pillars: scalability and sustainabilitywhether of a product, process, technology, or service. Achieving these objectives requires a startup to progress through three interconnected stages: Creativity, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship. Together, these stages transform ideas into viable solutions, enabling startups to create value, adapt to changing markets, and achieve long-term growth. Every successful startup begins with a creative ideaone that has the potential to solve a real problem, disrupt an existing product or service, or create an entirely new market opportunity. Creativity is more than brainstorming; it is the foundation upon which innovation and entrepreneurship are built. Startups that continually refine their ideas and adapt to changing customer needs are far more likely to survive in today's intensely competitive business environment. The idea has to be worked on; empathy, problem understanding, POC and must be clear and crisp at this level. However, many aspiring entrepreneurs are tempted to follow an easier path by replicating business models that have already succeeded elsewhere. While imitation may provide a faster route to market, it rarely leads to sustainable growth or a lasting competitive advantage. In the long run, businesses that thrive are those that innovate continuously, respond to evolving consumer expectations, and create distinctive value. Unfortunately, this is one of the most common shortcomings observed among many idea generators and early-stage startups in Jammu and Kashmir. Rather than investing time in understanding the market, entrepreneurs often move directly from an idea to execution. Critical elements such as rigorous market research, a deep understanding of consumer behaviour, and genuine empathy for the problems customers face are frequently overlooked. As a result, many ventures launch products or services that fail to address real market needs, limiting their potential for growth and long-term success. For Kashmir's startup ecosystem to mature, greater emphasis must be placed on cultivating a culture of creativity backed by evidence-based decision-making. Original ideas, validated through market insights and driven by a clear understanding of customer problems, are far more likely to evolve into sustainable and scalable enterprises than businesses built on imitation alone. The second stage of the startup journey is where ideas are transformed into tangible solutions. This is the phase of building proof of concepts (PoCs), developing prototypes, refining products, and validating them through continuous testing. It is also the stage where innovators should protect their intellectual property through patents, trademarks, copyrights, design registrations, or geographical indications (GIs), ensuring that their ideas remain valuable business assets. Encouragingly, Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed significant growth in its innovation ecosystem over the past few years. Government-backed schemes and incubation centres such as GIF at NIT Srinagar, IED NewGen at University of Kashmir, SKIIE at SKUAST-K, CIED at IUST, EDI J&K, and I3C at IIT Jammu are among the few providing aspiring entrepreneurs with technical mentoring and financial support. Programmes such as NIDHI-PRAYAS, NIDHI Seed Support, the MSME Innovative Scheme, BIRAC, MeitY initiatives, Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS), and several others offer grants ranging from a few lakh rupees to 75 lakh or more for prototype development and early-stage innovation. These grants are designed to help innovators validate their ideas without the burden of repayment. The following are key agencies helping startups with financial assistance and the thrust areas currently adopted in few J&K incubators: Department of Biotechnology (DBT) & BIRAC Scheme: Biotechnology Ignition Grant (BIG). Funding: Up to 50 Lakhs. Focus: Life sciences, biotechnology, healthcare, medical devices, and agriculture. Department of Science and Technology (DST)Schemes: NIDHI-PRAYAS (for prototyping up to 10 Lakhs) and NIDHI i-TBI Ignition Grants (channelled through specific partner incubators/host institutes for up to 10 Lakhs). Focus: Technology-driven, deep-tech, AI, IoT, and hardware innovations. Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME)Scheme: MSME Idea Hackathon (part of the MSME Innovative Scheme) Funding: Up to 15 Lakhs for approved innovative ideas through Host Institutes / Business Incubators. Focus: Sector-agnostic business ventures and manufacturing/service innovations. Ministry of Commerce and Industry (DPIIT)Scheme: Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS)Funding: Up to 20 Lakhs as a grant for proof-of-concept/prototype development (and up to 50 Lakhs via debt/convertible debentures for scaling). Focus: Early-stage, tech-driven startups across all sectors. