Weight gain during pregnancy linked to autism spectrum disorders in kids
Washington – Researchers have uncovered an association between autism spectrum disorders and a small increase in the amount of weight a mother gains during pregnancy. The study from the University of Utah has identified an association between autism spectrum disorder risk and prenatal weight... read more »
Ethnic communities of Manipur celebrate Mera Hou Chongba Festival
Imphal – In an endeavor to strengthen brotherhood and unity among various tribes and communities in the region, ‘Mera Hou Chongba’ festival was recently celebrated in Manipur. A large number of people belonging to different ethnic communities gathered at the Kangla Fort in Imphal to... read more »
Artists from northeast showcase their talent in Agra
Agra – Artists from northeastern states recently took part in the 10th All India Drama and Dance Festival in Agra. The five-day long festival, which included dance and drama competitions, was organised by the Agra-based Sanskar Bharati Natya Kendra. Around 470 participants from 15 states,... read more »
Now, fertility test kit fro men to calculate sperm count
London – A new device that calculates sperm count accurately has been launched by Boots. The ‘SpermCheck Male Fertility Test’ which is claimed to be “as accurate as a lab test at identifying low/normal sperm count” with results in ten minutes is priced at 29.99 pounds, Metro.co.uk... read more »
Miley Cyrus’ modesty surprised TV crew
Los Angeles – Singer Miley Cyrus impressed one and all with her down to earth nature when she appeared on the “Saturday Night Live” show. Cyrus, who has been in the news... read more »
Obama aware of spying on Merkel: German daily
Berlin – US President Barack Obama was aware of the alleged monitoring of mobile phone communications of Chancellor Angela Merkel, a German daily reported Sunday. German newspapers... read more »
Shinzo Abe issues fresh warning to China for activity on disputed Senkaku islands
Tokyo – Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has issued a fresh warning to China against its increasing maritime activities near the disputed Senkaku Island in the East China Sea. Abe... read more »
2G Case: CMM begins recording of Dayalu Ammal statement
Chennai – The Chief Metropolitan Magistrate (CMM) Monday commenced the process of recording the statement of Dayalu Ammal, wife of DMK supremo M Karunanidhi, in the 2G Spectrum... read more »
Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes off Japan’s east coast: US...
Tokyo – A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the east coast of Japan on Monday, the US Geological Survey reported, but no tsunami warning was issued. The quake hit at a depth of 26... read more »
