Barkha Mathur

The idea that humans use just 10% of their brain has persisted for decades; but, is it true?

As Tamil Nadu heads to polls on April 23, the Assembly election will test Dravidian politics, alliance cohesion, and the enduring impact of welfare-driven governance across regions

A six-year study tracking over 5,000 couples challenges the myth that narcissists inevitably damage relationships, revealing a more complex and nuanced emotional reality

Pollution, heat and inequality may significantly accelerate brain ageing, with a global study showing combined exposures can raise risk sharply and impact long-term cognitive health

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said the West Asia conflict has raised risks to growth and inflation via oil, trade, and supply chains, but government steps on supply chains and exports may limit the imp

Just because a study reports a finding does not mean it applies to you; doctors explain how to interpret research, avoid misleading claims, and make better health decisions

World health day: Sleeping at different times each night may disrupt your body clock and increase heart attack and stroke risk, with new research showing consistency matters as much as sleep duration

A nationwide survey released on World Health Day 2026 shows rising awareness around healthy ageing in India, but only a small percentage are actively adopting lifestyle changes

A major Lancet study highlights persistent global inequalities in childhood cancer survival, with most deaths occurring in poorer countries and India among the worst affected

A single gene therapy injection has shown the ability to restore hearing in patients with a specific genetic mutation, with some beginning to respond to sound within weeks

Even a few minutes of vigorous daily activity such as brisk walking or stair climbing, may significantly lower the risk of chronic diseases and death, highlighting the power of exercise intensity

US and Iran are exploring a 45-day ceasefire through back-channel diplomacy to prevent further escalation in West Asia, stabilise oil markets and ease pressure on global shipping routes

Fact-check Friday: Students often turn to classical music to boost focus, but does it really help? Experts explain how music interacts with the brain, mood, and cognitive capacity during study time

A global study reveals how everyday diet choices, including low intake of whole foods and high sodium consumption, are contributing to millions of heart disease deaths worldwide

A new study finds a blood biomarker, p-tau217, can signal dementia risk up to 25 years early, offering a crucial window for early detection, monitoring, and preventive interventions

Doctors say changing symptom patterns are making viral infections in children harder to detect this season, with mild and unusual signs often going unnoticed until complications develop

A gastroenterologist explains how eating earlier in the evening helps regulate blood sugar, sleep cycles, and metabolism, while late dinners can disrupt hormonal balance and digestion

Researchers say cannabis and tobacco use is linked to reduced brain volume in key regions tied to emotions, memory, and movement, raising concerns about long-term brain health

'Not sick, yet not well' is a grey zone affecting many; doctors decode why subtle symptoms like fatigue, poor sleep, and low energy are often ignored until it's too late

A highly mutated Covid variant, 'Cicada', is now seen in over 20 countries, but experts say there is no need to panic as it has not been linked to more serious disease yet