Amarnath pilgrims stranded on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway
Rains played havoc on Thursday and led to several landslides stranding Amarnath pilgrims, travelling to Kashmir, on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway. In precautionary measures, the highway was closed for vehicular traffic following heavy landslides at several places due to overnight rainfall. “The... read more »
Poor sanitation practices leads to unfavorable pregnancy outcomes in India!
Indian ladies suffer majorly during pregnancy! Besides household chores and other responsibilities there are several other reasons which hamper the growth of a child in India during pregnancy. But, do you know, what are the main reasons for the adverse pregnancy outcomes in India? They are poor... read more »
FSSAI to review caffeine standards in beverages
Food safety regulator FSSAI has decided to review caffeine standards in caffeinated and energy drinks and is looking for an agency to study the consumption pattern in the country. Caffeinated and energy drinks are non-alcoholic beverages containing caffeine, guarana, glucuronolactone, taurine,... read more »
Heart scan can predict premature death risk
A scan of calcium deposits inside the arteries can identify those at risk of dying over the next 15 years, a new study has found. A coronary artery calcification (CAC) scan is an X-ray test that looks for specks of calcium in the walls of the coronary arteries. These specks of calcium are called... read more »
