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Everything you need to know about Govt Degree College Hamirpur: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

DU: Several colleges decides to raise the fees for various courses

June 18, 2013 at 4:10 PM

Amid the decision taken by Delhi University for implementing the four-year undergraduate programme from this academic year, several colleges have decided to raise the fees for various courses being offered. However the decision to hike the fees is taken by the colleges and the university has nothing to do with it.

DU colleges hike fees

June 18, 2013 at 3:32 PM

New Delhi June 18 (IANS) With Delhi University implementing the four-year undergraduate programme from this academic year, several colleges have decided to raise the fees for various courses being offered.

Irish people drink more than others

June 18, 2013 at 3:00 PM

London, June 18 (ANI): A study of students from different countries has confirmed that Irish people really drink more than other nationalities.

Himachal proposes primate parks to contain monkey menace

June 18, 2013 at 1:00 PM

Shimla, June 18 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh has plans to develop primate parks by planting 10 lakh fruit-bearing trees, plants and shrubs to keep monkeys in their natural habitat.

Delhi government to open Sanskrit library to explore the language

June 18, 2013 at 12:33 PM

Delhi government is to establish a library, which will be completely dedicated to Sanskrit, and it will be helpful for the persons and scholars who have been interested in Sanskrit languages and creation of the book in the same languages.

J-K Govt. holds workshops for promotion of Urdu

June 17, 2013 at 2:44 PM

Srinagar, June 17 (ANI): The state government of Jammu and Kashmir recently organized an Urdu counseling cum workshop for promotion of the language.

Diabetics may only need one injection a year

June 17, 2013 at 10:44 AM

London, June 17(ANI): British scientists have developed a stem cell breakthrough that might free diabetics from painful daily dose of injections.

Himachal on monkey business, literally! (Himachal Newsletter)

June 14, 2013 at 1:08 PM

Shimla, June 14 (IANS) The Himachal Pradesh government is on monkey business, literally! The wildlife wing will chase marauding monkeys in the streets - not to shoo them away, but to conduct an exact headcount.

Himachal sees heavy rains, more in line

June 12, 2013 at 6:20 PM

Shimla, June 12 (IANS) Temperatures across Himachal Pradesh fell further Wednesday after widespread rain with Jogindernagar town recording the highest amount - 113 mm - in the state, the met office said. More rains are in store.

Sheila says, Four year Degree Course getting good response

June 11, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit has said that students of Delhi University are competent enough to grab the best opportunities anywhere. Eminent personalities have been associated with Delhi University.

Heading may cause brain trauma, memory loss in footballers: study

June 11, 2013 at 2:36 PM

London, June 11 (ANI): Heading a football may cause players to suffer from brain abnormalities and memory loss, a study has revealed.

It takes 1hr 6mins before pain kicks in while wearing high heels

June 11, 2013 at 12:04 PM

New York, June 11 (ANI): It takes a little more than an hour for the pain to kick in while wearing high heels, a new study has revealed.

Delhi is the highest in per capital power consumption: Kiran Walia

June 11, 2013 at 11:51 AM

Minister of Social Welfare, Women & Child Development and Education, Govt. of Delhi Prof. Kiran Walia has said that government is committed for the development of city and turned into a world-class city.

Govt. launches Direct Benefit Transfer scheme for LPG consumers(Update)

June 1, 2013 at 5:13 PM

Tumkur (Bangalore), June 1 (ANI): In line with the government's decision to launch Direct Benefit Transfer for LPG (DBTL) scheme in 20 high Aadhaar coverage districts from June 1, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Dr. M. Veerappa Moily formally launched the scheme on Saturday at Tumkur near Bangalore to mark the occasion.

Oprah Winfrey receives honorary 'Harvard Degree'

May 31, 2013 at 4:10 PM

Washington, May 31 (ANI): Oprah Winfrey received a Doctor of Laws degree from America's prestigious Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on Thursday.

29 militants killed in Afghan raids within 24 hours: Govt

May 29, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Kabul, May 29 (Xinhua-ANI): Afghan army and police supported by the NATO-led coalition forces have eliminated 29 armed Taliban militants and detained 45 others during different operations started on Tuesday, the country's Interior Ministry said Wednesday.

Death rates lowest for patients having operations on Monday

May 29, 2013 at 10:28 AM

Washington, May 29 (ANI): There is a higher risk of death for patients who have elective surgery later in the week and at the weekend, compared with those earlier in the week, a new study has revealed.

