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World Diabetes Day 2025: Decoding Type 2 Diabetes Beyond Lifestyle Myths
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World Diabetes Day 2025: Decoding Type 2 Diabetes Beyond Lifestyle Myths

{By Dr Saptarshi Bhattacharya} Type 2 diabetes has long been framed as a lifestyle disease a condition born from poor eating habits, weight gain, sedentary routines, and stress. While these factors play a powerful role, reducing diabetes to lifestyle alone oversimplifies a complex, multi-layered condition. The truth is far more nuanced: Type 2 diabetes develops at the intersection of genetics, environment, metabolism, socioeconomic conditions, and modern living. Understanding this interplay is essential for any meaningful public health strategy. ALSO READ: World Diabetes Day 2025: Hidden Stress Epidemic Fueling Early-Onset Diabetes Among Millennials And Gen Z Why Type 2 Diabetes Is Far More Than A Lifestyle Disorder India today is home to over 100 million people with diabetes and another 136 million with prediabetes. Yet many of these individuals do not fit the stereotypical profile. Thin, young professionals are showing signs of insulin resistance; children are being diagnosed with fatty liver; women with PCOS or thyroid issues face early metabolic disruption; and individuals who appear outwardly fit are developing the condition due to hidden visceral fat. The narrative that diabetes is purely the outcome of “personal choices” is no longer scientifically accurate and, more importantly, it is harmful. Genetics forms the quiet but potent backbone of vulnerability. South Asians have a unique genetic makeup that makes them more prone to insulin resistance, even at lower body weights. The “thrifty gene” hypothesis suggests that populations historically exposed to food scarcity evolved to store energy efficiently. In today’s calorie-rich environment, this genetic advantage turns into a metabolic liability. But genes alone do not determine destiny; they interact with lifestyle triggers that shape the final outcome. Urban lifestyles create the perfect storm. Highly refined diets packed with white rice, wheat, oils, sugar, and ultra-processed snacks lead to rapid glucose spikes. Long commuting hours, desk-bound jobs, irregular sleep, and chronic stress worsen insulin resistance. Even air pollution, increasingly recognised as an endocrine disruptor, contributes to metabolic inflammation. The cumulative effect is an overwhelmed system where normal insulin action begins to wane. Yet, there is an overlooked dimension in this conversation social determinants of health.  The Hidden Links: Genetics, Urban Living, And Social Inequity Access to nutritious food is deeply unequal. Many urban families rely heavily on packaged and restaurant foods due to time constraints or lack of affordable alternatives. Physical activity is a privilege in cities that offer little safe public space. High stress workplaces, erratic work hours, and lack of mental health support further elevate risk. For women, caregiving burdens, hormonal fluctuations, and limited prioritisation of their health predispose to metabolic disorders even earlier. These structural realities are as critical as individual behaviour, yet seldom acknowledged. Early Warning Signs And The Silent Progression Of Diabetes Another blind spot is the delayed diagnosis pattern. Diabetes does not begin when fasting plasma glucose rises above 126 mg/dL or when HbA1c crosses 6.5%. The body often fights insulin resistance for 8–10 years before these numbers turn abnormal. During this “silent phase”, fasting insulin rises, fat deposits around abdominal organs, fatty liver develops, and chronic inflammation simmers. Many people in their twenties and thirties walk around with normal glucose levels but significant metabolic dysfunction brewing beneath. Expanding our screening parameters to include lipid profile, liver function tests, CRP, waist circumference, and waist-to-height ratio can help identify high-risk individuals earlier. The solution, therefore, must be equally multi-dimensional. Public health communication should evolve from guilt-driven messaging to empowerment-driven guidance. Improving food environments from clear labelling to limiting trans-fats and regulating ultra-processed foods will have broader impact than advising individuals to “eat healthy”. Cities must prioritise walkability, safe cycling lanes, and accessible parks. Workplaces should recognise the metabolic cost of chronic stress and adopt wellness policies that are more than just token initiatives. At the individual level, small but consistent changes create powerful shifts: prioritising protein and fibre, reducing refined carbohydrates, lifting weights to build muscle (the body’s main glucose sink), walking after meals, managing stress, and improving sleep quality. These interventions not only regulate glucose but also strengthen the body’s insulin response. Ultimately, the conversation about type 2 diabetes must move beyond blame and narrow thinking. It is not a disease of poor discipline; it is a mirror reflecting our biological inheritance, our changing lifestyles, our urban ecosystems, and our social inequities. By acknowledging this complexity, we can design a future where prevention is realistic, diagnosis is earlier, and living with diabetes is not a lifelong struggle but a manageable condition. If India is to bend the curve of its diabetes epidemic, we must decode the condition in its full depth - lifestyle, genetics, environment, and everything in between and act on all fronts, not just one. The author, Dr Saptarshi Bhattacharya, is a Senior Consultant, Endocrinology, at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals. [Disclaimer: The information provided in the article is shared by experts and is intended for general informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.]

