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Everything you need to know about Govt Stanley Hospital: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Anabolic-androgenic steroids linked to reduced future mental health

May 21, 2013 at 4:54 PM

Washington, May 21 (ANI): The use of anabolic-androgenic steroids may affect one's mental health later in life, a new study has warned.

Prediabetes 'wake-up call to take immediate prevention action'

May 20, 2013 at 11:26 AM

Washington, May 20 (ANI): Although prediabetes has no symptoms it is not benign, according to an expert.

Probe committee submits report to Govt. on Walmart's lobbying activities

May 18, 2013 at 8:46 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (ANI): A committee looking into the U.S. giant Walmart's lobbying activities to enter India on Saturday submitted its report to Corporate Affairs Minister Sachin Pilot.

Govt. hands over Rs.25 lakh compensation to Sarabjit's family

May 18, 2013 at 9:42 AM

New Delhi, May 18 (ANI): The government has handed over a promised compensation of Rs.25 lakh to the family of martyred Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh.

Armed robbers kill Indian in Ghana

May 17, 2013 at 9:02 PM

Sunyani (Ghana), May 17 (IANS) Armed robbers have killed a 27-year-old Indian in western Ghana, the police said here Friday. Two people have been arrested.

Govt. allows SAIL, RINL to charter ships directly for imports

May 17, 2013 at 10:30 AM

New Delhi, May 17 (ANI): The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal to allow Steel Authority of India (SAIL) and Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL) to undertake direct chartering of ships without going through the centralized chartering organization under the Ministry of Shipping and Road Transport, namely TRANSCHART.

Sarabjit's lawyer Awais Sheikh has been freed by abducters

May 16, 2013 at 9:18 PM

Lahore, May 16 (ANI): Awais Sheikh, the lawyer of Sarabjit Singh, who was kidnapped in Lahore on Wednesday along with his son, has now been freed.

Soon a detailed study on 'diabesity': Doctors

May 16, 2013 at 5:34 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) A study will be conducted across India to explore better therapy to control the double-barrel menace of diabetes coupled with obesity, doctors said Thursday.

NY judge warns Osama's son-in-law that chosen lawyer could end up in prison

May 16, 2013 at 12:30 PM

Washington, May 16 (ANI): A US judge has warned Osama bin Laden's son-in-law that a lawyer he hired to represent him on charges he conspired to kill Americans could end up in prison himself.

Safdarjung doctors call off strike

May 15, 2013 at 6:22 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) Resident doctors at Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital called off their indefinite strike Wednesday after a health ministry official agreed to look into their demands, including better amenities and salaries.

Meet Oz twins born 16 days apart

May 14, 2013 at 10:38 AM

Melbourne, May 14 (ANI): Despite being officially classed as twins, three-year-olds Alessia and Lara Deleo from Australia do not share the same birthday.

10 die in bombing near Karachi polling station

May 11, 2013 at 12:38 PM

Islamabad, May 11 (IANS) At least 10 people were killed and 50 injured Saturday in a huge explosion that tore through a group of voters waiting close to a polling station in Karachi, a media report said.

Eat fresh fruits to avoid dehydration

May 11, 2013 at 12:38 PM

New Delhi, May 11 (IANS) In this scorching heat people are at high risk of dehydration and worse. Apart from drinking lots of water, expert advise is to eat fresh fruits to avoid a heat stroke.

10 killed, 30 injured as blast hits Karachi as polls begin

May 11, 2013 at 12:14 PM

Beijing, May 11 (Xinhua-ANI): At least ten people were killed and 30 others injured when a blast went off near a polling station in Pakistan's southern port city of Karachi on Saturday morning, reported local Urdu TV channel Dawn.

Vote for Pakistan: Malala Yousufzai

May 11, 2013 at 10:06 AM

Islamabad, May 11 (IANS) One vote can change Pakistan's future and "it's our right", teen activist Malala Yousufzai, who was shot in the head by the Taliban, said Saturday, a day when ballotting took place in the country.

Watchdog protein could help slow progression of Parkinson's disease

May 10, 2013 at 3:34 PM

Washington, May 10 (ANI): Researchers at McGill University have unlocked a new door to developing drugs to slow the progression of Parkinson's disease.

Class 12 student shot dead in Delhi's Munirka area

May 10, 2013 at 12:54 PM

New Delhi, May 10 (ANI): A girl student of Class Twelve was shot dead in broad daylight in Delhi's Munirka area on Friday.

