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Everything you need to know about Assam Medical College: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Man held in Odisha for rape in moving bus

June 18, 2013 at 11:32 AM

Bhubaneswar, June 18 (IANS) A man was arrested in Odisha for raping a woman passenger in a moving bus, police said Tuesday.

Woman's body found in train in Rajasthan

June 17, 2013 at 11:16 PM

Jaipur, June 17 (IANS) The body of a young woman was found stuffed in an unattended box in a train compartment at a railway station in Rajasthan's Bikaner district Monday, police said.

PM Manmohan Singh takes oath as Rajya Sabha member(Update/PM/Rajya Sabha)

June 17, 2013 at 12:12 PM

New Delhi, June 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Monday took oath as a member of Rajya Sabha after being re-elected from Assam.

PM to take oath as Rajya Sabha member today

June 17, 2013 at 10:44 AM

New Delhi, June 17 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh will take oath as a member of Rajya Sabha from Assam for the fifth consecutive term today.

Brooke Mueller quits Betty Ford rehab

June 17, 2013 at 9:00 AM

Los Angeles, June 17 (IANS) Charlie Sheen's ex-wife Broke Mueller has quit the Betty Ford rehab clinic and shifted to another facility in Orange County.

Twelve militants surrender in Imphal

June 16, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Imphal, June 16 (ANI): Twelve militants belonging to the Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF) surrendered before the army on Saturday and were brought to Imphal.

Assam town protests blood bank's HIV 'mistake'

June 15, 2013 at 8:20 PM

Guwahati, June 15 (IANS) Assam's Mangaldai town witnessed massive protests Saturday over the allegation that four people contracted AIDS after undergoing blood transfusion at a government blood bank.

Assam chief Tarun Gogoi calls for probe in HIV infected blood transfusion case

June 15, 2013 at 8:20 PM

Guwahati, June 15 (ANI): Chief Minister of Assam Tarun Gogoi on Saturday said that he has ordered a thorough probe into the allegations leveled against a government-run blood bank.

Northeast coming on Bollywood radar?

June 15, 2013 at 2:20 PM

Guwahati, June 15 (IANS) It's a region that has produced acclaimed directors like Jahnu Barua and Utpal Borpujari, singers like Bhupen Hazarika and actors like Danny Denzongpa and Adil Hussain, but sadly the northeast has never been on Bollywood's radar. Hopefully, this is set to change with the announcement of Kalpana Lajmi's biopic on Hazarika and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film on Olympic boxing bronze medalist from Manipur Mary Kom.

4 soldiers held for molesting girl in Assam

June 14, 2013 at 10:44 PM

Guwahati, June 14 (IANS) Four soldiers of the Indian Army were arrested from the Dibrugarh railway station in Assam for allegedly trying to molest a girl, police said Friday, adding search is on for a fifth who escaped.

Assam blood bank accused of spreading HIV virus

June 14, 2013 at 8:20 PM

Guwahati, June 14 (IANS) A government-run blood bank in Assam was Friday accused of spreading the deadly HIV virus among recipients who got infected after a blood transfusion there. The magnitude of the allegations has led the Assam government to institute a probe.

Northeast youth display keen interest in martial arts

June 14, 2013 at 4:36 PM

Guwahati, June 14 (ANI): The northeast has no dearth of sporting talent, and youth of the region have already proved their mettle in various sports. Now, martial arts have caught the fancy of youth in the region.

How to stop 'killer' hospital superbugs in their tracks

June 14, 2013 at 12:20 PM

Washington, June 14 (ANI): A team of researchers have recommended guidelines that may decrease the infection rate by 71 percent for staph bacteria.

Assam cops seize Meghalaya rebels' arms

June 13, 2013 at 7:49 PM

Guwahati, June 13 (IANS) Three people were arrested Thursday and a cache of arms and ammunition, suspected to be meant for the Meghalaya-based militant outfit Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA), was seized here, Assam Police said.

Cabinet approves India's bid to host U-17 Football World Cup

June 13, 2013 at 3:56 PM

New Delhi, June 13 (ANI): The Union Cabinet today gave its approval to the proposal for submitting guarantees sought by the All India Football Federation (AIFF) from the Government of India for their bid to host the Federation International de Football Association (FIFA) Under 17 World Cup Football Tournament in 2017 in India.