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)Scheme: GENESIS / TIDE 2.0Funding: Seed support and grants routed via designated incubators. Focus: ICT, software, electronics, and regional tech startups. Yet, despite the availability of such opportunities, a concerning trend has emerged. A significant number of aspiring entrepreneursincluding university/college studentsview prototype development as the final destination rather than the beginning of the entrepreneurial journey. Once they secure funding and build a prototype, many abandon the idea of commercialising it, opting instead for conventional employment. In some cases, prototypes are developed merely to strengthen rsums rather than to solve real-world problems or build sustainable businesses. Such an approach defeats the very purpose of entrepreneurship, which is to convert innovation into value for society. The final and most demanding stage is entrepreneurship itselftaking an innovation from the laboratory to the marketplace. This is where many promising ideas falter. Commercial success depends not only on a good product but also on understanding customers, creating market awareness, building trust, and continuously adapting to changing market needs. The journey from innovation to enterprise requires resilience, persistence, and a willingness to take calculated risks. Ultimately, it is the ability to transform an idea into a viable business that separates enduring startups from short-lived ventures. For Jammu and Kashmir to build a vibrant startup ecosystem, greater emphasis must be placed on nurturing entrepreneurs who are committed not just to creating prototypes, but to building enterprises that generate employment, economic growth, and lasting social impact. Unfortunately, the percentage of startups that eventually make it to the market is still less than about 5%. The journey from mind to market is neither quick nor easy. It demands far more than a brilliant ideait requires a relentless pursuit of excellence, an appetite for calculated risk, and, above all, the three indispensable qualities of entrepreneurship: Profit orientation, Patience, and Perseverance. A startup can succeed only when its idea is technically feasible, commercially viable, economically sustainable, and socially relevant and acceptable. These must be complemented by a sound business plan, the right team, impeccable timing, a scalable revenue model, and an unwavering focus on customer value. Jammu and Kashmir today possesses the talent, institutional support, and funding ecosystem needed to build a thriving startup landscape. What it now needs is a shift in mindset. The goal should no longer be limited to developing innovative products or securing prototype grants; it should be to build enterprises that successfully penetrate markets, create employment, and generate sustainable economic value. Innovation achieves its true purpose only when it reaches the customer and transforms lives. For the startup ecosystem in J&K, the next chapter must be defined not by the number of ideas conceived or prototypes developed, but by the number of ventures that successfully make the journey from mind to market. (The author is a co-founder of IIED Centre and Greenovator Incubation Foundation at NIT Srinagar and Principal Investigator of DSTs iTBI Scheme, Chairman of the MSME Innovative scheme, and one of the founding Directors of GIF-NIT Srinagar) Box: For the startup ecosystem in J&K, the next chapter must be defined not by the number of ideas conceived or prototypes developed, but by the number of ventures that successfully make the journey from mind to market
Hockey World Cup: India's slim hopes of reaching semifinals end with loss to Argentina
After losing to the Netherlands in their previous match, India were almost out of the race for the last four from Pool E. However, Argentina's victory over England had technically kept their qualification hopes alive. India needed to win by at least three goals to advance, but conceded twice in the opening six minutes and struggled to recover. Poor passing, frequent loss of possession and a leaky defence compounded their problems.
Tarun Tejpal should have surrendered before moving SC against conviction: Goa government
The Goa government argued Tarun Tejpal should surrender before filing his appeal. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta highlighted the seriousness of the matter before the court. Kapil Sibal countered that Tejpal has time to surrender as granted by the High Court. Tejpal's appeal was filed after the Bombay High Court rejected his conviction stay. The Supreme Court will pass an appropriate order after hearing both sides.
'Does anyone actually care?' Sreejesh's brutal question
Legendary Indian hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh expressed strong frustration over India's poor performance at the FIH World Cup, criticising the team's 'underwhelming showing' and demanding accountability. He questioned the 'learning experience' narrative and highlighted issues in both men's and women's team management, urging a focus on winning rather than just playing good hockey.
From D-Day to economic war: US invokes World War II in Iran sanctions push
The United States has initiated a significant economic campaign against Iran. This operation aims to isolate the nation from global financial systems. Officials compared this new economic effort to the historic D-Day invasion. The goal is to sever all economic lifelines sustaining the Iranian regime. This action marks a new phase in international economic pressure.
India hockey coach admits costly World Cup mistakes
Indian men's hockey team head coach Craig Fulton attributed the team's failure to reach the World Cup semifinals to a slow start and inability to handle pressure during their 3-5 loss to Argentina. Forward Sukhjeet Singh also pointed to defensive lapses and an early conceded goal as critical factors in their defeat.