Rejuvenating hormone can reverse heart failure symptoms

May 10, 2013 at 10:30 AM

Washington, May 10 (ANI): A rejuvenating hormone has been found to reverse symptoms of heart failure in old mice.

Safdarjung doctors call off strike

May 9, 2013 at 9:34 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Resident doctors at Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi called off their day-old indefinite strike after the administration agreed to their demands for better amenities and salaries, among others.

Safdarjung doctors on strike

May 9, 2013 at 4:56 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Around 1,000 resident doctors at the Safdarjung Hospital are on a strike, miffed with poor amenities, security and salary, and patients are bearing the brunt of their agitation, a doctor said Thursday.

New test will find out which kids at greatest risk of developing cerebral malaria

May 9, 2013 at 11:20 AM

Washington, May 9 (ANI): Michigan State University researchers have identified a test that can determine which children with malaria are likely to develop cerebral malaria, a much more life-threatening form of the disease.

2 killed, 27 injured as suicide car bomb hits police station in NW Pakistan

May 8, 2013 at 3:45 PM

Islamabad, May 8 (Xinhua-ANI): At least two people were killed and 27 others injured when a suicide car bomb hit a police station in Pakistan's northwest Bannu district on Wednesday morning, reported local media.

Botswana aims for regional glory in football

May 8, 2013 at 1:36 PM

Gaborone (Bostwana), May 8 (IANS) Botswana's national team coach Stanley Tshosane says he is aiming for glory at the Confederation of Southern Africa Football Association's (COSAFA) regional tournament to be hosted by Zambia from July 6-20.

Many parents engage in multi-tasking while driving kids

May 6, 2013 at 2:09 PM

Washington, May 6 (ANI): Many parents are putting their children at risk while driving by engaging in distracting behaviors, according to a survey.

Portable cancer diagnostic device adapted to detect TB

May 6, 2013 at 11:32 AM

Washington, May 6 (ANI): Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) investigators have modified a handheld diagnostic device, which was first developed to diagnose cancer, to rapidly diagnose tuberculosis (TB) and other important infectious bacteria.

Why women with dense breasts have high risk of cancer metastasis

May 6, 2013 at 10:12 AM

Washington, May 6 (ANI): In a new study, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have discovered why breast cancer patients with dense breasts are more likely than others to develop aggressive tumors that spread.

Kids who live in 'walkable' neighborhoods less likely to be overweight

May 5, 2013 at 2:52 PM

Washington, May 5 (ANI): Preschool children are less likely to be obese if they live in a neighborhood that is safe and within walking distance of parks and retail services, according to a new study.

Botswana prepares for Egypt football friendly

May 4, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Gaborone (Bostwana), May 4 (IANS) Botswana national football team coach Stanley Tshosane has announced a provisional squad in preparation for a friendly against former African champions Egypt June 4.

One bird flu death reported in central China

May 2, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Changsha, May 2 (Xinhua-ANI): A 55-year-old man died Wednesday morning in central China's Hunan Province due to an infection of H7N9 avian flu, local health authorities said.

Sarabjit's autopsy completed

May 2, 2013 at 3:16 PM

Lahore, May 2 (IANS) A six-member medical board has completed the autopsy of Sarabjit Singh, thean Indian death row prisoner who died Thursday following a savage assault in Kot Lakhpat jail here, a media report said.

Five of Indian origin family die in Malaysia car crash

May 2, 2013 at 3:08 PM

Singapore, May 2 (IANS) Five members of an Indian origin family were killed and one was seriously injured when the car they were travelling in rammed into the iron pillar of a signpost on the North-South Expressway in the Malaysian state of Johor.

Woman disfigured by hubby in lye attack unveils 'new face transplant'

May 2, 2013 at 1:40 PM

Washington, May 02(ANI): A woman who was viciously attacked with lye and disfigured by her former husband has been given a new face.

Govt. has failed miserably on Sarabjit release issue, says BJP's Javadekar

May 2, 2013 at 9:56 AM

New Delhi, May 2 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday charged the UPA-II Government of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh of failing miserably in its efforts to get death row Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh back to India on humanitarian grounds.

Regrettable Pak did not heed India's plea to release Sarabjit on humanitarian grounds: PM

May 2, 2013 at 9:32 AM

New Delhi, May 2 (ANI): Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Thursday said he was saddened to hear the news of Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh's death this morning at Lahore's government-run Jinnah Hospital, and expressed his regret over Pakistan not heeding India's repeated pleas to release the latter on humanitarian grounds.