Government clears way for 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup

June 13, 2013 at 2:12 PM

New Delhi, June 13 (IANS) The union cabinet Thursday approved a proposal for submitting guarantees sought by the AIFF from the central government for their bid to host the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

Commonly prescribed drugs may trigger onset and progression of Alzheimer's

June 13, 2013 at 1:49 PM

Washington, June 13 (ANI): Researchers at The Mount Sinai Medical Center have found that multiple drug classes commonly prescribed for common medical conditions are capable of influencing the onset and progression of Alzheimer's disease.

Low birth weight could be factor for age-related sight loss

June 13, 2013 at 11:25 AM

Washington, June 13 (ANI): Researchers have claimed that people who were born with a low birth weight could be likelier to develop age-related vision loss.

Nail growth may hold key to limb regeneration

June 13, 2013 at 11:25 AM

Washington, June 13 (ANI): Researchers have shed light on how an amputated fingertip of mammals can regenerate.

'Spiritual' young people likelier to commit crimes than 'religious' ones

June 13, 2013 at 9:49 AM

Washington, June 13 (ANI): Baylor University researchers have revealed that young adults who deem themselves "spiritual but not religious" are more likely to commit property crimes - and to a lesser extent, violent ones - than those who identify themselves as either "religious and spiritual" or "religious but not spiritual.

Assam groups start 33-hour fast, want Nagaland border settled

June 12, 2013 at 8:44 PM

Guwahati, June 12 (IANS) The situation n the Assam-Nagaland border is still far from normal, and at least three pressure groups of Assam have launched a 33-hour hunger-strike demanding early settlement of the border dispute between the two states.

Six die in Assam as mercury soars to highest in 33 years

June 12, 2013 at 7:00 PM

Guwahati, June 12 (IANS) Sweltering heat has claimed at least six lives in different locations of the state in the last 24 hours, and the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) at Borjhar has forecast no change in weather conditions in the next 48 hours.

Obesity ups risk of preterm delivery

June 12, 2013 at 1:48 PM

Washington, June 12 (ANI): Women who are overweight or obese are more likely to have preterm delivery, according to a new Swedish study.

Medical admissions subject to final verdict: SC

June 11, 2013 at 9:24 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) The Supreme Court Tuesday said that admission to the under-graduate and post-graduate medical courses would be subject to the final outcome of the petitions challenging the Medical Council of India's decision requiring that candidates clear the National Eligibility Entrance Test.

Publicise Assam dam design report, says pressure group

June 10, 2013 at 8:44 PM

Guwahati, June 10 (IANS) Assam's pressure group Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti (KMSS) has asked the central government to make public the Dam Design Review Panel (DDRP) report on the Lower Subansiri hydro-electric project.

Embankment construction to benefit flood-prone village in Assam

June 10, 2013 at 8:04 PM

Jorhat (Assam), June 10 (ANI): Residents of Jengraimukh village in Assam's Jorhat District have welcomed the construction of a river embankment by the local authorities.

Armed force recruitment rally in Manipur

June 10, 2013 at 5:48 PM

Chandel (Manipur), June 10 (ANI): Several youth from Assam's Chandel District took their first physical efficiency test (PET) and physical standard test (PST) at a special recruitment rally for the position of constables in the Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) and the Assam Rifles here recently.

Diabetes drug 'could double' pancreatic cancer risk

June 10, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Washington, June 10 (ANI): Researchers have said that medication known as incretin mimetics could double the risk of developing pancreatic cancer.

Paris Jackson to stay in care home?

June 10, 2013 at 2:52 PM

Los Angeles, June 10 (IANS) Following her attempted suicide last week, late pop legend Michael Jackson's daughter Paris Jackson has reportedly been asked to shift from a psychiatric unit to a children's ward at UCLA Medical Center here.

Two killed and sixteen injured in Odisha clash

June 9, 2013 at 4:18 PM

Jharsuguda (Odisha), June 9 (ANI): Two workers of a coal transport company were killed and 16 others, including six police personnel, injured in a clash at Belpahar in Odisha's Jharsuguda district.

Tea association demands chapter on tea in school syllabi

June 8, 2013 at 9:13 PM

Guwahati, June 8 (IANS) The North East Tea Association (NETA), a leading tea growers association in Assam, has appealed to the state government to include a chapter in the school textbooks on tea and its health benefits.

