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HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE

Why the demand for flawless fruit and vegetables is complicating sustainable farming in the UK

A University of Warwick study has identified consumer expectations for blemish-free fruit and vegetables, limited access to independent advice and inadequate horticulture training as barriers to the adoption of integrated pest management across the UK fresh-produce industry.

Candida auris develops new way to survive antifungal treatment, study finds

Researchers from the University of Exeter and City St George’s, University of London, discovered that the drug-resistant fungus can create multiple copies of its genome, potentially helping it evolve resistance and survive treatment.

Over 3,100 health department posts vacant in Kashmir Valley

The J&K government told the Assembly that 3,190 posts are vacant in the Kashmir Valley, including 2,744 paramedic positions, as authorities focus on strengthening existing facilities and rationalising available manpower.

Karnataka fake medicines case: Authorities warn consumers over suspicious labels and QR codes

The advisory follows a Bidadi raid that uncovered suspected repackaging, with seized products sent for laboratory testing and investigators tracing alleged distribution networks across six states.

Police complaint filed against WB Medical Council officials over alleged fake doctor registrations

The complaint raises questions over credential verification, registrations linked to the Swasthya Sathi scheme, and alleged lapses in scrutinizing medical qualifications submitted from outside the state.

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Worms in idli, insects in chhole: Jamia hostel students protest food quality

Alleged worms, insects, glass shards and undercooked food prompt J&K Girls’ Hostel students to demand action against mess contractor and stricter hygiene measures.

Karnataka fake pharma racket: SIT raids 10 locations across six states

The searches targeted suspected manufacturing, repackaging and supply facilities, as investigators traced the interstate network and examined alleged foreign sources of counterfeit pharmaceutical labels.