Major Cyber Fraud Uncovered in Goa: 20-Year-Old Arrested for
Panjim, August 24: In a significant breakthrough, Goas cybercrime police have arrested a 20-year-old man in connection with a major cyber fraud case involving over 42 lakh. The suspect was apprehended in Nanded, Maharashtra. The case originated from a complaint filed by a resident of Canacona, Goa, on March 20. A crime number 29/2026 was ... Read more Major Cyber Fraud Uncovered in Goa: 20-Year-Old Arrested for 42 Lakh Scam
India knocked out of World Cup semifinal race after 3-5 defeat to Argentina
India's men's hockey team missed out on the World Cup semifinals following a 3-5 loss to Argentina, ending Pool E at the bottom despite a late two-goal effort
Hockey: India crash out of Women's World Cup after goalless draw with Australia
INDIA's hopes of reaching the Women's Hockey World Cup semifinals were dashed on Sunday after they were held to a goalless draw by Australia in their final second-round match here. With the Netherlands beating China 4-1 earlier in the day, the semifinal spot came down to India and Australia. India needed a win, while Australia only had to avoid defeat because they had scored more goals than their opponents. India survived an early scare when Australia appeared to take the lead through a close-range effort that struck Jyoti high on her body before deflecting into the net. India immediately took a referral, and the TV umpire ruled the play dangerous, preserving the 0-0 scoreline. India to Face Pakistan, England in Hockey World Cup India had a chance to break the deadlock just before half-time after winning a penalty corner, but Australia read their routine and stopped the threat. Nikki Pradhan then found space but failed to connect cleanly with her shot, completely missing the ball before it struck her foot. India pushed for the goal they needed but could not find a way through Australia's defence. The draw was enough for Australia to secure the final semifinal spot, while India's semifinal hopes ended. India had started their campaign unbeaten, drawing against China and England before beating South Africa 6-1 to advance to the second round. But a 0-2 defeat to the Netherlands in their previous match left India needing a victory against Australia.
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India's men's hockey team failed to overcome the pressure of conceding an early goal and saw its hopes of reaching the World Cup semifinals end with a 3-5 loss to Argentina on Monday.
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India crash out of hockey World Cup after Argentina loss
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Naveen-ul-Haq Returns To Afghanistans Squad For Upcoming T20Is Against India
The Afghanistan Cricket Board: Fast bowler Naveen-ul-Haq has returned to the Afghanistan squad after recovering from a shoulder injury for the upcoming three-match T20 International series against India, scheduled to be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on September 13, 15 and 17. The series will also mark Ibrahim Zadran's first assignment as Afghanistan's full-time T20I skipper after taking over from Rashid Khan. Naveen's return bolsters the pace attack after he recovered from a stress fracture in his right shoulder, an injury that had sidelined him from the bilateral series against the West Indies and the 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, where Afghanistan made an early exit. He joins Fazal Haq Farooqi, Abdullah Ahmadzai and Azmatullah Omarzai in the fast-bowling department. The squad also sees the return of veteran seam-bowling all-rounder Gulbadin Naib, while uncapped wicketkeeper-batter Noor Rahman earned his maiden call-up following consistent domestic performances. The spin contingent remains formidable, featuring Rashid, Noor Ahmad, Nangyal Kharoti, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, and Mohammad Nabi. The Afghanistan Cricket Board has always made every effort to select a well-balanced and fully prepared squad for all relevant competitions. We have followed the same approach for the upcoming series against India, and I hope the Afghanistan team will deliver an outstanding performance in these matches. It is a great pride that Afghanistan is hosting a major cricketing nation for the first time. This reflects the progress Afghan cricket has made toward achieving its major objectives and shows that we are steadily advancing toward the strategic goals identified by the organization, said Naseeb Khan, the Afghanistan Cricket Board CEO, in a statement. The Afghanistan squad will reach India early for a preparatory camp before the series begins. The series will mark the first-ever mens bilateral T20I series between Afghanistan and India, after the two teams played in a one-off Test and three ODIs in June this year. This reflects the progress Afghan cricket has made toward achieving its major objectives and shows that we are steadily advancing toward the strategic goals identified by the organization, said Naseeb Khan, the Afghanistan Cricket Board CEO, in a statement. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Reserves: Ijaz Ahmadzai, Shahidullah Kamal, Fareed Ahmad Malik. Article Source: IANS
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Tarun Tejpal must surrender before challenging rape conviction, Goa govt tells SC
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National Portrait Gallery to display portrait of Dadabhai Naoroji, Britain
