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Illuminating the brain: Researchers from JMI and NIH, USA jointly develops optogenetic tool for neurological disorders Researchers at the Multidisciplinary Centre for Advanced Research and Studies (MCARS), Jamia Millia Islamia(JMI), in collaboration with the National Institutes of Health (NIH), USA have developed an optogenetic reporter to study molecular trafficking in neurons. The tool was developed by the lead author of the study, Dr. Tanveer Ahmad who did his postdoctoral training at NIH, before joining MCARS, JMI as Assistant Professor. Leveraging the potential of phototropic receptors known as Light-oxygen- voltage sensing domains derived from the plant Avena sativa (used to derive…

Watch: Media sensationalising Shaheen Bagh anti-encroachment drive, says ex-Okhla Cong MLA Asif Media is sensationalising Shaheen Bagh anti-encroachment drive, according to former Okhla Congress MLA Asif Md Khan. https://youtu.be/4eUwZJ502hM He said he is not against anti-encroachment drive but the way media is raising the issue. “Today a journalist came to interview me and she tried to provoke me by making senseless claims, which is shameless as it is only media which can do justice by highlighting the issue in the right way,” he said. Since reports surfaced days ago in the media about the SDMC’s plan to start anti-encroachment drive…

Shaheen Bagh diary: Major developments in locality on Thursday After the news surfaced on Wednesday that the SDMC’s anti-encroachment drives will take place in Shaheen Bagh all eyes were on Thursday with residents talking about media reports. https://youtu.be/X-GwaK4BTN8 The media started coming to Okhla early morning to cover the demolition with some even giving colourful headlines. An auto driver said media vans started coming at 9 pm most probably to cover the development. Some reporters were seen outside the shops pointing out to the new look with owners preferring to shift their items from roads to stay safe and not…

From October 1, residents to get electricity subsidy only if opted in Delhi: Kejriwal Delhiites will continue getting free electricity but those consumers who wish to opt out from the subsidy can do so from October 1. “We get appreciation for Delhi Government’s free electricity scheme from all sections of the society. But, over the years, people have suggested that instead of providing subsidies to financially strong households, the money be used for schools & hospitals. Taking their demand into consideration, all consumers will be given a choice to opt-out from the subsidy or continue getting free electricity from October…

Media comes to Shaheen Bagh early morning on Thursday after reports surfaced in the media on Wednesday that anti-encroachment drive will take place in the locality today. TV reporters were seen standing outside closed shops and recording stories with camerapersons. Since words spread shopkeepers have removed their items from the road, said a resident. When will the anti-encroachment drive start in Shaheen Bagh is not known.

Eid festivities return after 2 years, huge crowd at Kalindi Kunj on day 2 With no curbs, Eid 2022 festivities have returned in India, including Okhla, after two years hiatus. On day 2 of the festival, a large number of people were seen lining outside Kalindi Kunj park to enjoy some quality time with family members in the open. On Eid day on May 3 the festival was celebrated with great religious fervour and gaiety with people visiting local mosques in the morning to offer Eid prayer. Special arrangement for women was made at Jamaat mosque in Abul Fazal Enclave.…

The Kejriwal government launched the “Free Bus Travel Pass” initiative on Wednesday as a Labor Day present to all construction employees in the national capital. The proposed programme will assist construction employees in reducing their costs associated with work-related travel within the city, it said. This is in addition to the Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board’s 14 existing welfare programmes for construction workers. “Our construction workers are builders of the nation and play a crucial part in the country’s economic prosperity,” Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia said while launching the scheme and handing over the passes to…

Bulldozers to run in Shaheen Bagh, Okhla soon The first phase of the demolition drive by the South Delhi Municipal Corporation (SDMC) began on Wednesday. The first phase of the anti-encroachment drive will cover from May 4 to 13. Encroachment from roads, illegal constructions will be demolished and letters have been written to south and south east DCPs. The demolition drive will cover several parts of South Delhi, including Shaheen Bagh, Okhla and other areas. SDMC Mayor Mukesh Suryan said during the anti-encroachment drives, the deployment of the police force is necessary for maintaining the law and order situation in…

Rain brings relief from heatwave It was a pleasant surprise for the residents of Okhla as in the evening it received showers providing much-needed relief to them with temperature going down. When they woke up the weather was clear but as the day passed clouds gathered and at 5 pm it rained. The rain brought the much talked about relief to the residents who for the last many days have been battling scorching heat. It would be interesting to see whether the weather will remain like this on Thursday. Delhi and North India had experienced the worst heatwave conditions in…

11-point guidelines for Eid-Ul-Fitr 2022 Guidelines for Eid-Ul-Fitr 2022 have been issued by a Muslim body, IMPAR, ahead of the festival to be celebrated on Tuesday. Avoid offering Namaaz on roads. By occupying public spaces we are violating passengers’ rights and causing inconvenience to others. If the number of people is large, having multiple Jamaats is a better alternative. Parking should be done in reserve areas or on the road but in a way that it does not cause any inconvenience. Masjids and Eidgah can have groups of volunteers for parking management. If the distance is short, it is preferable…