Ichnos Glenmark Innovation (IGI) announced a 75% response rate for its experimental cancer drug ISB 2001 in a Phase 1 clinical trial for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma. The drug showed good safety results, with no dose-limiting side effects. Full results will be shared at the American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting in December 2024.
Three labourers lost their lives after a bridge under construction for the bullet train project collapsed in Anand, Gujarat. The fire department managed to rescue two workers, but one died later in the hospital. An investigation is underway to figure out what caused the collapse. The bridge is part of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train Project, designed to connect the two cities with high-speed rail.
Andhra Pradesh’s capital city, Amaravati, is adopting the Netherlands' gravity canal system for flood control. The initiative, announced by the Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA), aims to prevent flooding by constructing gravity canal reservoirs. This project is part of a larger infrastructure upgrade, with the World Bank contributing Rs 15,000 crore, contingent on effective flood prevention measures. The CRDA is also inviting fresh tenders for various development projects.
NASA has issued a warning about asteroid 2024 UT7, which is 190 feet wide and will pass dangerously close to Earth today. Traveling at speeds of nearly 30,000 km/h, the asteroid will come within 1 million kilometers of Earth. Although it's not considered a "potentially hazardous asteroid," its close distance and high speed make it a priority for observation. NASA tracks such objects through its NEO Observations Program to monitor any potential risks.
The Andhra Pradesh Assembly will share the complete budget for FY25 on November 11. This comes after two temporary budgets for the current year. The new budget could be over ₹3 lakh crore and will focus on important welfare programs promised by the NDA government.
Bringing back extinct species comes with big challenges. Groups like Revive & Restore work on using advanced science to rescue these species. Although they’ve had some wins, like bringing back the Xerces butterfly, recreating ancient species is still mostly a theory.
A tragic electrocution accident in Tadiparru village, Andhra Pradesh, resulted in four deaths and one person critically injured during a statue unveiling on November 3. Workers accidentally touched a live wire while preparing for the event. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu shared his sorrow and promised support for the victims' families.
A review by the Madhya Pradesh government into the deaths of 10 elephants at Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve resulted in the suspension of two wildlife officials. The Field Director did not return from leave and ignored his responsibilities, while the Deputy Forest Divisional Officer handed off his duties during the crisis. The government plans to introduce new measures, including creating an elephant task force and installing solar-powered electric fencing to prevent future incidents.
Salesforce is growing its Public Sector team in India to help government agencies go digital. The goal is to improve how citizens interact with these agencies through its GovCloud solution, analytics, and customer relationship tools. Salesforce wants to bring together citizen data, make services smoother, and use its knowledge in digital lending tailored for India.
A 3.4 magnitude tremor hit Kutch district in Gujarat early Sunday morning. The Institute of Seismological Research reported no injuries or damage. The tremor struck at 3:58 AM, 53 km north-northeast of Lakhpat. Gujarat has seen significant earthquakes before, including a major 6.9 magnitude quake in 2001.