A portrait of Britains first Asian MP, Dadabhai Naoroji, is to go on display at the National Portrait Gallery from 2 September. The painting, which used to hang in the restaurant of the India Club in The Strand, has been carefully restored by the Courtauld Institute of Art. Naoroji , often affectionally called the grand old man of India, was a Parsi who was the Liberal Party member for Finsbury Central from 1892 to 1895. He beat the Tory candidate Frederick Penton by 2,961 votes to 2,956, a majority of only five. Naorojis election agent was one Muhammed Ali Jinnah, then a young law student at Lincolns Inn who later gave up the cause of Hindu-Muslim unity which he once had championed passionately and became the founder of Pakistan. In an 1888 speech, Prime Minister Lord Salisbury dismissively claimed that British voters were not yet ready to elect a black man to Parliament in a reference to Naoroji, adding that the House of Commons was a machine too peculiar and too delicate to be managed by any but those who have been born within these isles. One restored portrait of Dadabhai Naoroji The Courtauld Institute of Fine Arts So, the answer to the question, Who was Britains first Asian MP?, is Dadabhai Naoroji and not Keith Vaz, who was elected the Labour MP for Leicester East in 1987 and represented the constituency for 32 years until 2019. In fact, two other Asian MPs followed Naoroji, who was born and died in India (4 September 1825 30 June 1917). Sir Mancherjee Bhownaggree was elected as the Conservative MP for Bethnal Green North-East in 1895, serving until 1906. And Shapurji Saklatvala was elected in 1922 as a Communist MP (endorsed by the Labour Party) for Battersea North, serving until 1923 and again from 1924 to 1929. All three were Parsis who belonged to the Zoroastrian faith. Naorojis portrait is on a three-year loan from Yadgar Marker, who ran the India Club for 26 years on a long lease but the place was forced to close in 2023 after he was effectively ejected by the freeholders, Marston Properties. There was a long campaign to save the India Club because of its historic importance and especially as this was the location from where the India League, with its links to V K Krishna Menon, made the case for Indian independence. The campaign was ultimately unsuccessful because Marston Properties claimed they wanted to convert the building into a modern hotel and there was no room for the India Club in their plans. In the summer of 2023, Marker and his daughter, Phiroza, who jointly ran the India Club, announced its demise as almost a death in the family: It is with a very heavy heart that we announce the closure of the India Club, with our last day open to the public on 17th September. Among those who had frequented the India Club were staff from the Indian High Commission, students from the London School of Economics and Kings College London, and staff from the High Court in The Strand. It had a loyal Indian and English clientele. A typical comment when the India Club was forced to close came from historian Kusoom Vadgama, who found comfort in its surroundings on first arriving in London from Kenya in 1953: I went there in the search for Indian faces. Its passing is like a death sentence for the Indian community. Its like a murder. Malcolm Deboo speaking at Dadabhai Naoroji tribute Raj D Bakrania Three years on, the building is boarded up, with no work visible inside. Marker said he was extremely pleased that a little bit of the India Club will now live on in the National Portrait Gallery through the Naoroji portrait. The many regulars who frequented the India Club restaurant will remember that the Naoroji portrait was hung just to the right of the entrance. The smoke from the adjacent kitchen and the aroma from bhuna lamb, prawn curry, masala dosa, chilli paneer, yellow dal and other favourite dishes inevitably took their toll on the portrait oil on canvas, measuring 756 x 615 x 24 mm. Marker told Eastern Eye that while many of the fixtures and fittings from the India Club had to be given away, he kept the Naoroji portrait to one side. I telephoned the National Portrait Gallery and told them I have this portrait, he recounted. They were very interested. I said I would give it to them on loan. The portrait was inspected in Markers apartment by Sarah Moulden, the NPGs senior curator of 19th-century collections, who was accompanied by a colleague. She was very excited, Marker remembered. Marker gave his consent to the portrait being restored by the prestigious Courtauld Institute of Art under a programme known as Painting Pairs. This is described as an annual collaborative research initiative that partners graduate art history and curating students with second-year easel painting conservation students to jointly investigate selected works of art. Each team consists of a student from art history, curating, or the PhD track paired with a future conservator from the MA Conservation of Easel Paintings course. Marker revealed that on one occasion, a thief tried to steal the Naoroji portrait from the India Club. The canvas had even been removed from the frame but the theft was stopped in time. Amit Roy But a portrait of Saklatvala was lost, he said. Marker is grateful to the NPG for footing the entire cost of restoring the Naoroji portrait, which will be displayed in the NPGs Empire and Resistance gallery from Wednesday 2 September. On behalf of the NPG, Moulden told Eastern Eye : We are delighted to be showing this portrait of Dadabhai Naoroji, who was such a remarkable figure in British political life in the Victorian and Edwardian eras. As one of the first Asian MPs in Britain [he was, in fact, the first] and a leading critic of colonial rule in India, he helped shape