Sarabjit Singh passes away in Lahore's Jinnah Hospital, reports Pak media

May 2, 2013 at 9:32 AM

Lahore, May 2 (ANI): Comatose Indian prisoner on death row Sarabjit Singh has died at Lahore's government-run Jinnah Hospital after battling for survival for nearly a week.

It's the killing of Indian citizen: MEA on Sarabjit

May 2, 2013 at 8:52 AM

New Delhi, May 2 (IANS) The death of Sarabjit Singh is "the killing of our citizen while in the custody of Pakistan jail authorities", said the Indian external affairs ministry Thursday.

Sarabjit's family learns of death from media

May 2, 2013 at 4:12 AM

Lahore, May 2 (IANS) The family of Indian death row prisoner Sarabjit Singh first learnt of his death in a Lahore hospital through a media report, his family said from India Thursday.

Kim Kardashian refusing baby gifts

May 1, 2013 at 2:04 PM

Washington, May 1(ANI): Kim Kardashian has apparently asked her friends not to give her any baby gifts, and instead donate them to a hospital in Chicago.

Hormone replacement adds muscle to women: Study

May 1, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Bern, May 1 (IANS) Swiss scientists have proved that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can improve muscle strength and fibre function in women, says a study.

Sarabjit's family returns to India

May 1, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Attari (Punjab), May 1 (IANS) The family of Sarabjit Singh, the Indian death row prisoner battling for life in Pakistan, returned to India Wednesday.

Sarabjit Singh in 'non-reversible' coma, say doctors

May 1, 2013 at 11:16 AM

Lahore, May. 1 (ANI): Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh, who was severely injured in an attack by inmates in a Pakistan jail, has gone into 'non-reversible' coma and is heading to 'brain death', said the doctors struggling to save his life.

Govt. to work for passage of pending bills: Chidambaram

April 30, 2013 at 6:04 PM

New Delhi, April 30 (ANI): The Government on Tuesday said that it will continue with its efforts for passage of other bills on food security and land acquisition, which are equally important.

Woman who underwent 1st successful womb transplant 6 weeks pregnant

April 30, 2013 at 2:44 PM

Washington, April 30 (ANI): A woman, who became the first person to successfully receive a donor womb, is now six weeks into a "healthy" pregnancy.

Govt. asks banks to fast track implementation of DBT scheme

April 30, 2013 at 11:48 AM

New Delhi, April 30 (ANI): The government has asked banks to fast track implementation of the Direct Benefit Transfer Scheme (DBT) ahead of the launch of its second phase from July 1.

New method could sniff out schizophrenia

April 30, 2013 at 11:00 AM

Washington, April 30 (ANI): Neurons in the nose could be the key to early, fast, and accurate diagnosis of the debilitating mental illness, schizophrenia, according to a TAU researcher.

Scanner for diagnosing cancer in Delhi hospital

April 29, 2013 at 10:36 PM

New Delhi, April 29 (IANS) A state-of-the-art high-end scanner machine set up at a hospital here helps in getting right and accurate diagnosis in treatment for cancer and heart ailments, the medical centre said Monday.

India seeks Sarabjit's release, Pakistan medical panel rejects shift (Roundup)

April 29, 2013 at 7:32 PM

New Delhi/Islamabad, April 29 (IANS) India Monday appealed to Pakistan to release critically injured Sarabjit Singh on humanitarian ground but a Pakistani medical board ruled that the Indian death row prisoner would continue to get treatment in that country.

Pakistan panel decides not to send Sarabjit abroad for treatment(2nd lead: Sarabjit)

April 29, 2013 at 1:48 PM

Lahore, April 29 (ANI): A panel of four medical experts has reportedly decided that comatose Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh will not be sent abroad for further treatment, as his health condition is very critical.

Pakistan panel to decide if Sarabjit should be treated abroad(Update:Sarabjit)

April 29, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Lahore, April 29 (ANI): A panel of experts has reportedly been appointed in Pakistan to determine whether comatose Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh should be sent abroad for further treatment.

Sarabjit's chances slim, say doctors; family pleads for help

April 28, 2013 at 7:48 PM

Lahore/Amritsar, April 28 (IANS) Having seen him in a Lahore hospital where doctors said his chances were "slim", the family of Sarabjit Singh, the Indian death row prisoner brutally assaulted by fellow inmates, Sunday pleaded for help from Indian government and prayers to save his life.

Put pressure on Pak to have Sarabjit treated in India: BJP tells Govt.