Gunman shot dead after killing six in shooting spree in California college

June 8, 2013 at 11:05 AM

Washington, June 8 (ANI): At least six people were killed in Santa Monica, California, after a man with an assault-style rifle strode across streets on Friday.

Northeast chief ministers advocate awareness on AIDS

June 7, 2013 at 10:57 PM

Guwahati, June 7 (IANS) With some of the northeastern states still having higher adult HIV and AIDS prevalence rates than the national average, three chief ministers Friday advocated higher awareness of the disease in rural areas and among school children.

Assam legislators discuss Maoist menace with Shinde in Delhi

June 7, 2013 at 7:29 PM

New Delhi, June 7 (ANI): Twelve legislators from Assam met Union Home Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde here on Friday, and appraised him about the growing Maoist problem in the state.

Economic blockade in Assam hits normal life

June 7, 2013 at 5:53 PM

Jorhat (Assam), June 7 (ANI): Normal life in Assam has come to a standstill following an indefinite economic blockade imposed against Nagaland.

Assam facing power crisis

June 7, 2013 at 5:21 PM

Guwahati, June 7 (IANS) Assam has been facing a power crisis since Thursday evening after five central sector power generating stations in the northeast region shut down due to technical problems.

Tribals in Assam demand special status, land rights

June 7, 2013 at 12:41 PM

Bokajan (Karbi-Anglong District, Assam), June 7 (ANI): Tribals in Assam's Karbi Anglong District are demanding special status and land rights.

Origin of wide range of brain disorders pinpointed

June 7, 2013 at 10:01 AM

Washington, June 7 (ANI): Scientists have discovered a mechanism that guides the exquisite wiring of neural circuits in a developing brain-gaining unprecedented insight into the faulty circuits that may lead to brain disorders ranging from autism to mental retardation.

Poor sleep may be most harmful to women with heart disease

June 6, 2013 at 2:09 PM

Washington, June 6 (ANI): Inadequate sleep may be harmful, especially to women and their hearts, a new UC San Francisco study has revealed.

Meghalaya facing problem of influx: Sangma

June 5, 2013 at 11:21 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Chief Minister Mukul Sangma Wednesday expressed concern over the influx of people with "doubtful citizenship" in Meghalaya.

Assam Police hints at NSCN-IM hand in border area violence

June 5, 2013 at 10:57 PM

Guwahati, June 5 (IANS) The Assam Police Wednesday hinted at the involvement of Naga rebel group NSCN-IM in the Monday's incident of violence in a Assam district bordering Nagaland.

Assam Rifles major arrested for murder

June 5, 2013 at 6:33 PM

Guwahati, June 5 (IANS) A major in Assam Rifles has been arrested in Assam on charges of murdering his wife.

Middle-aged men taking testosterone to treat 'low T' triple in last decade

June 5, 2013 at 2:49 PM

New York, June 5 (ANI): A new study has found that the percentage of middle-aged men in the United States taking testosterone to treat symptoms of low testosterone, or "low T," has increased substantially in recent years.

Northeast security scene continues to be complex, says PM

June 5, 2013 at 1:29 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Wednesday said that though much progress had been made in dialogue with insurgent groups in the northeast, the security situation there continues to be complex.

Meet the 66-year-old man who found out he's actually a woman

June 5, 2013 at 12:58 PM

Washington, June 5 (ANI): A 66-year-old Hong Kong man got the shock of his life when he found out that he was actually a woman, following his visit to the doctor for a swollen abdomen.

Assam-Nagaland border still tense, forces deployed

June 4, 2013 at 8:18 PM

Guwahati, June 4 (IANS) The situation on the Assam-Nagaland border in Assam's Jorhat district continued to be tense Tuesday and forces were deployed after the killing of a labourer there Monday, an official said.

Tension grips along Assam-Nagaland border following farmer's killing

June 4, 2013 at 7:05 PM

Jorhat (Assam), June 4 (ANI): Tension prevails along the Assam-Nagaland border after armed miscreants killed a farmer during a firing incident

Night shift workers likelier to have Type 2 diabetes

June 4, 2013 at 2:41 PM

Washington, June 4 (ANI): Shift workers, who work at night are at an increased risk for developing Type 2 diabetes, a new study has suggested.

Assam CM Gogoi inaugurates self-defence training camp for girls in Guwahati

June 4, 2013 at 1:13 PM

Guwahati, June 4 (ANI): With crimes against women on the rise, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi inaugurated a ten-day free self-defence training camp to empower them.