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Axial Seamount may erupt by 2026: Uncovering the hidden dangers of Oregon’s most active underwater volcano
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Axial Seamount may erupt by 2026: Uncovering the hidden dangers of Oregon’s most active underwater volcano

Oregon's Axial Seamount, a highly active underwater volcano, is closely monitored for potential eruptions by mid-to-late 2026. Scientists track seafloor inflation and seismic activity, noting that eruptions follow periods of magma accumulation and stress. While predictions are based on historical patterns, new physics-based models are being tested to improve forecasting accuracy.

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Hiring momentum: India Inc steps up recruitment in 2025; big firms drive gains as demand picks up
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Hiring momentum: India Inc steps up recruitment in 2025; big firms drive gains as demand picks up

India's private sector hiring saw a marginal improvement in the first 10 months of 2025, driven by stronger demand and business sentiment. Large enterprises like Vedanta and RPG reported significant hiring growth, with employment indices rising in both manufacturing and services sectors. Economists anticipate continued momentum due to tax cuts and healthy consumption.

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Children’s Day 2025 Special: How Genetic Testing In Childhood Can Shape A Healthier Future
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Children’s Day 2025 Special: How Genetic Testing In Childhood Can Shape A Healthier Future

{By: Dr. Sajeev Nair}  Genetic testing is finally coming of age, but mainly for adults as of now. Did you know that it is equally, if not more effective, in children? If you need a simple proof, know that almost every newborn in the US undergoes a mandatory genetic test as soon as they arrive. What exactly are the exclusive benefits from genetic testing in children? There are too many to enumerate, but I will describe the Top-5, plus a stunning bonus point if your child undergoes a genetic test and the resultant lifestyle modifications.  ALSO READ: Children's Day 2025: Screen Time And Mental Health — Red Flags Parents Shouldn’t Ignore 1) Prevent Lifestyle Diseases Which parents wouldn’t desire to spare their child from lifestyle diseases like diabetes, hypertension, obesity, cardiovascular diseases etc? That is why most parents keep a watch on what their kids eat, how much they sleep and how much they play. While such concern is good, it is rarely enough to prevent such diseases. For that you need a genetic test to detect genetic risks for any among hundreds of such diseases, and adopt personalised lifestyle modifications based on it. 2) Enhance Cognitive Performance Next to physical health, parents are most concerned about whether their kids have the sufficient cognitive skills for understanding, learning and memorising the increasingly tough academics. Most often they resort to  heavily advertised memory supplements, but with little or no effect. Only a genomic lifestyle management solution can truly find out your child’s genetic traits governing cognition, and suggest personalised 360-degree lifestyle changes to ensure peak performance in academics. 3) Optimise Performance And Safety In Sports Most parents and even sports coaches assume that if a child naturally excels in a specific sport or fitness routine, his or her entire physiology is built for it. But studies show that genetic variants that facilitate intense activities like football, athletics or body building may coexist with genetic variants that elevate cardiac risks during such activities. Only a genomic lifestyle management solution like Eplimo can detect all such genetic variants in your child and suggest an optimised sports & fitness plan. 4) Build Emotional Intelligence And Better Behaviour The advent of AI in the workplace is highlighting the role of emotional intelligence in career success. While knowledge can be delegated to AI, coping skills for the emerging challenges cannot be delegated ever. Hence, children with risks for developing issues like Anxiety, Depression, Attention Deficit / Hyperactive Syndrome (ADHD), Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome (CDS) etc are at a huge disadvantage. A genetic test can detect and help ward off such risks. 5) Extend Longevity The influx of processed foods in this generation and the rewards accorded to sedentary behaviours in the modern workplace are inviting a most unfortunate development - retired parents sometimes outliving their working age sons and daughters. Risks for developing killer lifestyle diseases can be detected years or decades before they develop, via a genetic test, so that personalised preventive lifestyles can be adopted that can ward off such risks and thus extend lifespan and healthspan. Now to the most stunning advantage of undergoing a genetic test in childhood itself. Personalised lifestyle modifications identified and prescribed by Eplimo are epigenetic in nature, which means that these not only change the expression of risky variants without changing the underlying DNA, but also that these changes in expression are heritable to their future offsprings. This is the big advantage of adopting a genomic lifestyle management solution in childhood or teenage itself, long before their offsprings are even planned for. In other words, it can eliminate diseases that have been running in families across generations - either obviously or silently - from getting transmitted genetically to future generations, thus building a healthier future for all. The author, Dr. Sajeev Nair, is the Chief Curator of World Biohack Summit Dubai, and the Founder and Chairman of Bengaluru-based health-tech startup, Vieroots.  [Disclaimer: The information provided in the article is shared by experts and is intended for general informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.]

