Chinese scientist who published Covid virus sequence allowed back in his lab after sit-in protest
The first scientist to publish a sequence of the Covid virus in China said he was allowed back into his lab after he spent days locked outside, sitting... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaDirectorate General of GST Intelligence to have 1st digital forensic lab in Gujarat
The Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) has established its first digital forensic lab in Ahmedabad, aimed at enhancing the detection of tax evasion and improving recovery efforts with digital evidence. The lab is equipped with advanced data handling and retrieval tools, as well as the latest data analytics technology to prevent and combat complex financial crimes. Four additional labs are planned in New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Chennai, with labs in Delhi and Chennai expected to commence operations before March. Key Points
Economic TimesBiden's ex-aide agrees Wuhan lab leak as cause behind COVID-19 pandemic
COVID-19's origins: Former Biden advisor Dr. Raj Panjabi acknowledges the plausibility of a lab leak in Wuhan. Key Points
Hindustan TimesBiden's ex-aide asserts 'plausible' lab leak of Covid-19 to Wuhan
COVID-19's origins: Former Biden advisor Dr. Raj Panjabi acknowledges the plausibility of a lab leak in Wuhan. Key Points
Hindustan TimesIllegal medical lab found in California with dead mice and infectious agents
Illegal medical lab found in California warehouse with hundreds of dead mice and infectious agents, including COVID-19. Criminal investigation ongoing. | World News Key Points
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Biden administration halts Wuhan Institute of Virology’s access to federal funding over Covid stonewalling: Report
The Biden administration has suspended the Wuhan Institute of Virology's access to federal funding due to its failure to provide safety and security documents. The Department of Health and Human Services has also indicated that it is seeking to permanently cut off funding to the lab. Key Points
mintDivis lab Share Price Live blog for 20 Jun 2023
Divis lab stock price went up today, 20 Jun 2023, by 0.22 %. The stock closed at 3583.6 per share. The stock is currently trading at 3591.45 per share. Investors should monitor Divis lab stock price closely in the coming days and weeks to see how it reacts to the news. Key Points
MintDivis lab Share Price Live blog for 03 Jul 2023
Divis lab stock price went down today, 03 Jul 2023, by -0.61 %. The stock closed at 3602.05 per share. The stock is currently trading at 3580 per share. Investors should monitor Divis lab stock price closely in the coming days and weeks to see how it reacts to the news. Key Points
MintNo evidence COVID-19 created in Chinese lab: U.S. intelligence
The head of U.S. intelligence said on Friday that there was no evidence that the COVID-19 virus was created in the Chinese government’s Wuhan research lab. Key Points
The HinduThe abiding mystery of the SARS CoV-2 origin
The origin of SARS-CoV-2 is a continuing mystery. The quest to solve it will continue as long as the unanswered questions remain. Key Points
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‘Never beating the sorcery allegations’: Taylor Swift shares Instagram video where moment flying plane mat
Swift wowed fans during her Eras Tour in Buenos Aires with the premiere of her live rendition of Labyrinth, creating a magical moment that resonated with the audience. During the performance a plane flew over Argentina's Estadio River Plate, perfectly syncing with the lyrics, I thought the plane was going down, how'd you turn it right around? Never beating the sorcery allegations. Key Points
Economic TimesGerman law on forced labour in global biz supply chains to have little impact on India's trade: GTRI
Germany has banned forced labour and other labour law violations in its supply chains extending within and outside Germany. The law called the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (SCDDA), came into effect on January 1 this year. It applies to firms with more than 3,000 employees. These include German firms and foreign firms doing business with Germany. Key Points
Economic TimesChicken feather plastics, temple flower foam—IIT Kanpur is changing India's startup scene
IIT-Kanpur's Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC) has been leading the innovation race. The centre is connecting entrepreneurs and scientists to funders while providing infrastructural support. Key Points
ThePrintUS House votes unanimously to declassify Covid origins intel, bill sent to Biden
The House of Representatives on Friday unanimously voted to declassify information on possible links between the Wuhan Institute of Virology and the Covid-19 pandemic. President Joe Biden said he is yet to make the decision. Key Points
India TodayApple forms secretive AI lab in Zurich, hiring 36 ex-Google experts to target advanced AI development: Report
Apple has reportedly established a ‘Vision Lab’ in Zurich to focus on advanced AI research, hiring 36 ex-Google experts since 2018. Reportedly, the lab aims to develop AI models for text and visual applications. Key Points
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LK-99 Is Fueling a DIY Superconductivity Race
Experts doubt claims that LK-99 is a room-temperature superconductor set to open up a future of levitating trains and quantum tech. Andrew McCalip wants to see for himself. Key Points
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