One shot dead on Assam-Nagaland border

June 3, 2013 at 10:01 PM

Guwahati, June 3 (IANS) A man was killed when unidentified assailants fired upon a group of labourers in Assam's Jorhat district Monday morning, an official said.

Assam authorities arrest four poachers

June 3, 2013 at 3:21 PM

Kaziranga National Park (Assam), June 3 (ANI): Authorities in Assam have arrested four poachers with arms, near the Kaziranga National Park.

HER2 gene abnormalities found in wide variety of advanced cancers

June 3, 2013 at 10:17 AM

Washington, June 3 (ANI): Results of a study of more than 2,000 tumors both surprised researchers and provided hope that some of these tumors might benefit from the three anti-HER2 therapies now in clinical use.

Cerebral blood flow could predict patients at high risk of stroke or brain hemorrhage

June 2, 2013 at 9:22 AM

Washington, June 2 (ANI): Researchers at Nationwide Children's Hospital have suggested that measuring blood flow in the brain may be an easy, noninvasive way to predict stroke or hemorrhage in children receiving cardiac or respiratory support through a machine called ECMO.

Ex-soldier held in Meghalaya with drugs

June 1, 2013 at 8:41 PM

Shillong, June 1 (IANS) A retired soldier and another man were arrested in Meghalaya for possessing 11 grams of smuggled heroin, police said Saturday.

Ulfa, AGP two sides of same coin: Assam minister

June 1, 2013 at 8:10 PM

Guwahati, June 1 (IANS) A day after Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi called the Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) a "cousin brother" of Ulfa, state power minister Pradyut Bordoloi said Saturday that the AGP and Ulfa are two sides of the same coin.

Guwahati seminar highlights potential of Assam honey industry

June 1, 2013 at 5:13 PM

Guwahati (Assam), June 1 (ANI): A seminar was organised recently in Guwahati to create awareness about the potential of the honey industry

Many GPs deem nicotine as riskiest component of cigarettes

June 1, 2013 at 1:46 PM

Washington, June 1 (ANI): Many GPs (general practitioners) hold the view that one of the greatest health risks from smoking is nicotine, a new survey has revealed.

Pranjal Saikia, a successful entrepreneur from Assam

June 1, 2013 at 1:13 PM

Guwahati, June 1 (ANI): Youth in Assam are driven by a burning desire to become financially independent, and it comes as no surprise that Pranjal Sakia is one such person.

Real life 'limitless' drug trending among office workers to stay ahead

June 1, 2013 at 11:13 AM

Melbourne, June 1 (ANI): A new drug has been discovered that is being purchased online by Australian workers in high pressure industries such as finance to stay ahead of the competition.

Assam Rifles deny charges of extra-judicial killings

May 31, 2013 at 10:25 PM

Shillong, May 31 (IANS) Assam Rifles Director General Lt. Gen. Ranbir Singh Friday denied that his troopers were involved in any extra-judicial killing during their counter-insurgency operations in India's northeastern states.

UN expert urges India to probe extra-judicial killings

May 31, 2013 at 8:34 PM

Shillong, May 31 (IANS) A United Nations expert on human rights Friday urged the Indian government to institute a commission of inquiry into extra-judicial killings in the northeastern states.

AGP to launch anti-Congress campaign on June 3

May 31, 2013 at 7:53 PM

Guwahati, May 31 (IANS) Assam's regional political party Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) will launch a state-wide campaign against the ruling Congress from June 3, a senior AGP leader said Friday.

Major fire in Assam refinery, no casualties

May 31, 2013 at 6:49 PM

Guwahati, May 31 (IANS) A major fire broke out at the Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL) in Assam's Golaghat district Friday morning. No casualties were reported so far, officials said.

Career after 12th Science

May 31, 2013 at 3:07 PM

It is more or less true that more you go deeper into pursuing your education the career options and its multitude of offerings become clearer to you and so whatever you have thought yourself to be most suited to as the options of career after 12th science it must come under meticulous scrutiny once you pass 12th grade.

Maoist-PLA links broken, says government

May 31, 2013 at 2:10 PM

Imphal, May 31 (IANS) The tie-up between Maoists and the Manipur-based People's Liberation Army (PLA) has been broken, according to a senior official in the central home ministry.