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Missed the Little Pepe Rally? LivLive ($LIVE) Could Be the Best Crypto to Buy in November 2025 for High Returns
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Missed the Little Pepe Rally? LivLive ($LIVE) Could Be the Best Crypto to Buy in November 2025 for High Returns

What if the next 100x story is hiding in plain sight? Investors have seen this pattern before  -  a token launches quietly, gains traction through genuine innovation, and then takes off while the market scrambles to catch up. The missed Bitcoin ICO. The missed Solana run. The missed early-stage Ethereum entry. History might be repeating itself, and this time, the project drawing that same kind of early buzz is LivLive ($LIVE). Elsewhere, meme-inspired projects like Little Pepe are building social momentum, and utility-driven coins continue to compete for investor attention. Yet, one project is bringing real-world value back to the center of blockchain discussion. This article covers the developments and updates surrounding LivLive ($LIVE) and Little Pepe ($LILPEPE) - two names representing very different directions in the crypto world. LivLive ($LIVE): Action-Based Utility With Real Rewards Among the Top crypto presale contenders, LivLive ($LIVE) is emerging as a true standout for blending physical experiences with blockchain-based incentives. It’s not about passively holding tokens or staking in silence. Built on Ethereum with a capped supply of 5 billion tokens, LivLive targets a $0.20 listing price. Currently, in its presale phase at $0.02, the project has already raised over $2 million. This early-stage traction reflects strong investor conviction, particularly as unsold tokens are set to be burned and liquidity locked post-launch. Such deflationary measures help reinforce price stability and long-term credibility. Consider this simple investment scenario: a $5,000 position taken during the presale using the BOOST200 bonus code secures approximately 750,000 $LIVE tokens. If LivLive reaches its expected $0.20 listing price, that same stake would be worth $150,000. Should $LIVE hit $1, an increasingly discussed milestone given its utility and community momentum, the initial investment could expand to $750,000 - a level of ROI rarely seen outside early Bitcoin or Solana phases. This action-based model transforms engagement into currency. Users contribute to the network through effort, not speculation, creating a token economy built on proof of participation. Early presale participants benefit from vesting allocations that encourage longer-term involvement and reward those who support early growth. For anyone searching for the best crypto to buy in November 2025, LivLive brings back the feeling of tangible value that older ICOs once promised but rarely delivered. Augmented Reality (AR) and Wearable Integration: Life Meets Blockchain LivLive’s technology bridges reality and digital engagement through AR, AI, and wearable integration. The LivLive wristband functions as both an achievement tracker and a personal badge of progress. It monitors fitness, proximity, and AR quests, unlocking $LIVE rewards for verified activity. The platform’s upcoming AR glasses will elevate this concept further - enabling users to interact hands-free with live missions and real-world digital overlays. This unique setup turns participation into entertainment and lifestyle into income. It’s this intersection of gaming, movement, and blockchain that makes LivLive one of the best cryptos for high ROIs going into 2026. Investors are seeing echoes of early success stories like Axie Infinity but with a stronger foundation in real-world application. Little Pepe: The Meme Revival With a Creative Twist Little Pepe ($LILPEPE) has become a cultural centerpiece in the meme coin community. Built on a Layer-2 chain, it offers lower gas fees and improved transaction throughput compared to traditional meme coins. The project is backed by an energetic community and features its own “Meme Launchpad,” enabling creators to release and promote new meme-based tokens. Its success proves that community and humor still have a powerful role in crypto markets. However, while Little Pepe’s social engagement is impressive, it lacks the tangible integration that makes LivLive stand apart. Meme tokens thrive on collective excitement, but LivLive transforms real-world participation into value through verifiable engagement and physical interaction. For investors evaluating the next big crypto with authentic earning mechanics, LivLive offers the kind of use-case-driven momentum that meme coins can’t sustain long term. Conclusion: The New Era of Interactive Crypto Little Pepe continues to build its meme-driven movement and cultivate online culture. It has earned its place among creative, community-led coins. Yet, LivLive offers a completely different kind of opportunity - one anchored in technology, credibility, and tangible user value. With a live presale price of $0.02, a listing target of $0.20, and over $2 million raised, LivLive is shaping up to be the best crypto to buy in November 2025. It’s more than a token - it’s an entry into an ecosystem where real life becomes the ultimate game, and early investors hold the advantage. Missing it could feel like missing Bitcoin all over again. Disclaimer: This is a sponsored article. ABP Network Pvt. Ltd. and/or ABP Live do not endorse/subscribe to its contents and/or views expressed herein. Crypto products and NFTs are unregulated and can be highly risky. There may be no regulatory recourse for any loss from such transactions. Cryptocurrency is not a legal tender and is subject to market risks. Readers are advised to seek expert advice and read offer document(s) along with related important literature on the subject carefully before making any kind of investment whatsoever. Cryptocurrency market predictions are speculative and any investment made shall be at the sole cost and risk of the readers.