April 28, 2013 at 6:20 PM

Bangalore, April 28 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday urged the UPA-II Government to put pressure on Pakistan to have comatose Indian death row prisoner Sarabjit Singh treated in India.

Family says Sarabjit critical, want him shifted to India for further treatment

April 28, 2013 at 5:32 PM

Lahore, April 28 (ANI): Family members of comatose Indian death row prisoner Sarabjit Singh have visited him at Lahore's government-run Jinnah Hospital, and are reportedly demanding that he be shifted to India for further treatment as he is in a very critical state.

Greens blames Oz Govt. for ignoring Lankan human rights abuse

April 28, 2013 at 5:32 PM

Sydney, Apr.28 (ANI): An Australian politician has accused the government of ignoring the human rights violations taking place in Sri Lanka and focusing more on domestic politics.

Sarabjit's survival chances slim, say doctors

April 28, 2013 at 3:48 PM

Islamabad, April 28 (IANS) The condition of Sarabjit Singh, the Indian on death row in Pakistan who was brutally assaulted by fellow prisoners, was serious and chances of his survival were slim, his doctors said in Lahore.

Sarabjit's family crosses into Pakistan, to visit him in Lahore Hospital(Update/Sarabjit Singh)

April 28, 2013 at 1:48 PM

Lahore, April 28 (ANI): Four family members of Indian prisoner on death row Sarabjit Singh, including his sister, wife and two daughters, have crossed into Lahore and will soon visit him at the city's government-run Jinnah Hospital.

Four members of Sarabjit's family to travel to Pakistan

April 27, 2013 at 5:32 PM

New Delhi, April 27 (IANS) Four family members of Sarabjit Singh were Saturday granted visas to travel to Pakistan to see the critically injured Indian death row prisoner who was brutally attacked in Lahore's Kot Lakhpat jail.

Evolvability theory 'competition to survive' may not be correct

April 27, 2013 at 4:28 PM

Washington, Apr. 27 (ANI): Evolvability can increase over generations regardless of whether species are competing for food, habitat or other factors, researchers have claimed.

6 killed, over 30 injured in bomb blast in Karachi

April 27, 2013 at 12:04 PM

Beijing, Apr. 27 (Xinhua-ANI): At least six people were killed and over 30 others injured when a bomb blast targeted a campaign rally on Friday night in Pakistan's southern port city of Karachi, local media reported.

Fertility yoga may help women conceive

April 27, 2013 at 11:08 AM

Washington, Apr. 27 (ANI): A yoga instructor has claimed that the popular practice, which has long been praised for helping people improve their flexibility and core strength, can also be used to help women conceive.

Indian Embassy officials get consular access to Sarabjit in Lahore hospital (Lead: Sarabjit)

April 27, 2013 at 9:40 AM

Lahore, April 27 (ANI): Indian Embassy officials on Saturday got consular access to death row convict Sarabjit Singh in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Lahore's Jinnah Hospital, where he was admitted after being attacked on Friday by two prisoners in the jail.

Six killed, over 30 injured in Karachi blast

April 27, 2013 at 2:36 AM

Islamabad, April 27 (IANS) At least six people were killed and over 30 others injured in a bomb blast that targeted an election campaign rally Friday night in Pakistan's port city of Karachi, a media report said.

Google search can reveal 'early-warning' signs of stock market moves

April 26, 2013 at 11:48 AM

Sydney, Apr. 26 (ANI): A simple Google search could be as good as a stockbroker in predicting someone's fortune, according to a UK research.

Delhi HC seeks Govt's response on how kids below 18 can open social media accounts

April 26, 2013 at 10:36 AM

New Delhi, April 26 (ANI): The Delhi High Court has sought the Central Government's response on a plea questioning how children below the age of 18 are allowed to open accounts on social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter, despite Indian laws not permitting it.

Belief in God may improve treatment outcomes in psychiatric patients

April 26, 2013 at 10:36 AM

Washington, April 26 (ANI): Having faith in God may significantly improve the outcome of those receiving short-term treatment for psychiatric illness, according to a recent study conducted by McLean Hospital investigators.

'Awareness on chronic lung disease necessary'

April 25, 2013 at 7:00 PM

New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) Prolonged cough and breathlessness should not be taken lightly, as it can lead to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, say experts. Over half a million people die every year due to such respiratory issues.

Boy of 11 undergoes open heart surgery in Delhi Hospital

April 25, 2013 at 6:12 PM

New Delhi, April 25 (IANS) An 11-year-old girl from Africa, who had sickle cell disease, underwent a rare open heart surgery, doctors at a hospital here claimed Thursday.

