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Everything you need to know about Maharaja College: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Girl commits suicide over poor marks

June 2, 2013 at 6:01 PM

New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) Depressed over her poor showing in Class 10 exam, a teenage girl committed suicide by jumping off the seventh floor of a building under construction here Sunday, police said.

Need for centre of excellence in every varsity: Mukherjee

May 25, 2013 at 3:50 PM

Baddi (Himachal Pradesh), May 25 (IANS) Expressing concern over the declining standards of higher education, President Pranab Mukherjee Saturday called for identifying at least one department in each university that could be made a centre of excellence.

President calls for centre of excellence in every varsity

May 25, 2013 at 2:06 PM

Baddi (Himachal Pradesh), May 25 (IANS) Expressing concern over the declining standards of higher education, President Pranab Mukherjee Saturday called for identifying at least one department in each university that could be made a centre of excellence.

Identify one department that can be made into centre of excellence: Mukherjee

May 25, 2013 at 1:50 PM

Solan (Himachal Pradesh), May 25 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated the Maharaja Agrasen University at Kalujhanda in Himachal Pradesh's Solan District on Saturday, and called fro universities across the country to identify one department that could be made into a centre of excellence.

NHRC issues notice to IP University for exam goof up

May 24, 2013 at 8:38 PM

New Delhi, May 24 (IANS) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Friday issued notice to Delhi's Guru Govind Singh Indraprastha University for an anomaly in its admission exams in which aspirants were allotted an examination centre which had been shut for the past 10 years.

Mukherjee to address Himachal Pradesh assembly today

May 24, 2013 at 10:38 AM

Shimla, May 24 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will address a special session of Himachal Pradesh assembly on its Golden jubilee celebration on Friday.

President Mukherjee to visit Himachal today

May 23, 2013 at 10:14 AM

New Delhi, May 23 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will undertake a three-day visit to Himachal Pradesh from today.

Mukherjee to visit Himachal Pradesh tomorrow

May 22, 2013 at 3:42 PM

New Delhi, May 22 (ANI): President Pranab Mukherjee will undertake a three-day visit to Himachal Pradesh from May 23 to 25.

Statins may cut exercise benefits for obese adults

May 16, 2013 at 10:38 AM

Washington, May 16 (ANI): University of Missouri researchers have found that simvastatin, a generic type of statin previously sold under the brand name "Zocor," hindered the positive effects of exercise for obese and overweight adults.

'Powerless' Srinagar decks up to receive the 'Darbar' (Letter from Srinagar)

April 24, 2013 at 11:00 AM

Srinagar, April 24 (IANS) It's that time of the year when the Jammu and Kashmir civil secretariat makes its annual move to this summer capital following a century-old tradition and, quite naturally, a spit and polish job is under way to welcome the 'Darbar' when it begins arriving towards the end of this month.

52 cyclists take on Himachal mountains

April 6, 2013 at 10:05 AM

Shimla, April 6 (IANS) Fifty-two intrepid cyclists set out from here Saturday for the second off-road mountain biking adventure race, Shimla Edition 2013, organisers of the event said.

Odisha celebrates 77th foundation day

April 1, 2013 at 6:34 PM

Bhubaneswar, April 1 (IANS) Rallies, debates, workshops and various educational and cultural programmes were organised across Odisha Monday to celebrate the state's 77th foundation day, officials said.

5 myths about stress busted

March 31, 2013 at 12:26 PM

Washington, March 31 (ANI): Stress is apparently everywhere and we dealt with it at almost area of life, but too much of it can be hazardous to our health, according to experts.

IB education found to be 'good fit for India's youngest students'

March 24, 2013 at 4:34 PM

Washington, Mar. 24 (ANI): Based on curriculum adaptation, implementation, and the education programme's impact on learning outcomes, people have formed positive opinions about the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) in India, a study has found.

Youth killed in Delhi fire

March 23, 2013 at 5:14 PM

New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) A 22-year-old youth was killed and three others seriously injured early Saturday after a fire broke out inside a guesthouse here, an official said.

Candle light vigil marks 'Save Sharmila Week' in Kolkata

March 12, 2013 at 9:42 PM

Kolkata, March 12 (IANS) Around 150 people came together in a candle light vigil here Tuesday as part of the 'Save Sharmila Week', in support of Manipuri activist Irom Sharmila Chanu.

Builders of Stonehenge revealed

March 9, 2013 at 12:03 PM

London, Mar 9 (ANI): The workforce that built the Stonehenge 4,500 years ago came in their thousands from the length and breadth of Britain, a new study has revealed.

Wide-faced men tend to be more aggressive

February 15, 2013 at 3:22 PM

London, Feb 15 (IANS) Wide-faced men tend to act more aggressively and also make racist remarks, says a new study.

James Bond-style Lord Mountbatten's pistol pen to be auctioned

January 18, 2013 at 3:29 PM

London, Jan 18 (ANI): A pen that has a hidden secret pistol - once given to Lord Mountbatten for his protection - is set to go under the hammer.

Abu Dhabi to host international IT conference

January 16, 2013 at 12:01 AM

Abu Dhabi, Jan 15 (IANS/WAM) Abu Dhabi will host an international conference on information technology supported by the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Soumyajit Ghosh becomes youngest National TT champion

January 12, 2013 at 6:01 PM

Raipur, Jan 12 (IANS) Soumyajit Ghosh Saturday became the youngest men's National champion at 19, denying India's top player Sharath Kamal his seventh title while Shamini Kumaresan culminated her season on a high note by dethroning Poulomi Ghatak in the women's singles event at the National Table Tennis Championships here.