debates about empire and self-government. Painted after Naorojis death, probably from photographs, by the Indian artist Sorab M Pithawalla, the portrait was sent from what was then Bombay to London to hang in the India Club, which once stood just a short walk from the National Portrait Gallery. Its wonderful to bring Naoroji back into view through this portrait, and to share the story of a man whose life reflects the close connections between Britain and the wider world. Putting up the portrait also signifies a seminal moment for the NPG, which allows it to engage with the British Asian community, judging from the comments made by Lord Karan Bilimoria. While Naoroji was the first Parsi to enter the Commons, Bilimoria is the first Parsi to get a peerage (in 2006). Bilimoria said: The restoration and forthcoming display of Dadabhai Naorojis portrait at the National Portrait Gallery is a profoundly important moment. For decades, it hung in the India Club, a cherished meeting place for generations of Indians in Britain, which has sadly closed. I remember being taken there as an 11-year-old by my father Lieutenant General Faridoon Bilimoria when he was posted in England as a Lieutenant Colonel, continued Bilimoria. And years later I was proud that the India Club was one of the first establishments to sell Cobra Beer, the brand I founded. It is fitting that Dadabhai Naoroji should now be represented in one of Britains foremost national institutions, the National Portrait Gallery. His story belongs at the heart of British history and reflects the longstanding contribution of British Asians to this country. Bilimoria added: I was proud to have recently hosted an event in Parliament marking the 200th anniversary of Dadabhai Naorojis birth and celebrating his remarkable legacy. Known as the Grand Old Man of India, he was a businessman, academic, economist, nationalist and politician. In 1892, he overcame immense prejudice to become the first Indian and first Asian elected to the British Parliament. As a fellow Parsi, businessman, academic and parliamentarian, I have always felt a special affinity with him. The display of his restored portrait is a fitting tribute to his courage, achievements and enduring influence. Exactly 20 years ago, in 2006, I was proud to follow in his footsteps as the first Zoroastrian Parsi to be appointed to the House of Lords. I read Dadabhai Naorojis maiden speech before I made my own. In my maiden speech, I paid tribute to him. He has been an enduring inspiration to Indians over the years, and Mahatma Gandhi looked up to Dadabhai Naoroji as a mentor. In a letter to Dadabhai Naoroji from South Africa in 1894 a young Mahatma Gandhi wrote, The Indians look up to you as children to the father. Such is really the feeling here. Eastern Eye has gone through the report on the work involved in lovingly restoring the Naoroji portrait. It said: This paper presents the results of the collaborative research project conducted by MA History of Art student Benjamin Singer, and MA Conservation of Easel Paintings student Ursula Griffiths, as part of the Painting Pairs Project (2024-25) organised by The Courtauld Institute of Art, London. Alongside the project, the painting was brought to the conservation studios at The Courtauld for conservation treatment, undertaken by Ursula Griffiths. The painting, a posthumous oil painted portrait of Dadabhai Naoroji, was executed by Sorab Pithawalla in 1946, and hung in The India Club, London, from its acquisition in 1946 until the establishment closed in 2023. Dadabhai Naoroji portrait at India Club Amit Roy It went on: The sitter, Dadabhai Naoroji (1825-1917), is a highly significant figure in the Indian Nationalist movement and was notable in his career as an Indian activist, scholar, economist and the first Asian MP in Britain. Naoroji is depicted in half-length wearing a black shirt and coat, set against a dark brown background. The artist, Sorab Pithawalla (1911-1959), is a second-generation artist of the western academic school of painting in India, which itself emerged during British governance of India, disseminated through western art schools. Stating that Naoroji inspired others, it said that he acted as a model in this regard for the South Asian MPs who followed in his footsteps. Sir Mancherjee Bhownaggree, a fellow Parsi of Indian heritage, was elected to serve as the MP for Bethnal Green in the election immediately following Naorojis, in 1895. Photographic and artistic depictions of Bhownaggree alike depict him as having treaded a similar line with his fashion as Naoroji: he adopts the traditional dark suit and grey trousers typical of the late 19th century British MP and, perhaps, goes even further than Naoroji in this regard with his willingness to adorn a bright, white undershirt. Though from a slightly later temporal period, Shapurji Saklatvala was the next MP of Indian descent to be elected, in 1922; photographs of him show similar decisions in his self-fashioning as Naoroji and Bhownaggree. These men would likely have looked to Naorojis example or, at the very least, have been aware of it and, therefore, their decisions with regard to self-fashioning can thus help cement an understanding of Naorojis. It seems all three men felt the need to find a way to mix loyalty with their heritage and aesthetic fitting-in with their new colleagues. The report pointed out that Pithawallas depiction of Naoroji was not painted during the figures life but, rather, nearly three decades after he had passed away. The precise date of the paintings execution is known since it is signed and dated on