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Regulatory shift: India withdraws QCOs on key raw materials; GTRI warns of import-surge risks
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Regulatory shift: India withdraws QCOs on key raw materials; GTRI warns of import-surge risks

India has removed mandatory quality checks on numerous raw materials, including textiles, plastics, and metals, offering immediate relief to manufacturers. This move aims to reduce delays and costs for businesses, especially MSMEs. However, experts urge close monitoring of imports to prevent dumping and protect domestic industries, advocating for alternative measures if needed.

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Markets Rebound After NDA’s Bihar Lead, Sensex Ends Over 84,660, Nifty Tests 26,000
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Markets Rebound After NDA’s Bihar Lead, Sensex Ends Over 84,660, Nifty Tests 26,000

The Indian benchmark indices closed higher due to investor optimism fueled by NDA's clear lead in Bihar elections, as the Sensex gained over 183 points to end trade at 84,662.01 and the Nifty rose more than 30 points to close trade at 25,910.05. In the 30-share BSE Sensex, the top gainers included shares such as Eternal, Bharat Electronics, Trent, Axis Bank and State Bank of India. Meanwhile, the laggards included stocks like HCLTech, Mahindra & Mahindra, L&T, Maruti and Ultra Cement. In the broader 50-share NSE Nifty50, the Nifty Smallcap 100 rose 0.38 per cent. Sectorally, the Nifty IT index declined sharply by 1.03 per cent and the Nifty PSU Bank jumped 1.17 per cent. Previously, during the morning session markets had opened on a weaker note due to weak global market trends as well as jitters ahead of the outcome of Bihar elections got declared. According to traders, continuous foreign fund outflows have dampened the sentiment for investors.  During early trade Sensex declined 303.63 points, to start trade at 84,175.04 and the Nifty depreciated by 82.65 points to open at 25,796.50. Market Reaction Expected to Be Short-Lived VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Investments Ltd, said the market’s immediate focus will be on the Bihar election outcome. However, he noted that any response to the results—regardless of the verdict—is likely to be short-lived. According to him, the medium- and long-term trajectory of the market will continue to depend on underlying fundamentals, particularly earnings growth. Vijayakumar highlighted that prospects of strong GDP growth and improving corporate earnings provide reasons for optimism. He added that India’s market underperformance this year is unlikely to persist. He emphasised that despite the significant underperformance of the Nifty so far in 2025, it remains the best-performing index among major global markets over the past five years. The strategist pointed out that a dip in corporate earnings in FY25 and elevated valuations have weighed on sentiment this year. Vijayakumar noted that this market setup is expected to improve going forward, as fundamental drivers begin to strengthen.