Border no bar for people to people ties: Arunchal Governor

May 31, 2013 at 12:09 PM

Itanagar, May 31 (ANI): The border is no bar for people to people to relations when living on the basis of a global village concept, Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General (Retired) Nirbhay Sharma has said.

Why people on dialysis are likelier to have heart attack

May 31, 2013 at 12:09 PM

Washington, May 31 (ANI): Scientists in Japan have discovered why patients, who are suffering from advanced kidney disease, and undergoing hemodialysis are at high risk to heart attacks and other cardiovascular complications.

Fifth term to Rajya Sabha an honour: PM

May 30, 2013 at 9:37 PM

New Delhi/Guwahati, May 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Thursday termed his re-election to the Rajya Sabha for a fifth term from Assam as an honour and pledged to develop the northeastern state further.

'I thank people of Assam and members of state legislative assembly: PM

May 30, 2013 at 9:21 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, who has been elected to Rajya Sabha for the fifth consecutive term today, thanked the people for giving him an opportunity to serve them again, and pledged to continue to work for the state's development and prosperity.

Fifth term to Rajya Sabha an honour: PM

May 30, 2013 at 8:49 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Thursday termed his re-election to the Rajya Sabha for a fifth term from Assam as an honour and pledged to develop the northeastern state further.

Manmohan Singh re-elected to Rajya Sabha

May 30, 2013 at 7:37 PM

Guwahati, May 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was re-elected to the Rajya Sabha Thursday from Assam for the fifth straight term, officials said.

State associations fuel Srinivasan's resignation row (Roundup)

May 30, 2013 at 7:13 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) The clamour for the removal of BCCI chief N. Srinivasan, under tremendous pressure to step down ever since the arrest of his son-in-law and Chennai Super Kings chief Gurunath Meiyappan in connection with the IPL spot fixing scandal, intensified Friday after more cricket associations joined in the quit-chorus.

Rahul right in equating AGP with insurgents: Gogoi

May 30, 2013 at 7:05 PM

Guwahati, May 30 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi Thursday said that Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi was right in accusing the AGP of having links with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA).

Manmohan Singh re-elected to Rajya Sabha

May 30, 2013 at 6:57 PM

Guwahati, May 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was re-elected to the Rajya Sabha Thursday from Assam for the fifth straight term, officials said.

Voting for two Rajya Sabha seats in Assam ends

May 30, 2013 at 5:22 PM

Guwahati, May 30 (IANS) Voting for two Rajya Sabha seats in Assam has ended and the counting of votes will start at 5 p.m. Thursday, an official said.

Mosquitoes' sense of smell altered to stop seeking humans

May 30, 2013 at 3:13 PM

Washington, May 30 (ANI): Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) researchers have altered the way mosquitoes respond to odors, including the smell of humans and the insect repellant DEET.

Special screening of 'Yeh Jawaani...' for a cause

May 30, 2013 at 1:05 PM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) Delhi's well-known Hindu College is organising a special screening of Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone starrer "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani" in aid of Creating a Secure-Safe-Cordial Environment for Girl Students here Friday at the Delite theatre.

Kim spends thousands for first child

May 30, 2013 at 1:05 PM

Los Angeles, May 30 (IANS) The birth of socialite Kim Kardashian's child will reportedly cost over one million dollars.

Manmohan in fray for Assam Rajya Sabha polls

May 29, 2013 at 8:44 PM

Guwahati, May 29 (IANS) The ruling Congress party in Assam has issued a whip to ensure the presence of its legislators for the crucial Rajya Sabha polls Thursday, which see Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in the fray.

Meghalaya man moots court sanction to kill ailing sons

May 29, 2013 at 3:56 PM

Shillong, May 29 (IANS) A father has decided to seek permission from the Meghalaya High Court for mercy killing of his three sons who have thalassemia, a blood disease.

Children of long-lived parents at lower risk of diseases

May 29, 2013 at 2:44 PM

Washington, May 29 (ANI): Children of parents who live to a ripe old age are more likely to live longer, and are less prone to cancer and other common diseases associated with ageing, according to a new study.

Novel small molecule offers hope in fight against cancer

May 29, 2013 at 1:40 PM

Washington, May 29 (ANI): An associate professor of chemistry at The University of Texas at Dallas has designed and synthesized a novel small molecule that might become a large weapon in the fight against prostate cancer.