both its verso and recto, both reading: Sorab M. Pithawalla, Bombay, 1946 . Given the temporal gap between Naorojis death in 1917 and Pithawallas decision to execute this portrait, it is of import to determine why Pithawalla felt compelled to choose Naoroji as a subject in this moment. As it turns out, 1946 was an immensely consequential year in Bombay. At the outset of the year, on February 18th, the sailors of the R.I.N. (Royal Indian Navy) raised their voices against the authorities with practically no warning. The report added: The painting is executed on a densely woven canvas, presumed to be linen, stretched over a wooden four-member, keyable stretcher. The priming layers, a chalk and animal glue ground layer followed by a lead white oil priming layer, extend to all the cut edges of the canvas except for on the right, suggesting both that it has been commercially primed and that the piece for this painting was cut from the beginning or end of a roll. It is likely, however, that the canvas was stretched over the stretcher by the artist himself, as a result of the uneven distribution of excess material and the disparity between the folding of each corner. An animal-glue size layer has been applied over the lead white oil priming, which was likely applied by the artist as an additional priming layer. India Club restaurant Amit Roy Notable in scientific analysis of paint cross sections taken across the painting, was that zinc was a component of all paint layers, and the upper ground layer. The presence of this element, and the absence of zinc-based pigments, suggests that zinc-stearate is an additive within the paint. Such a finding is indicative of commercially available tube paints such as those produced by Windsor and Newton, produced in the twentieth century, where zinc stearate was found to be a component of paint formulations as a dispersing agent. The range of different oil painting techniques used by Sorab Pithawalla in this portrait speak to exceptional skill in the handling and use of oil painting as a medium, likely inherited from his father and reflecting the initial teachings of John Griffiths at The Sir Jamshedjee Jeejeebhoy School of Art. The report said: Upon its completion, Sorab Pithawallas Portrait of Dadabhai Naoroji, hung in the India Club in London. On the walls of the club, Naoroji was joined by portraits of other significant Indian activities and figures, such as Mahatma Gandhi and Krishna Menon. Below these portraits existed tables, a restaurant, and a space in which conversation flourished. Set in the heart of the London, the club acted as home away from home for Indian Nationals and their allies in London and provided a space to have important discourses about India, England, and the world; a space in which the Indian perspective could be formulated and broadcast to the surrounding city and country. How the legacies and portraits of Naoroji, and his fellow icons, shaped these discourses is an important point for further inquiry. In this way, the club sat squarely in the physical and theoretical centre of Indo-British relations, forming the perfect place to hang this portrait which in every way sat at that exact same intersection. The report emphasised: The long career of Dadabhai Naoroji spanned a variety of locations, fields, and time periods. An activist, academic, and eventually a formal politician, Naoroji built a career from within the British system with the goal of tearing it down. In 2017, many tributes were paid to Naoroji at functions to mark the centenary of his death in 1917. One was held by the Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe (ZTFE) at the Zoroastrian Centre, Harrow Naoroji became the founder trustee of the organisation in 1861 and served as its president until 1907. The organisations president, Malcolm Deboo, gave a talk ZTFE Trustee & President Dadabhai Naoroji: Interfaith, Gandhiji & Emancipation of the Zoroastrian in Iran touching on Naorojis many achievements. Yadgar Marker and his daughter Phiroza in front of a portrait of Krishna Menon at the India Club Amit Roy During his 91 years Dadabhai achieved many firsts, said Deboo. In 1855 he was the first Indian to hold an academic position in colonial India, when he was appointed Professor of Mathematics and Natural Philosophy at Elphinstone College, Bombay. Later in 1855 Dadabhai, together with Seth Muncherji Hormusji Cama and Khurshedji Rustomji Cama, travelled to London opening Cama & Co in the City of London, which was the first Indian trading firm to be established in Britain. In 1859, he became the first Indian to be appointed Professor of Gujarati at University College London. In 1861, together with Seth Muncherji, Dadabhai established the Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe (ZTFE), which today is the oldest Indian/ Asian faith based voluntary organisation in the UK. Dadabhai was a multi-faceted man he was a Philomath who had varied interests, Deboo said. Besides being a politician, Dadabhai was a Zoroastrian priest, he was interested in inter-faith dialogue, he was an educator who promoted education for girls when it was unfashionable, he was a trader and an investor. Commenting on the portrait being displayed at the NPG, Deboo said: This is wonderful news. He added that the trust and the Zoroastrian community are delighted and will be visiting the National Portrait Gallery to view the restored portrait of Dadabhai Naoroji. The trust is grateful to Yadgar Markar of the India Club for loaning the portrait of Dadabhai Naoroji and to the National Portrait Gallery for restoring and exhibiting the portrait.