Six fishermen missing after trawler hits ship off Goa

April 25, 2013 at 5:16 PM

Panaji, April 25 (IANS) Six fishermen are missing after a trawler collided presumably with a merchant ship on the deep seas off the coast of Canacona sub-district, in south Goa, police said Thursday.

Delhi to get World-class skill center with collaboration with Singapore: Dr. Walia

April 25, 2013 at 5:07 PM

Dr. A.K. Walia, Minister of Higher Education, Training & Technical Education has said that the World Class Skill Centre in collaboration with the Institute of Technical Education,

Facebook users' interests help assess, track and map obesity rate

April 25, 2013 at 3:00 PM

Washington, Apr.25 (ANI): More the number of people in a neighbourhood, town or city with Facebook users' interests, lesser the area's obesity rate, shows a study that correlates data on Facebook users' interests with obesity rates in towns and cities.

Support group for diabetic, obese patients launched

April 24, 2013 at 6:20 PM

New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) In a bid to help people suffering from diabetes and obesity, a support group was launched here Wednesday by the IPL franchise Delhi Daredevils.

Malaria remains a major threat, say experts (April 25 is World Malaria Day)

April 24, 2013 at 3:32 PM

New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) The number of deaths from malaria might be steadily declining, but health experts believe the mosquito sting continues to pose a grave threat to millions in the country.

New-borns christened to remember China quake

April 24, 2013 at 12:04 PM

Beijing, April 24 (IANS) Mothers in quake-hit areas in southwest China named their new-borns with characters like "luck" and "quake" to mark their births after the devastating earthquake.

Simple op could replace daily drugs for blood pressure patients

April 23, 2013 at 10:44 AM

London, Apr 23 (ANI): A simple operation which could effectively cure high blood pressure is being tested on patients in Britain.

Former CJI J.S.Verma dead

April 22, 2013 at 11:08 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) Justice J.S. Verma, who headed the panel which suggested changes to the anti-rape laws in the aftermath of the Dec 16 gang-rape, died due to liver failure and bleeding in the stomach here Monday. He was 80.

Former chief justice of India J.S Verma dies

April 22, 2013 at 11:00 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) Justice J.S. Verma, who headed the panel which suggested changes to the anti-rape laws in the aftermath of the Dec 16, 2012 gang-rape, died due to multiple organ failure here Monday, family sources said. He was 80.

Father flings son to death after quarrel with wife

April 22, 2013 at 10:12 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) A father fatally flung his one-and-a-half year old child from the third floor balcony of a house in east Delhi after a violent quarrel with his wife, police said Monday.

BJP condemns Govt's decision to provide 'Z category' security to Mukesh Ambani

April 22, 2013 at 5:08 PM

New Delhi, April 22 (ANI): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday condemned the government's move of to provide 'Z' category security to Reliance Industries Limited Chairman, Mukesh Ambani.

IMRT reduces side effects of breast cancer treatments

April 22, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Washington, April 22 (ANI): Treating early breast cancer patients with an advanced form of radiotherapy known as Intensity modulated radiotherapy (IMRT), gives better results than the standard treatment, according to a new study.

Depression leads to heart disease and vice versa

April 22, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Washington, April 22 (ANI): A researcher at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, has identified factors in the brain that distinguish susceptibility and resiliency to depression and heart disease comorbidity.

Man cheats death after shooting self in eye while cleaning speargun

April 20, 2013 at 3:40 PM

New York, April 20 (ANI): A Brazilian man miraculously survived after accidentally shooting a 12-inch fishing spear into his face, while cleaning his gun.

56 killed, over 500 injured in China quake

April 20, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Beijing, April 20 (IANS) At least 56 people were killed and more than 500 others injured Saturday when a massive earthquake measuring 7.0 on the Richter scale struck southwest China's Sichuan province, officials said.

No luxury hotel in place of Lilavati Hospital: Chavan

April 19, 2013 at 7:56 PM

Mumbai, April 19 (IANS) The state government will make all efforts to stop a proposal to close down the Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre (LHRC) and make way for a five-star hotel on the premises, Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan has said.

Russian toddler given HIV-infected blood by mistake

April 19, 2013 at 7:56 PM

Moscow, April 19 (IANS/RIA Novosti) A 16-month-old girl in Russia's St. Petersburg city was given an HIV-infected blood transfusion as a result of negligence of a hospital's staff, prosecutors said Friday.

