Europe

West Nile, a viral disease that is generally carried out by mosquitos during mild temperatures. However, the infection is spread mostly through the mosquito bites that are already infected and leads to neurological disease. The virus originated in Africa spreading to Europe, Asia, and North America. According to WHO, there is no vaccine available for humans but the virus is similar to dengue, Zika, and yellow fever viruses.

Telecommunication company Reliance Jio on May 17 announced that it will be building the largest submarine cable network to cater to the growing data consumption demand. The company has partnered up with a submarine cable supplier, SubCom, to construct two subsea cables with India at the center. The two cable systems, named the India-Asia-Xpress and the India-Europe-Xpress, will connect India to Singapore and Europe respectively to enhance… read-more

A London-based woman named Flora Blathwayt has established an innovative business of making trendy cards out of discarded plastic. Under her 'Washed up Card' initiative, Flora collects bits of plastic from the beaches around the UK to make cards for different occasions. Interestingly, the 34-year-old also writes the places' name, from where the piece was retrieved, behind every card. Founded during the pandemic, the business has five-star… read-more

A study by Indian scientists has revealed that deficiency of Alpha-anti-trypsin (AAT) protein might be a major factor in the rapid spreading of the COVID-19 strains. The researchers from West Bengal's NIBMG suggested that AAT deficiency is much prevalent in Europe and America, resulting in people to contract the virus rapidly. However, further experiments are underway to ensure AAT's capabilities to prevent COVID-19.

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal has been planning to revamp 500 Km of 100-feet-wide roads by that of European cities. CM Kejriwal has set 2023 as the deadline to improve the congestion on the roads. The project eyes at efficient utilization of road space including 10-feet footpaths, organized lanes, greenery, slopes to prevent waterlogging and drainage-cum-rainwater harvesting system. Moreover, the CM has asked PWD consultant to submit reports by… read-more