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New Nail Fungus Device Tries to Cut Clinic Trips
Nail fungus is one of those problems that seems small until it is not. It is slow to treat, easy to ignore, and stubborn enough that people can spend months applying medication or visiting clinicians without knowing whether they are making progress. South Korean startup Medicell Healthcare wants to make that routine more visible and more repeatable with a clinic-based laser system called the Mycosis Laser . When I met Brian Kangsoo Lim (Medicells CEO) in Korea, the most interesting part of his pitch was not the laser itself. It was the operating model around it. Medicell is trying to sell clinics and salons on an easily operated foot-care service: the hardware, treatment workflow, and business know-how together. Its important because nail fungus care is mostly an adherence problem . The FDA cleared the Medicell Mycosis Laser in March 2026 for the temporary increase of clear nails in patients with onychomycosis, the medical term for fungal nail infection (see FDA 510(k) database ). The American Academy of Dermatology makes the same distinction: lasers are FDA-approved to improve the appearance of a nail after the infection has cleared, not to treat the fungal infection itself (see AAD guidance ). Plenty of people want their nails to look normal again, but a clearer-looking nail is not necessarily proof that the fungus is completely gone. Medicells device uses 405 nm and 635 nm diode lasers. The FDAs 510(k) summary describes the system as producing a photochemical reaction and notes that it has an LCD monitor to help an operator check the treatment area. It can treat both feet simultaneously, with selectable 12-, 15-, or 20-minute sessions. The company says its built-in camera helps position treatment more accurately and describes the system as low-pain. We mentioned the adherence problem earlier: prescription topical treatments can demand daily use for roughly 48 weeks (12 months) , but according to the AAD, while a toenail itself can take 12 to 18 month s to grow out. That gives any treatment provider a practical challenge: people can feel like the problem is gone and stop coming for treatment. It is similar to not taking your antibiotics all the way as prescribed. Medicell says its own treatment schedule involves weekly sessions over many months. During our conversation, Lim argued that a visible, warm clinic procedure could motivate people to stick with a routine more consistently than an oil or topical product at home. That is not proof, but it is a sensible observation about behavior. Consumers often do not abandon a treatment because they think theyve already reached the goal when the symptoms fade out. The business logic follows from there: rather than simply selling a large device to dermatology clinics, Medicell is pitching foot care centers that could operate inside clinics or alongside nail-service businesses. The company says it has been building this franchise-style model in Korea, while also exploring U.S. pilots and a smaller home-use concept. The home version is where the strategy could become much more interesting (to me!), and potentially harder. Lim described a smaller, single-foot device aimed at people who do not want to drive to a clinic every week. In the U.S., distance and appointment friction are real barriers. However, the FDA-cleared Mycosis Laser is not the same thing as a cleared home-use product. Medicell would need to establish the regulatory path, safety controls, instructions, and real-world performance for any consumer version before treating it as a market-ready extension. Medicell was founded in 2020, and its Mycosis Laser is now its clearest test case. The companys thesis will be proven only if clinics and consumers keep returning, if its operating model works beyond a small set of early locations, and if it can show clinical outcomes that go beyond a before-and-after image. The company is now out to earning trust. New Nail Fungus Device Tries to Cut Clinic Trips , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Barcelona launch LaLiga title defence with five-star Elche demolition
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Indias hopes of making a deep run at the Womens Hockey World Cup 2026 came to an end after a tense 0-0 draw against Australia in Amstelveen. Despite producing a determined performance and keeping their opponents from scoring, the Indian womens hockey team could not secure the result needed to pro...
QUAZAR Helps Buyers Avoid Luxury Fakes
QUAZAR is betting that a luxury handbags stitching, hardware, logo placement, and even tiny surface details can become more useful than a serial-number tag. After all, thats how experts catch fake products. The Korean startup wants shoppers, resellers, and retailers to use guided smartphone photos to identify counterfeits and eventually connect the result to a Digital Product Passport, or DPP, containing product information for regulators and supply-chain partners. That is an ambitious pitch, but the consumer problem is real. In luxury resale, the buyer often cannot inspect an item until after money has changed hands. A counterfeit that looks convincing in listing photos can turn a supposedly smart secondhand purchase into an expensive dispute. OECD and EUIPO research estimates that global trade in counterfeit goods reached $467 billion in 2021, equal to 2.3% of world trade. Its probably much higher now. I met QUAZAR CEO Myunghyun Kim in person in Seoul. The practical question behind its pitch is simple: can a camera and software make authentication less dependent on shipping an item to a specialist or waiting for a human appraisal? That is a useful goal, especially for a resale market where trust is the product. QUAZAR says its system examines visual signature points, including stitching, logos, hardware, patterns, and product codes, then compares them with reference data. Its public site describes this as AI-assisted: users upload images and product metadata, and the system looks for evidence that supports an authenticity decision. The investor I saw showed a one smartphone photo clean demo message, but reliable product inspection often depends on image quality, angle, lighting, category, and the available reference data. In a 2025 interview with WOWTALE , Kim said guided photos were important for luxury authentication. For a real buyer, that means QUAZARs value will depend not only on the models accuracy, but also on whether the app can guide an ordinary person through taking the best input images, which makes sense. The companys second bet is that authentication can become the front end for product compliance. Its deck says each verified item can receive a blockchain-backed Digital Product Passport. The broader DPP idea is not speculative: the European Commission launched the EU DPP Registry in July, and DPP requirements will be introduced product by product. There is a real compliance opportunity, but not an immediate deadline for every fashion or packaging exporter. QUAZAR will need to prove that it can meet the detailed, sector-specific requirements as they emerge. QUAZAR says it has built a large genuine-and-counterfeit image dataset and reported 94.5% detection accuracy in testing. Its investor deck lists a Hyundai Department Store proof of concept and discussions with other retail and resale partners. The company was founded in 2020 and began with luxury authentication before expanding its pitch toward a broader physical intelligence platform. QUAZAR Helps Buyers Avoid Luxury Fakes , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
Liverpool Hold Newcastle In Dramatic Keegan Tribute Match
Liverpool secured a dramatic 2-2 draw against Newcastle United at St James' Park, with Dominik Szoboszlai converting a stoppage-time penalty. The match also served as a tribute to the late Kevin Keegan, a shared hero for both clubs, with fans and former players honouring his legacy. Goals from Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock for Newcastle were cancelled out by Cody Gakpo and Szoboszlai's late equaliser for Liverpool.
