25 killed in Yemen army clashes with Shia rebels
SANAA: Eleven Yemeni soldiers and 14 Shia Huthi rebels were killed on Tuesday during clashes in a stronghold of the insurgents in the north of the country, medics said. Dozens of other combatants were wounded in the gunfight that erupted on the western outskirts of Amran city, the medics at Amran... read more »
Metals in cell phones may cause allergic reaction
WASHINGTON: Does your cell phone leave you itching? You may be allergic to the metals in the device! Studies have identified mobile phones and related devices as sources of metal sensitisation and potential causes of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD), scientists say. Despite efforts to control... read more »
Tamil Nadu: No role for AIADMK at the Centre despite landslide victory
Chennai: Despite a massive showing in the Lok Sabha elections in Tamil Nadu, the road leading to the Red Fort in New Delhi seems too distant for Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Jayalalithaa. Even after winning 37 out of 39 seats in the state, the AIADMK supremo will have no say in the formation of the... read more »
Sachin Tendulkar Motivates Indian Hockey Team Before World Cup
The Indian men’s hockey team were in for a surprise as batting legend Sachin Tendulkar visited them in New Delhi to wish them luck for the World Cup. The Little Master shared his experience on the cricket field and also gave words of encouragement to the players on the challenges of playing... read more »
Malaysia’s most idyllic islands
Malaysia is known for its many exotic islands and their stunning beaches, tropical rainforests and diverse cultures. From the diving hotspot Sipadan to the tropical paradise Perhentian,... read more »
BTech linked to industry
Manav Rachna International University (MRIU), Faridabad, is inviting applications for new BTech programmes, with specialisations such as cloud computing, launched in association with IBM.... read more »
Egypt courts convict 170 in mass trials
CAIRO: A pair of Egyptian courts on Sunday convicted 170 suspected supporters of toppled President Mohammed Morsi on charges over violent attacks last year, the country’s latest mass... read more »
Samajwadi Party leader Satai Ram Yadav dies in an accident
JAUNPUR: A state minister and two of his staff were killed today after the car they were travelling in was hit by a train at an unmanned crossing in Linebazar area, police sources said. SP... read more »
Smoking Hookah Linked to Cancer Risk
Medical researchers discovered that young adults who regularly smoked hookah water pipes in bars are at risk of developing cancer and other kinds of illnesses. Based on the study, elevated levels of... read more »