AGP slams Rahul Gandhi after WikiLeaks revelation

May 28, 2013 at 10:52 PM

Guwahati, May 28 (IANS) Assam's regional political party Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) Tuesday slammed Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi for his comments on the regional party a few years ago, which were released by WikiLeaks recently.

13 natural ways to lower blood pressure

May 27, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Washington, May 27 (ANI): High blood pressure can boost the risks of leading killers such as heart attack and stroke, as well as aneurysms, cognitive decline, and kidney failure.

Now, a jab that helps protect tissue damage post heart attack

May 27, 2013 at 2:28 PM

London, May 27 (ANI): Researchers have created a compound that offers to give heart attack survivors an improved quality of life.

DMK charges government with doing injustice to medical aspirants

May 27, 2013 at 1:49 PM

Puducherry (Tamil Nadu), May 27 (ANI): The opposition Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party on Monday accused the union territory government of Puducherry, which is led by Chief Minister N.Rangasamy of injustice towards students in not procuring seats for them in post graduate courses.

Music fans celebrate legendary Bob Dylan's birthday in Guwahati

May 26, 2013 at 8:38 PM

Guwahati, May 26 (ANI): Music buffs, in particular the fans of legendary American poet, singer and composer Bob Dylan celebrated his birthday at Guwahati.

Nothing new in India-China treaty on water sharing: NGO

May 24, 2013 at 9:34 PM

Guwahati, May 24 (IANS) The flood data agreement signed between India and China during the recent visit of Chinese Premier Li Keqiang is just a renewal of the existing treaty between the two countries, an NGO alleged here Friday.

Turning off technology hours before bedtime promotes sound sleep

May 24, 2013 at 4:06 PM

New York, May 24 (ANI): Using your tablet or smartphone before bed can suppress quality sleep, thus putting you at risk for health problems, a new study suggests.

Common childhood asthma found unrelated to allergens or inflammation

May 24, 2013 at 3:10 PM

Washington, May 24 (ANI): A team of researchers has revealed the roots of a common type of childhood asthma, showing that it is very different from other asthma cases.

ARDA lays emphasis on quality education to improve lives of rural Assamese

May 24, 2013 at 2:06 PM

Guwahati, May 24 (ANI): The Agency for Rural Development Action (ARDA) is playing a very important role in taking education to people in rural Assam.

PM, two others vie for two Rajya Sabha seats in Assam

May 23, 2013 at 10:22 PM

Guwahati, May 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and two others are in the contest for two Rajya Sabha seats from Assam, officials said here Thursday. The poll is slated for May 30.

Schizophrenia symptoms eliminated in animal model

May 23, 2013 at 11:26 AM

Washington, May 23 (ANI): Overexpression of a gene associated with schizophrenia causes classic symptoms of the disorder that are reversed when gene expression returns to normal, scientists have shown in mice models.

Doctors want quality in medical education

May 22, 2013 at 9:10 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (IANS) Condemning the alleged casual approach of the Medical Council of India (MCI) in regulating medical education, a group of doctors said Wednesday the country is facing a deep quality crisis.

Rare bearcat found in Assam

May 22, 2013 at 5:26 PM

Guwahati, May 22 (IANS) A bearcat, a rare species of climbing mammal, was captured in Assam's Nagaon district and shifted to a rehabilitation centre, officials said Wednesday.

Researchers identify anti-cancer amino acid fragment

May 22, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Los Angeles, May 22 (IANS) Scientists have identified an amino acid fragment that can be used to halt cancer spread, says a study.

Dietary advice on added sugar 'damaging our health'

May 22, 2013 at 12:30 PM

Washington, May 22 (ANI): An Indian origin cardiologist has argued that the current dietary advice on added sugar "is in desperate need of emergency surgery."

Vitamin C kills drug-resistant TB bacteria

May 22, 2013 at 10:22 AM

Washington, May 22 (ANI): In a surprising discovery, researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University have determined that vitamin C kills drug-resistant tuberculosis (TB) bacteria in laboratory culture.

Biomarkers for inflammatory bowel disease uncovered

May 22, 2013 at 10:22 AM

Washington, May 22 (ANI): University of Cincinnati researchers have identified a number of biomarkers for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which could help with earlier diagnosis and intervention in those who have not yet shown symptoms.

Cold weather affects blood pressure

May 21, 2013 at 3:34 PM

London, May 21 (IANS) Cold weather affects blood pressure, shows a study that assessed a staggering 169,000 blood pressure measurements.