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IPO boom: Large IPOs hit 17x subscription on strong liquidity; what it means for investors
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IPO boom: Large IPOs hit 17x subscription on strong liquidity; what it means for investors

India's 2025 primary market is witnessing a surge in large IPO subscriptions, a departure from previous cycles. Abundant institutional liquidity and sharper investor selectivity are driving this trend, with IPOs over Rs 5,000 crore averaging 17.7 times subscription. This indicates a maturing investor mindset rewarding scale, profitability, and brand-led growth.

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Chinese retail sales: Slowest growth recorded since August 2024; external instability, domestic pressures & more concerns weigh
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Chinese retail sales: Slowest growth recorded since August 2024; external instability, domestic pressures & more concerns weigh

China's consumer spending growth slowed to its weakest pace in over a year in October, with retail sales rising just 2.9%. This highlights ongoing challenges in boosting household confidence amid property market stress and external uncertainties. Factory output also missed expectations, indicating a broader economic slowdown.

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Influencer Dressed As ‘Lalu Yadav’ Walks To BJP HQ With Lantern And Arrow, Sparks Buzz — Watch VIDEO
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Influencer Dressed As ‘Lalu Yadav’ Walks To BJP HQ With Lantern And Arrow, Sparks Buzz — Watch VIDEO

Delhi witnessed an unexpected moment of political theatre when a social media influencer arrived at the BJP headquarters dressed exactly like RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav. Complete with Lalu’s signature attire and style, he made his way to the headquarters while holding an arrow, the symbol of JDU, in one hand and a lantern, the emblem of RJD, in the other. The unusual sight drew immediate attention from onlookers and quickly went viral on social media platforms. The influencer, Ratan Ranjan, who hails from Vaishali in Bihar, said he wanted to express his political views in a creative, symbolic manner, one that would resonate with people online and offline alike. ALSO READ: 'Maha' Setback For Mahagathbandhan As Tejashwi Yadav Trails In Raghopur Influencer Creates A Political Moment In the Heart Of Delhi #WATCH | #BiharElection2025 | Delhi: A social media influencer, Ratan Ranjan, dresses up as RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and carries an Arrow (JDU symbol) and Lantern (RJD symbol) to the BJP HQ. He says, "...I belong to Vaishali in Bihar. We have seen the era when there was… pic.twitter.com/ppLH7FD0mm — ANI (@ANI) November 14, 2025 Speaking to the media, Ranjan reflected on Bihar’s shifting political landscape and the transformation he has personally witnessed over the years. He said, "...I belong to Vaishali in Bihar. We have seen the era when there was 'Lalten Sarkar' there. The development that has taken place there - there is a vast difference between then and now..." He also mentioned that voters in the state have increasingly aligned with promises of progress, and he wanted to highlight the public sentiment through his satirical, attention-grabbing act. Criticism Of Mahagathbandhan And Praise For ‘Development Politics’ Ratan Ranjan didn’t shy away from expressing his ideological stance. Continuing his statement, he said, "...People of Bihar have voted for development...Mahagathbandhan's ideology is anti-Sanatana. So, our ideology doesn't align with them..." His remarks fueled a fresh round of online debate, with many users sharing, commenting, and discussing the symbolic meaning behind his lantern-and-arrow act. The video of his visit to the BJP HQ continues to trend on multiple platforms, especially as Bihar’s political atmosphere heats up.

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