Extremely disappointed with handling of ex-Justice Ganguly case: Sibal
New Delhi – Communication and Information Technology Minister Kapil Sibal said on Friday that he is extremely disappointed with the handling of the sexual harassment case against former Supreme Court Justice A K Ganguly. Sibal’s reaction came in response to Chief Justice P Sathasivam’s... read more »
What not-to-wear to work revealed!
Wellington – While adapting your wardrobe according to your workplace, make sure you choose wisely and not suffer a wardrobe malfunction at office. Here are certain ways to help you fit the mould and avoid a clothing malfunction. To begin with, make sure your attire doesn’t expose your... read more »
Resting your brain could help boost memory performance
Washington – A new study has revealed that while the human brain is in a resting state, patterns of neuronal activity which are associated to specific memories may spontaneously reappear and such recurrences contribute to the stabilization of memory contents. A team of researchers headed by... read more »
Monthly wonder jab could cure millions of patients from dementia
London – Scientists have developed a drug, which will be available in 5 years to slow down Alzheimer’s relentless attack on the brain. Tests have shown that solanezumab delays the pace of decline by more than a third in those with a mild form of the disease, the Daily Express... read more »
Pak army’s new leader takes over
The new leader of Pakistan’s army took office Friday, amid the country’s struggle against militants and ahead of next year’s withdrawal of international troops from neighbouring... read more »
18th century ivory furniture on sale at Sotheby’s
London – Two pairs of 18th century chairs and a settee from the same era, custom-made for Warren Hastings, governor general of Bengal from 1772 to 1785, will go under the hammer at... read more »
Bengal governor says no to disruptive campus agitations
Kolkata – In the wake of the recent spurt in student agitations in West Bengal, state Governor M.K. Narayanan Friday asserted campus protests should not turn... read more »
Indian economy grows 4.8 percent in Q2
New Delhi – The Indian economy grew at a sluggish 4.8 percent in the second quarter of the current financial year due to disappointing performance of the manufacturing and mining... read more »
SC notice to CBI on Gujarat cop Amin’s bail plea
New Delhi – The Supreme Court Friday issued notice to the CBI on a bail plea of senior Gujarat police officer Narendra Amin who is in jail for his alleged involvement in Ishrat Jahan staged... read more »