Brit school offers bra lessons for girls aged 11

May 28, 2013 at 6:13 PM

London, May 26 (ANI): A high School in Derby, England is teaching girls as young as 11 how to fit their first bra and about breast health.

UP sizzles as mercury hovers around 45 degrees

May 28, 2013 at 5:40 PM

Lucknow, May 28 (IANS) Heat wave conditions continued to roast Uttar Pradesh Tuesday with the mercury soaring to 45 degrees Celsius in some parts of the state and hot winds lashing the state.

Government appoints five experts to Air India's board

May 28, 2013 at 10:54 AM

New Delhi, May 28 (ANI): The Central Government has appointed five experts from different fields as part-time Directors on the Air India Board, including IIM-Ahmedabad professor Ravindra H Dholakia, to suggest cost-cutting measures for the national carrier.

Kerala Govt. draws sharp criticism over water privatization proposal

May 27, 2013 at 9:08 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, May 27 (ANI): Leaders belonging to the Left Democratic Front staged a protest here on Monday against the water privatization proposal of the Kerala Government.

Oxford University ball ends in catastrophe

May 26, 2013 at 4:22 PM

London, May 26 (ANI): Guests of an Oxford University end-of-term ball endured a "catastrophe" with some left with burns, in tears and without food and drink.

Govt. to set up teacher training institutes at block level across eight teacher deficit states

May 25, 2013 at 2:38 PM

New Delhi, May 25 (ANI): The government has decided to establish institutes of teachers training at the block level in 196 districts during the 12th Plan to strengthen teacher training capacity.

Find how fit you are for your age

May 23, 2013 at 3:58 PM

Washington, May 23 (ANI): A researcher at New York's Albert Einstein College of Medicine has demonstrated a technique to measure the health of human genetic material in relation to a patient's age.

How empathy plays key role in moral judgments

May 23, 2013 at 11:26 AM

Washington, May 23 (ANI): People who feel it is permissible to harm one to save many when faced with such classic dilemma are likely to be deficient in a specific kind of empathy, according to a study.

Child abuse increases risk of adult obesity

May 22, 2013 at 1:42 PM

Washington, May 22 (ANI): Children who have suffered maltreatment are 36 percent likelier to be obese in adulthood, according to a new study.

Sun continues to scorch Himachal hills

May 21, 2013 at 5:58 PM

Shimla, May 21 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh continued to experience hot weather Tuesday with temperatures in some parts touching 44 degrees Celsius and Shimla recording a high of 30.1 degrees Celsius, seven notches above average.

Vitamin D from sun may treat asthma, says study

May 20, 2013 at 7:50 PM

London, May 20 (IANS) Time spent by asthma patients soaking up the sun may help in the treatment of the illness, a research has said.

Soaking up sun may help 'treat' asthma

May 20, 2013 at 10:46 AM

Washington, May 20 (ANI): Scientists have suggested that the amount of time that asthma patients spend in the sun may have an impact on their illness.

Probe committee submits report to Govt. on Walmart's lobbying activities

May 18, 2013 at 8:46 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (ANI): A committee looking into the U.S. giant Walmart's lobbying activities to enter India on Saturday submitted its report to Corporate Affairs Minister Sachin Pilot.

Govt. allows SAIL, RINL to charter ships directly for imports

May 17, 2013 at 10:30 AM

New Delhi, May 17 (ANI): The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal to allow Steel Authority of India (SAIL) and Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL) to undertake direct chartering of ships without going through the centralized chartering organization under the Ministry of Shipping and Road Transport, namely TRANSCHART.

My kids keeps me fit: Sussanne Roshan

May 16, 2013 at 5:58 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) Bollywood's popular interior designer Sussanne Roshan says that being a working woman and running after her children keep her fit and energetic all the time.

'Indian women must come together to achieve gender equality'

May 11, 2013 at 5:18 PM

Aligarh, May 11 (IANS) Salma Ansari, wife of Vice President Hamid Ansari, Saturday said that gender equality could only be attained if Indian women, cutting across political, religious and linguistic barriers joined hands to fight for political, economic and social empowerment.

Career options after 12th Arts

May 10, 2013 at 5:35 PM

After completing 12th class in Arts stream, students usually get confused when it comes to choosing the right course for higher studies. No doubt a good percentage in class 12th exams plays a key role in molding their career, but options are always there. At present, a wide range of undergraduate courses are available in India that opens various career options after 12th for students and enable them to elect best courses for them.

Pets may help reduce heart disease risk

May 10, 2013 at 10:30 AM

Washington, May 10 (ANI): Having a pet might lower your risk of heart disease, an American Heart Association scientific statement has said.

'Contextual search' monitors where you go on the web

May 7, 2013 at 2:40 PM

Washington, May 7 (ANI): Where you are and what you're doing increasingly play key roles in how you search the Internet. So much so that your search may just conduct itself.

Magnesium may be as important as calcium for kids' bone health

May 6, 2013 at 12:04 PM

Washington, May 6 (ANI): Most parents make sure that their children drink milk and eat other calcium-rich foods, as it helps build strong bones.

Self-affirmation can prevent stress

May 4, 2013 at 5:00 PM

Los Angeles, May 4 (IANS) Scientists have shown that self-affirmation is the key to deal with stress and its impact, including the ability to solve problems, a study says.

Progressive coronary artery calcium buildup ups risk of heart attack and death

May 3, 2013 at 10:04 AM

Washington, May 3 (ANI): A growing buildup of coronary artery calcium puts patients at increased risk of heart attack and death from heart disease, according to a new study.

Download GUJCET Admit Cards 2013

May 2, 2013 at 4:52 PM

GUJCET 2013 Hall ticket / Admit Cards has been issued and can be download from the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board's website

Brain region that holds key to ageing discovered

May 2, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Washington, May 2 (ANI): As the search for the Fountain of Youth continues, researchers may have found the body's "fountain of ageing"- the brain region known as the hypothalamus.

College on Wheels for Delhi students

May 1, 2013 at 9:32 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) The Delhi government will give assistance to University of Delhi for starting "College on Wheels", a study tour for students across the country, Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit said Wednesday.

10 killed as jeep falls into Himachal gorge

May 1, 2013 at 11:08 AM

Shimla, May 1 (IANS) Seven women and three children, all from Rajasthan, were killed in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur district when their overcrowded jeep skidded off the road and fell into a 500-metre-deep gorge, police said Wednesday.

Himachal uproots invasive weed that threaten forests (With Image)

April 30, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Shimla, April 30 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh's forest department is engaged in a massive project to remove lantana, an exotic flowering shrub that threatens the state's biodiversity, and re-greening the hills with fast-growing native flora, foresters said.

Govt. asks banks to fast track implementation of DBT scheme

April 30, 2013 at 11:48 AM

New Delhi, April 30 (ANI): The government has asked banks to fast track implementation of the Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme (DBT) ahead of the launch of its second phase from July 1.

Greens blames Oz Govt. for ignoring Lankan human rights abuse

April 28, 2013 at 5:32 PM

Sydney, Apr.28 (ANI): An Australian politician has accused the government of ignoring the human rights violations taking place in Sri Lanka and focusing more on domestic politics.

2-3 pupils in every classroom affected by learning disabilities

April 27, 2013 at 10:04 AM

Washington, Apr. 27 (ANI): About 10 percent of population is affected by specific learning disabilities (SLDs), like dyslexia, dyscalculia and autism, a new study has found.

Need to bring various health care systems on a single platform: Dr. Walia

April 26, 2013 at 1:12 PM

Dr. A.K.Walia, Hon'ble Minister (Health & Family Welfare) Govt. of NCT Delhi has said that there is need of integration of all forms of medical sciences for obtaining holistic health & appreciated the effort of Health Dept. for bringing various health care systems on a single platform.

Uranium residuals found in Himachal village

April 24, 2013 at 7:24 PM

Shimla, April 24 (IANS) Raw uranium residuals were reportedly recovered from a Himachal Pradesh village during digging, an official said Wednesday. The area from where it was found has a history of uranium deposits.

Kejriwal targets UPA Govt. for giving 'Z' plus cover to Mukesh Ambani

April 22, 2013 at 8:44 PM

Kaushambi/ Mumbai, Apr. 22 (ANI): Aam Admi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal on Monday lashed out at the Congress-led UPA Government for giving 'Z' plus security to Reliance Industries chairman Mukesh Ambani, and said that the Centre is not worried about the common man's safety.

BJP condemns Govt's decision to provide 'Z category' security to Mukesh Ambani

April 22, 2013 at 5:08 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday condemned the government's move of to provide 'Z' category security to Reliance Industries Limited Chairman, Mukesh Ambani.

RPG: 'Friendly' takeover tycoon and remarkable man (Tribute)

April 20, 2013 at 8:36 AM

Rama Prasad Goenka (who died April 14) was decidedly the most remarkable man I have seen in my life's journey. The world need not be told that R.P. Goenka was a great businessman. What was more remarkable was that he was an extraordinary human being, rich not only in bank balances but richer in human values, always keen to understand the world and enjoy the company of the people around him.

Image of mystery 'man on roof' during Boston Marathon explosion causes stir on Twitter

April 17, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Washington, Apr. 17 (ANI): An image of an unidentified man on the roof of a building during the Boston marathon explosions have emerged on social networking such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and other social media that sent speculation and conspiracy theories flying.

Rajnath Singh pulls up UPA Govt. over coalgate scam

April 14, 2013 at 9:00 PM

New Delhi, April 14 (ANI): Pulling up the ruling UPA Government over the coalgate scam, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Rajnath Singh on Sunday slammed the ruling Congress Government, stating that they were misusing the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to tweak the investigation in their favour.

Stem cell jab could help cure heart disease

April 12, 2013 at 10:12 AM

London, Apr 12 (ANI): Scientists have for the first time tested a revolutionary new treatment that could pave way in creating a stem cell injection to cure heart disease.

Priyanka Vadra, Bhushan among outsiders allowed land-purchase in Himachal

April 8, 2013 at 5:57 PM

Shimla, April 8 (IANS) Congress president Sonia Gandhi's daughter Priyanka Vadra and lawyer Prashant Bhushan are among 881 outsiders who were allowed to buy land in the past three years in Himachal Pradesh, Revenue Minister Kaul Singh said here Monday.

Priyanka Vadra, Prashant Bhushan flouted land law in Himachal

April 8, 2013 at 5:33 PM

Shimla, April 8 (IANS) Congress president Sonia Gandhi's daughter Priyanka Vadra and lawyer Prashant Bhushan are among 881 outsiders who were allowed to buy land in the past three years in Himachal Pradesh, Revenue Minister Kaul Singh said here Monday.

Study offers news clues on origins of life

April 6, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Washington, April 6 (ANI): A structural biologist at the Florida State University College of Medicine has made discoveries that could lead scientists a step closer to understanding how life first emerged on Earth billions of years ago.

Kejriwal dares Delhi Govt., announces civil disobedience movement from Apr. 6

April 3, 2013 at 8:52 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 3 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal today announced the next course of the civil disobedience movement, which will start from April 6.

Kids obsessed with iPads less likely to learn to calm down naturally

April 3, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Washington, April 3 (ANI): Children as young as 2-month-olds have become obsessed with iPads, smart phones or similar devices as modern parents are using them to control them.

Kids obsessed with iPads less likely to learn to calm down naturally

April 3, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Washington, April 3 (ANI): Children as young as 2-month-olds have become obsessed with iPads, smart phones or similar devices as modern parents are using them to control them.

Govt. defers decision on hiking dearness allowance

April 2, 2013 at 8:44 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 2 (ANI): The Congress-led UPA Government today deferred a decision on hiking dearness allowance (DA) of central government employees to 80 percent from 72 percent at present.

3D printer helps rebuild cancer victim's face

April 1, 2013 at 4:10 PM

London, April 1 (ANI): British surgeons have employed cutting edge three-dimensional printing technology to create a prosthetic face for a man who had the entire left side of his face removed after suffering from cancer.

Obesity reducing electronic implants to go on trial

March 29, 2013 at 2:18 PM

London, Mar. 29 (ANI): Scientists from UK have claimed of designing an "intelligent" microchip that can suppress appetite.

Himachal hills turn white again

March 24, 2013 at 4:34 PM

Shimla, March 24 (IANS) After days of pleasant weather, the cold returned to Himachal Pradesh Sunday with the state's higher reaches seeing a fresh spell of snow.

Kejriwal targets Delhi Govt., begins indefinite fast against increased power, water bills

March 23, 2013 at 11:14 AM

New Delhi, Mar. 23 (ANI): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal began his indefinite hunger strike at the Rajghat here on Saturday against increased power and water bills in the national capital.

New genetic tool could control dengue, malaria

March 22, 2013 at 4:58 PM

Washington, March 22 (IANS) Scientists have developed a new technology that improves understanding of genetic basis of behaviours in mosquitoes and could lead to effective methods to control diseases spread by the insect, says a new study.

Govt. committed to freedom of expression of internet users: Sibal

March 21, 2013 at 4:49 PM

New Delhi, Mar 21 (ANI): Communications and IT Minister Kapil Sibal on Thursday assured that the government is committed to the freedom of internet users.

India, USA sign MoU to enhance bilateral cultural exchanges

March 19, 2013 at 2:33 PM

New Delhi, Mar 19 (ANI): To enhance cultural exchanges between India and the United States of America, the Union Ministry of Culture and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (MMA) today signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) here.

Cambridge choir to sing with Mumbai slum children

March 16, 2013 at 1:26 PM

London, March 16 (IANS) For the first time, a choir from the University of Cambridge - the Jesus College Choir - will perform for and work with slum children in Mumbai as part of a project with the charity Songbound, which aims to change the lives of deprived children through music.

Fresh snow in Himachal, cold wave revives

March 14, 2013 at 10:54 AM

Shimla, March 14 (IANS) After days of pleasant weather, the cold wave again tightened its grip over Himachal Pradesh Thursday as the state's higher reaches had a fresh spell of snow. However, there was widespread rainfall in low and mid hills, an official said.

Exercise for a lifelong healthy brain

March 13, 2013 at 11:34 AM

London, March 13 (IANS) A study has suggested lifelong exercise is the key to keep one's brain healthy into the old age.

Govt. launches major programme for Pashmina developers in Ladakh region

March 12, 2013 at 4:38 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 12 (ANI): The government, through the Ministry of Textiles, has launched a major programme for the development of Pashmina and Pashmina developers in Ladakh region during the 12th Five-Year Plan.

Obama's approval rating plunges in New York, reveals poll

March 12, 2013 at 2:14 PM

Washington, Mar. 12 (ANI): US President Barack Obama's approval rating in New York fell precipitously in the past month, and three-fifths of the state's registered voters now believe the country is heading in the wrong direction, according to a poll.

Lifelong exercise key to keep brain healthy in old age

March 12, 2013 at 11:07 AM

London, Mar. 12 (ANI): People who keep their fitness level up as a child and adult, through activity three or four times a week, improve their cognitive functioning at 50, a research has claimed.

Govt. aware of Chinese participation in development projects in Indian Ocean Region: Antony

March 11, 2013 at 7:23 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 11 (ANI): Defence Minister A.K. Antony on Monday informed that the government is aware of Chinese participation in development projects in the Indian Ocean Region and keeps a constant watch on all developments concerning the national security.

Govt. hopes to pass anti-rape law in current session of Parliament

March 9, 2013 at 7:31 PM

Mumbai, Mar. 9 (ANI): Union Law and Justice Minister Ashwani Kumar on Saturday said the government is hoping to pass the amended anti-rape law in the current session of Parliament before the earlier passed ordinance lapses.

Biological tooth replacement comes closer to reality

March 9, 2013 at 11:07 AM

Washington, Mar 9 (ANI): Scientists have developed a new technique to replace missing teeth with a bioengineered material generated from a person's own gum cells.

Create an atmosphere where women can live without fear: Kiran Walia

March 8, 2013 at 1:43 PM

Minister of Social Welfare, Women and Child Development andEducation, Govt. of Delhi Prof. Kiran Walia has exhorted that the people to discourage all types of crime against women and to ensure safe

College of Cardinals imposes media blackout after possible personal leaks in Italian press

March 7, 2013 at 10:35 AM

Washington, Mar. 7 (ANI): The College of Cardinals that will elect the next pope has cut off formal communications with the news media.

Parish priest sets ablaze Benedict XVI's photo

March 5, 2013 at 2:11 PM

Rome, March 5 (IANS/AKI) A parish priest near the Italian port city of Genoa stunned members of his congregation when he held up a photo of emeritus pope Benedict XVI and set it alight during Sunday mass, a media report said.

Government is committed to ensure empowerment of women: Prof. Walia

March 5, 2013 at 12:28 PM

Minister of Social Welfare, Women, Child Development and Education, Govt. of Delhi, Prof. Kiran Walia has said that Government is committed to ensure empowerment of women in the Capital

Skin patches may be safer treatment for prostate cancer than hormone injections

March 4, 2013 at 12:28 PM

London, March 4 (ANI): A new Imperial College London study has suggested that skin patches which deliver oestrogen into the blood may be a cheaper, safer and better alternative to current hormone therapies for prostate cancer.

BJP plans to uproot corrupt UPA Govt. in 2014 polls: Advani

March 3, 2013 at 6:35 PM

New Delhi, Mar. 3 (ANI): Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader L.K.Advani on Sunday said his party plans to uproot the corrupt UPA Government in the 2014 general elections.

Trust fools people but it's good for relationships

February 28, 2013 at 11:31 AM

Washington, February 28 (ANI): Trust is crucial to a healthy relationship, as it can fool you into remembering that your partner was more considerate and less hurtful than he or she actually was, according to a new study.

Why Tulu language should be included in the 8th schedule of the Constitution?

February 21, 2013 at 5:46 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 21 (ANI): Tulu speaking people from all over the country and abroad are sending their representatives here to meet at the Delhi Kannada School to voice their demand for inclusion of their mother tongue in the 8th Schedule of the Indian Constitution.

Himachal phone tapping: Dhumal demands judicial probe

February 19, 2013 at 5:45 PM

Hamirpur, Feb 19 (IANS) Former Himachal Pradesh chief minister Prem Kumar Dhumal, who has been blamed by the present Congress government for indulging in mass tapping of phones when he was at the helm, Tuesday demanded a judicial probe into the issue.

Chopper deal: Antony rules out resignation, says Govt. has nothing to hide

February 19, 2013 at 2:01 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 19 (ANI): Defence Minister A.K. Antony on Tuesday ruled out his resignation in connection with the VVIP chopper deal.

Militants may have infiltrated in Poonch: Army

February 17, 2013 at 9:05 PM

Jammu, Feb 17 (IANS) A group of half a dozen militants may have succeeded in infiltrating into India in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, army sources said Sunday, adding searches were on.

Chopper deal: Govt. committed and serious to find out truth, says Congress

February 17, 2013 at 3:22 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 17 (ANI): A day after an Italian court denied to share any documents with India regarding the Agusta Westland deal for 12 VVIP choppers, the Congress party on Sunday said that the government is committed to find out the truth behind the alleged corruption in the deal and an investigation team will visit Italy despite the court refusal.

Resilient people have greater energy levels

February 17, 2013 at 12:50 PM

Washington, February 17 (ANI): People with a more resilient personality profile are more likely to have greater energy levels, a four-year research project has concluded.

BJP pulls up Govt., demands rollback of hike in petrol, diesel prices

February 15, 2013 at 8:09 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 15 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday lashed out at the Congress-led UPA Government over its decision to hike petrol price by Rs 1.50 per litre and diesel price by 45 paise a litre with effect from midnight tonight, saying this is absolutely atrocious and will increase the prices of all commodities.

Now, computer that heals itself

February 15, 2013 at 5:29 PM

London, Feb. 15 (ANI): Researchers have created a computer, which can immediately recover from crashes by repairing corrupted data.

Sleeping on it can help you make decisions

February 14, 2013 at 3:05 PM

Washington, February 14 (ANI): When faced with a difficult decision, people may think of "sleeping on it" or taking a break from thinking about the decision in order to gain clarity.

ESA's satellite spots Arctic sea-ice loss

February 13, 2013 at 5:21 PM

Rome, Feb. 13 (ANI): An international team of scientists has discovered that Arctic sea ice volume has decreased by 36 percent during autumn and 9 percent during winter between 2003 and 2012.

UK baby saved by being freezed for 4 days

February 13, 2013 at 12:41 PM

London, Feb 13 (ANI): Doctors at a London hospital have saved the life of a new born baby by "freezing" him for four days.

Genes for autism and schizophrenia only active in developing brains

February 12, 2013 at 3:31 PM

Washington, February 12 (ANI): A study in mice has found that genes linked to autism and schizophrenia are only switched on during the early stages of brain development.

24 genes behind short-sightedness identified

February 11, 2013 at 11:23 AM

London, Feb 11 (IANS) Scientists have identified as many as 24 new genes behind short-sightedness (myopia), a major cause of blindness and visual impairment worldwide.

24 new genes behind short-sightedness identified

February 11, 2013 at 10:35 AM

London, February 11(ANI): Scientists have discovered 24 new genes that cause refractive errors and myopia (short-sightedness).

Holiday snaps help track whale sharks

February 10, 2013 at 9:31 AM

London, Feb 10 (IANS) The photographs taken by people on a holiday helped scientists track the movements of giant endangered sharks in the Indian Ocean.