US reacts with dismay over India’s gay sex ruling
By Arun Kumar Washington – Expressing concern over the Indian Supreme Court’s ruling restoring the ban on gay sex, the US has expressed its opposition to “any action that criminalises consensual same-sex conduct between adults”. “The United States places great... read more »
Lt.Governor invites Harsh Vardhan
New Delhi – Lieutenant Governor of Delhi Najeeb Jung Thursday invited Bharatiya Janata Party’s chief ministerial candidate Harsh Varshan to explore the possibility of forming a government. “Harsh Vardhan is currently in Raipur to attend the swearing in ceremony of Raman Singh as... read more »
On Rajinikanth’s 63rd b’day, dialogues popularised by him
By Haricharan Pudipeddi Chennai – Every time southern supe! rstar Rajinikanth delivered a dialogue in his own trademark style, audiences have cheered and rooted for him in unison. On his 63rd birthday Thursday, IANS lists some dialogues that were made famous by the actor in his over... read more »
Kejriwal unwell, cancels trip to meet Anna
Ralegan-Siddhi (Maharashtra)/New Delhi – Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal has cancelled his scheduled visit to Ralegan-Siddhi to meet anti-corruption crusader Anna Hazare who is on an indefinite hunger strike, an aide said Thursday. “Arvind Kejriwal sent a message that he cannot... read more »
Soon, `biopen` that will help draw new bones to repair damaged ones
Melbourne – Scientists are developing a ‘biopen’ that contains stem cells and growth factors, to repair damaged and diseased bone. The device could be ready for trials in human... read more »
Alzheimer’s drug to be developed within five years`
Washington – Scientists have said that a drug that could provide a breakthrough for Alzheimer’s disease will be available within the next five years. Recruitment of people aged 55... read more »
Steve McQueen named best director for `12 Years a Slave`
London – Steve McQueen has been named the best director for his film ‘12 Years a Slave’ by the New York Film Critics Circle. ‘American Hustle’ was named as the best film,... read more »
Stan Lee’s new Indian superhero Chakra causes a storm
London – Legendary comic book writer Stan Lee has caused a storm in the comic book world by creating a new Indian superhero Chakra. The story revolves around Raju Rai, a 14-year-old... read more »
Why better sunscreens are needed
Washington – A new study has revealed that even a low level of daily exposure to a common component of sunlight, ultraviolet A1, or UVA1, can cause skin damage at the molecular level after just... read more »
