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A new pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine has received strong support in Europe following positive clinical trial results. The vaccine is now moving toward approval for use in teenagers, adults and for maternal immunisation to protect newborns.
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In a potential medical breakthrough, scientists have developed tiny magnetic microrobots capable of delivering medication directly to tumours and stroke sites. Early tests conducted on animal models reported a high success rate with minimal side effects.
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A recent study involving more than 29,000 female nurses suggests a strong link between high consumption of ultra-processed foods and an increased risk of colorectal cancer in younger adults. Those who consumed large amounts of these foods were found to be up to 45% more likely to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer than those with lower intake.
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Kia will unveil its entry-level EV2 at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show on 9 January. Likely headed to India, the compact EV retains its concept-inspired design and is expected to offer a 400-volt setup, a single front motor and two battery choices, delivering an estimated 450-500 km range.
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Toyota Kirloskar Motor has recalled 11,529 Urban Cruiser Hyryder SUVs in India over a potential fuel gauge fault in the instrument cluster. Dealerships will contact affected owners for inspections and replacements. The SUV, available in petrol, CNG, and PHEV variants, is priced from Rs 10.94 lakh to Rs 19.76 lakh.
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Genesis has revealed the striking Magma GT Concept, featuring a mid-rear engine layout, sculpted aero elements, butterfly doors and a dramatic twin-bar LED rear lightbar. With hints of a V8 or hybrid powertrain, the concept blends performance-focused engineering with bold styling, previewing the brand’s motorsport-inspired future.
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Harley-Davidson and Hero MotoCorp’s upcoming X440T packs a 440 cc engine with 27.3 hp, a 6-speed gearbox and a slip-assist clutch. It features a trellis frame, KYB USD forks, twin shocks, a TFT display with connectivity, ride-by-wire capability and dual-channel ABS, improving performance and rider safety on Indian roads.
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Triumph has launched the Tiger Sport 800 Tour, an upgraded touring version of the Tiger Sport 800. Powered by a 798cc three-cylinder engine, it features a 6-speed gearbox, an advanced touring kit, 106 litres of storage, and Optimised Cornering ABS. Enhanced brakes and Michelin Road 5 tyres ensure safety and grip.
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Suzuki unveils the 2026 Hayabusa with refined electronics, improved throttle response, and better weight distribution. A special-edition blue-and-white model features 3D emblems and unique badging. Powered by a 1,340 cc inline-four engine with 190 bhp, it retains a 6-speed quickshifter and enhanced torque delivery for smoother, more versatile riding.
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Homes built on plots measuring 1,200 square feet within Greater Bengaluru Authority boundaries will no longer need an occupancy certificate (OC). It is applicable to individual homes, with stilt-plus-3 floors or ground-plus-2 floors, built on 30x40 sites. It aims to simplify compliance for small housing projects.
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For the first time in seven years, Kolkata has received a revision in circle rates. The government has revised the rates by 15% to 90% to align them with the current market price. However, fear of suppressed demand is creeping among developers as rates surpass market prices in some areas.
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Gurugram MP Rao Inderjit Singh shows concerns over the outright violation of water conservation norms by residential and industrial units. Regardless of existing rules, many are showing a non-functional rainwater harvesting system only to obtain OCs. Strict actions are in place to counter this issue, including the revocation of OCs.
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Mumbai has been ranked as the happiest city in Asia for 2025 by Time Out following a survey of over 18,000 residents. An impressive 94 per cent of locals said the city brings them joy, with 89 per cent believing they’re happier in Mumbai than anywhere else.
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The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) has officially opened near the Giza Pyramid Complex in Cairo, showcasing more than 50,000 artefacts, including the full collection of Tutankhamun’s treasures, for the first time. The USD 1 billion project marks a major push to revamp Egypt’s tourism and cultural agenda.
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Sri Lanka has revoked the requirement for all short-stay visitors to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) prior to departure, effective immediately. Travellers may continue applying via the visa or ETA procedure that existed before 15 October 2025 until further notice.
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2 Min Read Nvidia has become a founding member of the India Deep Tech Alliance, which raised over $850 million in commitments to support India’s deep-tech startups spanning space, semiconductors, AI and robotics.
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2 Min Read Cybersecurity firm Tenable has identified seven major vulnerabilities in ChatGPT-4o and GPT-5 models including indirect and zero-click prompt injections that can trick the system into leaking sensitive data.
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2 Min Read Google’s Threat Intelligence Group has identified a new experimental malware strain named PROMPTFLUX that uses its Gemini AI model to periodically rewrite its VBScript source code in order to evade detection. No active attacks have yet been confirmed publicly.
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