FLYTO Uses Digital Twins to Test New Aircraft
The most expensive place to discover an aircraft problem is in the air . That is the value-proposition of FLYTO, a South Korean aviation-simulation startup building tools for drones, eVTOL aircraft, and other emerging designs. The company wants engineers to uncover more problems in simulation before committing a physical aircraft to a costly flight-test program. We recently talked on a video-call while I was in Seoul to discuss their companys technology, product and objectives. Hubert Nguyen, co-founder, Ubergizmo, in a video-call with FlyTo while in Incheon Startup Park, South Korea FLYTOs approach starts with real flight data. Its publicly described (Link in Korean language) VeriAero product is a high-precision flight-data acquisition unit, not the name of the broader platform. According to the company, the device collects information such as speed, attitude, altitude, control inputs, engine status, and aircraft response. That data can then feed a flight-physics model and a 3D digital environment representing terrain, cities, airports, or vertiports. The goal is not to make a pretty virtual aircraft. It is to create a model useful enough to test a specific aircrafts behavior across conditions that are expensive, unsafe, or simply difficult to reproduce in the real world. FLYTO says developers can repeatedly simulate weather changes, urban low-altitude operations, route deviations, vertiport approaches, control delays, and emergencies before running a real flight campaign. That problem is becoming more important as aircraft designs become more unconventional. Advanced air mobility includes aircraft that are often electrically powered, highly automated, and capable of vertical takeoff and landing. They may need to operate around conventional aircraft, airports, new vertiports, dense urban areas, and changing weather. The FAA is still building the operating framework for this category, while also working with industry on simulations of how eVTOL aircraft could share airspace and airport facilities with traditional aviation. Simulation is therefore part of how the industry will explore operational problems before putting people and hardware at risk. But a digital twin does not certify an aircraft, and it does not replace real-world testing. The FAAs certification process can include simulation as part of an agreed method of demonstrating compliance, but it also requires engineering data, safety assessments, inspections, ground testing, and extensive flight testing. FLYTO does not need to eliminate physical flight testing. It needs to help aircraft developers arrive at it faster, with better models, better scenario coverage, and lower costs. The companys lead is its experience delivering aviation-training simulators in Korea. FLYTO has already supplied training simulators to aviation-education institutions and delivered a Boeing 737NG maintenance simulator. That shows an ability to build and deploy simulator hardware. The startup also recently announced a Pre-A investment led by The Wells Investment through a fund operated with MYSC. FLYTO said it would use the funding to improve its aircraft physics and dynamics models, expand emergency and operating scenarios, and commercialize its aviation and UAM validation platform. That is a meaningful milestone, although the announcement did not disclose the investment amount. The business model follows a familiar hardware-to-software path. Simulators and data-collection equipment can give FLYTO a foothold with aviation customers. The larger ambition is to turn the resulting flight data, calibrated models, scenario libraries, and validation records into a repeatable software-and-services business. FLYTOs potential advantage is the closed loop between real flight data and repeatable validation: capture the behavior of a particular aircraft, model it, stress-test it virtually, and organize the results into evidence a developer can re-use. To me, the next step would be a named aircraft-development customer and a documented case showing that its model closely tracked real flight behavior. It should be able to show an issue found in simulation, explain how that changed a design or test plan, and demonstrate how much real-world testing the customer avoided or improved. Future aircraft will still have to fly. FLYTO is betting they should fail on a screen first. FLYTO Uses Digital Twins to Test New Aircraft , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .
