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Time of India
3 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Early treatment of kid's bone injury prevents complications later: Expert
Patna: Bone injuries, including fractures, are a concern across all age groups, but parents often ignore such injuries in their children, thinking they will heal over the time. However, such injuries may prove problematic later in life. Hence, the need for timely treatment, the role of technology, and effective options for patients who arrive late for treatment, were discussed in a meeting organised by the Paediatric Orthopaedic Society of India (POSI) in a city hotel on Saturday. The two-day meet, inaugurated on Saturday, is being attended by over 150 orthopaedic surgeons from across the country and the abroad. Dr John Mukhopadhyay, who chaired the event, noted that such a conference on a sensitive topic like children's bone injuries, where so many experts share their insights, are rare. Thirteen small group interactive discussions were the highlight of the meeting. Organising secretary of POSI Mid-Year Meeting 2025, Dr Jaswinder Singh, said the healing of bone injuries in children is different from that in adults, and hence the approach to treatment is also not the same. He agreed that several children suffer later in life because of missed treatment, leading to complications like gait problems, which affect the way a person walks due to differences in both legs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Pierce Brosnan's Wife Lost 120 Pounds - This Is Her Now Undo Other issues seen in children, because of bone injury, are non-union or wrong union in bones. "In non-unions, the fractures do not get connected, and in wrong unions, they get wrongly connected. These can be painful or painless," he said, adding these issues do not become apparent immediately after the injury but may start showing visibility after months or years. Experts at the meet stressed on the right way of treatment and the importance of analysing whether the injury needs an operation in children or not. Workshops for doctors were also organised, in which they were trained via bone models. POSI president Dr Alaric Aroojis and secretary Dr Viraj Shinghade played crucial roles in the successful organisation of the conference. International expert Dr Saw Aik from Malaysia also shared special insights on technical aspects. The conference emphasised that treatment for children's bone injuries should begin at an early stage to avoid complications later and ensure that their normal development is not hindered.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Science
- Yahoo
Researchers make astonishing discovery that could reshape $900 million food sector: 'This breakthrough is incredibly important'
Researchers make astonishing discovery that could reshape $900 million food sector: 'This breakthrough is incredibly important' Scientists have made an exciting discovery that could transform your daily breakfast meal. According to for the first time ever, researchers from McGill University have altered oat DNA with great success. By editing oat DNA, scientists have the potential to produce oats that are not only richer in fiber but also more resilient to rising global temperatures. Published in Plant Biotechnology Journal, the study reveals how the scientists used a type of gene-cutting method — which, until now, had never been used on oats. Known as CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology, the process essentially cuts out and alters specific pieces of the oat's genes. Applying this gene-cutting technology to oat production is a game-changer. "Using CRISPR-Cas9, we were able to make very specific genetic changes in oats that would traditionally take years to achieve through conventional breeding," said study leader and plant sciences professor Jaswinder Singh, per "Our method not only speeds up the breeding process but also allows us to avoid introducing foreign DNA into the plants, making them safer and more acceptable to consumers." In Canada, the oat crop plays a significant economic role, with an estimated worth of about $900 million, reported. However, unstable weather along with a short growing season has made the staple crop vulnerable. As the researchers examined different changes in the oats' genetic makeup and the impact of those changes, they were able to identify which genes influenced specific traits. For example, the team was able to discover oat plants with altered flowering times. "This breakthrough is incredibly important for climate adaptation," said Ph.D. student Mehtab Singh, lead author of the paper, per "By developing oats that mature earlier or can handle colder conditions, we're helping farmers in regions with short growing seasons or unpredictable weather patterns grow more reliable and sustainable crops." Strengthening oat as a crop will help protect the global food supply and safeguard communities from climate-driven food shortages. Across the globe, farmers have struggled to yield successful harvests due to extreme weather and rising global temperatures. However, by adapting crops at the genetic level, scientists can help farmers produce healthy harvests. From an environmental standpoint, faster-maturing oats have numerous benefits, according to the researchers. Genetically modifying oats to mature faster reduces the need for conventional speed-up techniques that rely on harsh chemicals. Moving forward, the researchers are excited to explore other genetic traits in oats, including disease resistance and stress tolerance. What single change would make the biggest dent in your personal food waste? Not buying food I don't need Freezing my food before it goes bad Using my leftovers more effectively Composting my food scraps Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for easy tips to save more and waste less, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet. Solve the daily Crossword
Indian Express
09-07-2025
- Indian Express
Illegal immigration to US via ‘dunki route': ED raids 11 locations of travel agents across Punjab, Haryana
Five months after the mass deportation of at least 380 Indians who had taken the illegal 'dunki route' to reach the United States, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday conducted searches across Punjab and Haryana on the premises of visa/travel agents. The raids were conducted at 11 locations as part of the investigation into the alleged money laundering by the agents who allegedly cheated the deportees by charging at least Rs 30-50 lakh per person with a promise to make them reach the US legally. According to the ED, the deportees were largely from Punjab, Haryana, and Gujarat, and had landed at Amritsar airport in multiple flights. The Jalandhar Zonal Office of ED carried out searches in Amritsar, Sangrur, Patiala, Moga, Ambala, Kurushetra, and Karnal, said a source. In Moga, the searches were carried out on the premises of Sukhwinder Singh alias Sukh Gill, the state president of his self-styled farmers' union, Bhartiya Kisan Union (Totewal). He was booked for allegedly duping Jaswinder Singh, 21, of Rs 45 lakh on the pretext of sending him to the US 'legally via flight'. But Jaswinder Singh was sent via dunki route, and later deported. A source from the ED said the investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) was initiated on the basis of 17 cases registered by the police authorities in Punjab and Haryana against the travel agents and middlemen who cheated several individuals aspiring to migrate to the USA. During the investigation, it was found that the agents used to target innocent people and charge them huge amounts, amounting to approximately Rs 45-50 lakh per candidate, on the false promise of sending them abroad through legal channels and flights, said a source. 'However, the agents used to dupe the innocent persons as they were sent through illegal 'dunki' routes by crossing the borders of many countries illegally through dangerous and jungle routes under the influence of Donkers and Mafias,' the source added. 'Further, these agents in collusion with donkers and mafia used to create a threatening situation for the persons and their families that they were forced to pay more and more money. ED recorded the statements of a few deportees and further examination of facts revealed the names of suspects, which are being covered in today's search,' said the source.
India Today
04-07-2025
- India Today
Punjab cop tries to bribe senior to get corruption case quashed, arrested
The Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) of Faridkot women's cell, Rajan Pal, has been arrested for attempting to bribe a senior official to get a corruption complaint filed against him to preliminary information, DSP Rajan Pal was investigating a complaint filed by Kiranjit Kaur, a married woman from Pakka village in Faridkot. During the enquiry, he allegedly demanded and accepted a bribe of Rs 1 lakh from the Kiranjit's family with the promise of resolving the case. However, he reportedly failed to take any action on the matter even after receiving the situation escalated when the woman's brother, Karmatej Singh, submitted a formal complaint to Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Dr Pragya Jain, accusing the DSP of extortion. On learning about the complaint, Rajan Pal attempted to suppress the case by offering the same amount — Rs 1 lakh — as a bribe to the SSP's reader, ASI Jaswinder Singh. ASI Jaswinder Singh promptly reported the bribery attempt to SSP Jain, who immediately ordered an FIR to be lodged. The police then registered a case against DSP Rajan Pal under the Prevention of Corruption Act at the City Police Station and took him into custody.'The Punjab government has made it clear that bribery will not be tolerated under any circumstances, regardless of rank. A case has been registered, and the DSP has been arrested for accepting a bribe from the victim's family and later attempting to bribe the SSP's reader to suppress the complaint against him,' SSP Jain told the action has also been initiated against Rajan Pal in accordance with government directives.- Ends
New Indian Express
04-07-2025
- New Indian Express
Punjab DSP arrested for offering bribe to senior police officer's staff to suppress complaint against him
CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Police has arrested one of its own Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSP) for allegedly attempting to bribe the staff of a senior official in a bid to suppress a complaint filed against him. Sources revealed that DSP Rajan Pal, posted in the Crime Against Women Cell in Faridkot, was booked under the Prevention of Corruption Act after he was caught allegedly offering a bribe of Rs 1 lakh to Assistant Sub-Inspector Jaswinder Singh, reader to the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) of Faridkot, Dr Pragya Jain.
