Children under the age of five with severe malnourishment could be at significant risk of developing antimicrobial resistant bacteria, according to an alarming study.

Globally, 45 million children under the age of five are estimated to be severely malnourished. These children are also at a higher risk of developing life-threatening infections such as tuberculosis or sepsis due to their weakened immune systems.

The new study led by researchers at the Ineos Oxford Institute for antimicrobial research (IOI) has found that antimicrobial-resistant bacteria are spreading rapidly among children being treated for severe malnutrition in a hospital facility in Niger.

The findings, published in the journal Nature Communications, showed that 76 per cent of children carried bacteria with extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) genes, which can break down many commonly used antibiotics.

Headline inflation in India is expected to stay below the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) 4 per cent target over the next two quarters, supported by a favourable base effect and muted food prices, a new report said on Saturday.

The data compiled by CareEdge Ratings said the recent moderation in inflation has been largely driven by easing food prices, with CPI inflation falling to 2.1 per cent in June 2025 -- the lowest level since January 2019.

The report noted that while inflation is likely to remain low in the near term, it could start rising from the third quarter and cross the 4 per cent mark in the last quarter of the current financial year as the base effect fades.

Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University, Fatehgarh Sahib, proudly announces the appointment of two highly accomplished academicians to pivotal leadership roles, marking a significant step forward in the advancement of healthcare education and research. Dr. Pankajpreet Singh, BPT, MPT (Neurology), Ph.D., has been appointed as the Dean, Faculty of Medical Sciences. With a distinguished academic and clinical background in neurological physiotherapy, Dr. Singh has consistently demonstrated excellence in education, research, and administration. His leadership is a valuable asset to the university's continued growth in the Field of Medical Sciences. Dr. Supreet Bindra, BPT, MPT (Musculoskeletal), Ph.D., has been appointed as the Head, Department of Physiotherapy. She is a dedicated Academician, Clinician, and a Researcher with deep expertise in Physiotherapy.

The smartphone revenues worldwide grew 10 per cent (year-on-year) in the April-June quarter (Q2 2025) to exceed $100 billion (more than Rs 8.7 lakh crore) -- the highest level in a second calendar quarter to date, according to a new report.

In contrast, global shipments saw a meagre 3 per cent (on-year) rise during the quarter, according to Counterpoint Research’s latest Market Monitor service.

Meanwhile, the global average selling price (ASP) also hit a second-quarter peak, rising 7 per cent YoY in Q2 to approach $350.

Indian space startups have received $430 million in investment till March this year, said Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh, in the Parliament, citing the success of opening up the space industry to the private sector.

In a written reply in Rajya Sabha, Singh shared how private sector industries are participating in the space sector.

“The government has implemented the space sector reforms and the private sector is being encouraged to take up not only commercial but also scientific development activities,” Singh said.

“Till March 2025, cumulatively, a total of $430 million investment has happened in Indian Space startups,” he added.

To promote the participation of private entities in the space sector, the government had in June 2020 established the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) as an autonomous agency under the Department of Space (DoS) in India.

The makers of “Court Kacheri” on Saturday unveiled the trailer of the upcoming show, which veteran actor Pavan Malhotra described as “emotional, real, and deeply relatable.”

Veteran actor Pavan Malhotra, who plays advocate Harish Mathur, shared, “Playing Harish was more than a role, it was a reflection.”

“This show dives into the silent battles between generations, the weight of legacy, and the quiet rebellion of choosing your own path. It’s emotional, real, and deeply relatable,” said the actor.

The show is by the creators at TVF and directed by Ruchir Arun. Court Kacheri isn’t just another legal drama, it’s courtroom chaos with a whole lot of heart.

With a stellar cast including Pavan Malhotra and Ashish Verma in the lead, along with Puneet Batra, Priyasha Bharadwaj, Bhushan Vikas, Kiran Khoje, Sumali Khaniwale, and Anandeshwar Dwivedi, Court Kacheri delivers a courtroom experience that’s anything but conventional.

The weather office has issued a red alert for West Bengal's Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar till Sunday.

According to the Regional Meteorological Centre in Kolkata's Alipore, "Heavy rain is likely in Jalpaiguri and Alipurduar districts on Saturday and Sunday, and a red alert has been issued."

"Orange alerts for rain are in effect in North Bengal districts like Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and Cooch Behar till Monday. Heavy rain will continue in Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, and Kalimpong districts from Tuesday to Friday," it said.

The cyclonic circulation over Gangetic West Bengal, which had brought heavy rain to South Bengal districts for the last few days, has moved away, providing respite from incessant rain on Saturday.

The weather office has forecast isolated thunderstorms in South Bengal districts and Kolkata.

Addressing the annual Legal Conclave titled 'Constitutional Challenges – Perspectives & Pathways', Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday, launched a fierce attack on the Election Commission of India (ECI) accusing it of enabling electoral fraud. He said the grand old party has “conclusive evidence” of this fraud by the poll panel and he claimed that the institution has “disappeared” and no longer functions independently.

In his speech before over 1,500 delegates, including senior Congress leaders and legal professionals, LoP Gandhi stated that the Congress party has obtained “conclusive evidence” of voter list manipulation and large-scale electoral malpractice.

“My allies would say to me, 'yes, we can see that cheating has happened. But we don’t have proof.' And now, I say with absolutely no doubt that we have proof,” he declared.

Randeep Hooda shared a heartfelt note for his beloved horse Ranji, who passed away this week at the age of 23. The actor-filmmaker said that the horse took him flying over many obstacles and won him many medals.

He first wrote the lines of the song "Seasons in the Sun", originally written by Jacques Brel and famously covered by Terry Jacks in 1974 in the caption section of his Instagram.

In a heartfelt note, Randeep recounted Ranji’s extraordinary life story. From being rejected by the army for his small size and a failed eye operation, to narrowly escaping a life pulling tangas.