12-year-old US girl survives four-story plunge

April 19, 2013 at 5:00 PM

New York, April 19 (ANI): A 12-year-old girl survived after falling four stories from her bedroom window in Queens.

Raped minor shifted to Lok Nayak Hospital

April 19, 2013 at 4:20 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) The five-year-old girl battling for life after being repeatedly and brutally raped here for two days, was shifted to the Lok Nayak Hospital for treatment, said hospital sources Friday.

Botswana to play Zambia in African Nations Championship

April 19, 2013 at 1:56 PM

Gaborone (Bostwana), April 19 (IANS) Botswana is set to play 2012 African champions Zambia in the first round qualifiers of the 2014 African National Championships (CHAN) football tournament.

Rash driver hits five in Mumbai

April 19, 2013 at 12:52 PM

Mumbai, April 19 (IANS) Four policemen and a pedestrian were injured when a rashly driven car knocked them down at a checkpost in south Mumbai early Friday, police said.

US agents on the lookout for 'extremely dangerous' Boston duo

April 19, 2013 at 9:00 AM

Boston/Washington, April 19 (IANS) Describing them as possibly armed and "extremely dangerous", the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has released pictures and videos of two men with a direct appeal to the public to help them find the prime suspects in the Boston Marathon bombing that killed three people and wounded about 180.

FBI seeks people's help in hunt for Boston bombers

April 19, 2013 at 8:20 AM

Washington, April 19 (IANS) Hunting for the Boston marathon bombers, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has released pictures and videos of two men with a direct appeal to the public to help them find the prime suspects.

UN Special Rapporteur on violence against women to visit India next week

April 18, 2013 at 6:28 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 18 (ANI): Rashida Manjoo, the Special Rapporteur, charged by the Human Rights Council to monitor violence against women, its causes and consequences worldwide, will be visiting India next week to assess the overall situation of violence against the feminine gender.

Western Army Commander calls for conducting vigorous campaigns to promote organ donation

April 18, 2013 at 1:48 PM

New Delhi, Apr. 18 (ANI): Lt. Gen. Sanjiv Chachra, General Officer Commanding in Chief, Western Command, has said that the need of the hour is to conduct vigorous and visible campaigns to promote organ donation in the society

Now, super-grip plaster that uses 'bed-of-needles' to help heal surgical wounds

April 18, 2013 at 11:48 AM

London, Apr. 18 (ANI): Scientists from the US have designed a super-grip plaster, which is covered with microscopic needles, to heal surgical wounds.

Abortion would have saved Savita Halappanavar, say experts

April 18, 2013 at 10:52 AM

London, Apr. 18 (ANI): Savita Halappanavar would probably have lived if her unborn baby had been aborted, it has been revealed.

Roman Abramovich becomes father for 7th time

April 18, 2013 at 10:04 AM

New York, Apr. 18 (ANI): Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich's wife Dasha Zukova has given birth to a daughter - his seventh child - in New York.

Prosecution orders Mubarak back to jail hospital

April 17, 2013 at 9:24 PM

Cairo, April 17 (IANS) Egypt's prosecution Wednesday ordered that former president Hosni Mubarak be sent back back to Tora Prison Hospital, Xinhua reported quoting official Al-Ahram news website.

Terror in US: Shell-shocked nation looks for answers (Fifth Lead)

April 16, 2013 at 6:44 PM

Washington/Boston, April 16 (IANS) A shell-shocked America Tuesday looked for answers in the horrific twin bomb blasts at Boston marathon finishing line, leaving three people dead and at least 144 others injured as terror returned to the country after 11 years.

Drugs and supplements may not help prevent cognitive decline in older adults

April 16, 2013 at 4:12 PM

Washington, Apr 16 (ANI): No evidence was found in a review of published research to prove that drugs, herbal products or vitamin supplements help prevent cognitive decline in healthy older adults.

Drugs and supplements may not help prevent cognitive decline in older adults

April 16, 2013 at 3:40 PM

Washington, Apr 16 (ANI): No evidence was found in a review of published research to prove that drugs, herbal products or vitamin supplements help prevent cognitive decline in healthy older adults.

PM condemns Boston bombing as senseless, cowardly

April 16, 2013 at 12:12 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Tuesday wrote to US President Barack Obama, condemning the bomb attack in Boston as a "senseless and cowardly act of violence" and offering India's full support in combating terror.

Stanley Tucci to work in 'Heat'

April 16, 2013 at 2:12 AM

Los Angeles, April 16 (IANS) Hollywood actor Stanley Tucci is said to be the latest addition in the cast of Simon West's "Heat".