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Novel contact lenses to diagnose glaucoma developed

Glaucoma effects around 70 million people worldwide, but around half of those living with the condition are not aware of it. Researchers have developed new... Key Points

The Tribune India

7 signs it could be time to cut off contact with a family member, according to a psychologist

Roughly 25% of adults are estranged from family. Here are signs it's time for you to go no contact, from boundary violations to constant guilt trips. Key Points

Insider

Don't overuse your contact lenses; follow these tips to prevent eye infections

Contact lenses should not be used more than the number of days that are designed to be used.  Here's how you can prevent eye infections. | Health Key Points

Hindustan Times

Generative AI at the centre of contact centres' transformation; will there be layoffs?

As the AI revolution sweeps the world, it continues to haunt workers across sectors including the ones at contact centres sparking widespread fear of layoffs and of bleak future. However, industry leaders say otherwise. Key Points

mint

Google Contacts gets feature to edit, create contacts: All you need to know

Until now, contacts.google.com was the only way to edit or add a Google Contact, the tech giant said. Key Points

Hindustan Times

Army helicopter Cheetah crashes in Arunachal, search on for 2 missing pilots

The Army helicopter lost contact with the control room at around 9.15am and is believed to have crashed near Bomdila in Arunachal Pradesh. Two pilots are missing. | Latest News India Key Points

Hindustan Times

The moment I knew: we were a ‘sort of’ couple. But when he went on another date, I realised I wanted more

Nicole Nabout and Jamie were ‘pretty ambiguous’ in their commitment to each other. But after he went out with another woman, she realised she wanted a more serious relationship. Key Points

the Guardian

Mumbai woman orders Rs 300 lipstick online, loses Rs 1 lakh during delivery

A Mumbai woman lost Rs 1 lakh in an online scam while ordering a Rs 300 lipstick from an e-commerce portal. The scammers posed as customer service representatives, tricked her into downloading a malicious app, and siphoned off the money. Key Points

India Today

Flesh-eating bacteria eats a man's eye during sleep; all you want to know

A man went partially blind in his left eye after waking up from a 40-minute nap; he had his contact lenses on. The man's eye reportedly got infected with Acanthamoeba keratitis, a severe infection that impacts cornea and can result in permanent vision loss. All you want to know about it. | Health Key Points

Hindustan Times

Mumbai woman books Dubai flight tickets online, ends up losing Rs 4.4 lakh to scammers

A Mumbai-based senior citizen was duped out of Rs 4.4 lakh in an online scam while trying to book flight tickets to Dubai. Key Points

India Today

What is Apple's NameDrop feature in iOS 17? All you need to know on magical feature

Apple's iOS 17 features NameDrop, allowing users to exchange contact information quickly by bringing their iPhones together. The update also includes personalized contact posters and a new gesture for content sharing. Key Points

mint

Here is how you can find out if someone has blocked you on WhatsApp

Here is how you can find out if someone has blocked you on WhatsApp. To learn more, read the full story on The Hindu. Key Points

The Hindu

'Haryana Police, CRPF have kidnapped 6 Congress MLAs' alleges Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu

CM Sukhu accuses CRPF and Haryana Police of 'kidnapping' Congress MLAs during counting. He reassures that the missing MLAs are in contact with their families and there is no cause for alarm. Key Points

mint

Incurable dog disease Brucella canis infects humans in UK. What is it?

A dog disease called Brucella canis has spread to humans in the UK. This bacterial infection can be transmitted to humans through contact with infected bodily fluids. Key Points

India Today

MakeMyTrip to increase its inventory of homestays for cricket season

In anticipation of a surge in demand for homestay properties, India's MakeMyTrip plans to increase its homestay inventory across multiple cities ahead of the ICC World Cup 2023. Cricket fans are increasingly considering homestays as an accommodation option, according to Parikshit Choudhury, Chief Business Officer of Alternate Accommodation and Customer contact Group at MakeMyTrip. Key Points

Economic Times

What is Norovirus? A contagious infection that is spreading in cruise ships; here are symptoms, treatment

Norovirus is a highly contagious virus causing vomiting and diarrhea. Symptoms last 1-3 days, but severe dehydration can occur, especially in vulnerable individuals. Prevention includes handwashing, avoiding contact with sick people, cooking food thoroughly, and disinfecting surfaces. Stay home if infected. Key Points

Economic Times

27-year-old arrested for duping woman after promising to marry her

A man who promised to marry a woman he met on a matrimonial site and cheated her of over ?51,000 has been arrested in Mumbai. Police have allegedly found contact details of 11 other women on his phone, and suspect he cheated or planned to cheat them as well. Investigation revealed he is already married and had a habit of cheating, forcing him to leave jobs after only a few days. He never met the prospective brides and only chatted with them over the phone. | Mumbai news Key Points

Hindustan Times

India will assist Canada extortion probe, need formal request: Envoy

The police in Edmonton believe that these crimes are being orchestrated from India. However, Canada has yet to contact Indian authorities in this regard. | World News Key Points

Hindustan Times

ISRO chief S Somanath unfazed by Moon mission's apparent end

Despite the hopes of reestablishing contact with India's Moon rover, the country's space agency is satisfied with the mission's success. The rover, named Pragyan, explored the Moon's surface before being powered down for the lunar night. The Indian Space Research Agency had hoped to reactivate the rover, but so far, no signals have been received. India's space program has been steadily growing and has achieved milestones at a fraction of the cost of other space powers. Key Points

Economic Times

Finance Ministry employee arrested for passing on official secrets to contact

Contractual employee of Finance Ministry arrested for leaking confidential data. Case registered against Ghaziabad resident for passing on official secrets for money. Key Points

mint

4 Delhi flights diverted to Jaipur due to bad weather: Officials

Flight operations at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport were also affected on Saturday due to rain and inclement weather. The airport authorities have advised the people to contact the airlines for getting updated flight information. Due to bad weather, flight operations are impacted at Delhi Airport. It is advisable to contact the airlines concerned for updated flight information, the Delhi Airport said in a statement on Saturday. Key Points

Economic Times