Happy teens likelier to become wealthier adults

December 26, 2012 at 10:45 AM

Melbourne, December 26 (ANI): Smiling and cheerful teens are likely to earn more money than morose adolescents when they grow up, according to a study.

'Sarocharu' - watch at your own risk (Telugu Movie Review)

December 22, 2012 at 3:17 PM

Film: "Sarocharu"; Cast: Ravi Teja, Kajal Agarwal, Richa Gangopadhyay, M.S Narayana, Chandra Mohan, Jaya Sudha and Nara Rohit; Director: Parasuram; Rating: *1/2

Vintage car rally held in Delhi

December 9, 2012 at 4:52 PM

New Delhi, Dec 9 (ANI): Car aficionados participated in a vintage car rally in New Delhi today.

Rare pictures of British era to be exhibited

November 30, 2012 at 8:55 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 30 (IANS) At least 200 rare pictures and documents pertaining to the British era starting with the first British settlement in Kerala would be on display here for two days starting Saturday.

Nearly 200-year old Indian royal carriage to be auctioned

November 9, 2012 at 12:53 PM

London, Nov 9 (IANS) A magnificent Indian royal state carriage, which is nearly 200-years old and was once owned by the Maharaja of Mysore, is to be auctioned in Britain this month.

Denied scooter, teenager hangs self

November 8, 2012 at 11:09 PM

New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) A 14-year-old boy hanged himself to death at his house here over his father's refusal to buy him a scooter, police said Thursday.

Egypt, India bond over Rajasthan's crafts

November 5, 2012 at 5:27 PM

New Delhi, Nov 5 (ANI): Egypt and India have forged a new cultural connection with a showcase of Indian crafts and heritage, 'Treasures of Rajasthan' which was opened by Tourism Minister of Rajasthan Bina Kak at the Egyptian embassy in Chanakyapuri here today.

India, Egypt bonds over Rajasthan's crafts (With Image)

November 3, 2012 at 8:47 PM

New Delhi, Nov 3 (IANS) Egypt and India have forged a new cultural connect with a showcase of Indian crafts and heritage, "Treasures of Rajasthan" which will open Monday at the Egyptian embassy in the capital.

Naomi Campbell to stage polo match in Rajasthan for beau's 50th b'day

November 3, 2012 at 12:23 PM

London, Nov. 3 (ANI): Naomi Campbell and her Russian billionaire boyfriend Vladimir Doronin are planning to stage an elephant polo match for his 50th birthday celebrations in Rajasthan, India.

Traditional and annual 'Darbar' shift begins in Jammu and Kashmir

October 28, 2012 at 5:51 PM

Jammu/Srinagar, Oct. 28 (ANI): The annual movement of offices and officers of the Jammu and Kashmir Government, also known as the 'Darbar' (Secretariat) shift from summer capital of Srinagar to winter capital Jammu has taken place amidst tight security.

Accession Day celebrated in Jammu

October 26, 2012 at 6:14 PM

Jammu, Oct 26 (IANS) Jammu-based political parties, and religious and social organisations Friday celebrated the 65th anniversary of Jammu and Kashmir's accession with India by unfurling the national flag at the city's main crossings and in many localities.

Celebrations, protests to mark Kashmir accession day

October 26, 2012 at 5:50 PM

Jammu, Oct 25 (IANS) There will be contrasting moods in Jammu and Kashmir Friday with the former princely state completing 65 years of its accession to India.

Abbey Crouch struggles to keep low-cut dress in place at fashion event

October 22, 2012 at 2:31 PM

London, October 22 (ANI): Abbey Crouch, who attended the Liverpool Fashion Week on Saturday night in a very revealing low-cut dress, was left spending most of her evening trying to pull her outfit back up.

Tripura's Sehapihijal District hosts boat race to boost tourism potential

October 15, 2012 at 5:40 PM

Sehapihijal (Tripura), Oct.15 (ANI): Keen to exploit the tourism potential of Sehapihijal district, the Department of Tourism in in the state of Tripura recently organised a traditional boat race on Lake Rudrasagar.

Manipur rebels call for strike, government sounds alert

October 14, 2012 at 7:56 PM

Imphal, Oct 14 (IANS) The central government has sounded a security alert in Manipur about possible terror strikes in view of the general strike seven powerful secessionist outfits have called, an official said Sunday.

How caffeine intake may help cut Alzheimer's risk

October 10, 2012 at 10:44 AM

Washington, October 10 (ANI): Caffeine consumption has been linked to a reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease in recent studies.

Scientists find way of reversing muscle waste

September 27, 2012 at 3:14 PM

London, Sep 27 (IANS) A key factor which slows down muscle repair during ageing can also be reversed, potentially opening the way to their renewal, says a study conducted on mice.

Punjab offers free education to Ladakh students

September 26, 2012 at 8:43 PM

Chandigarh, Sep 26 (IANS) In a goodwill gesture, Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal Wednesday offered free education to students from the Ladakh region in Jammu and Kashmir in order to ensure their overall development.

'Don Seenu' - mindless entertainer (Tamil Movie Review)

September 22, 2012 at 1:39 PM

Film: "Don Seenu"; Cast: Ravi Teja, Shriya Saran, Anjana Sukhani, Srihari and Sayaji Shinde; Director: Gopichand Malineni; Cast: ***

Sheikh Abdullah's 30th death anniversary passes almost unnoticed

September 8, 2012 at 3:35 PM

Srinagar, Sep 8 (IANS) On his 30th death anniversary Saturday, few people came to pay homage to Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah, who led the struggle against Maharaja Hari Singh and championed self-rule. It was difficult to remember that there was a time when people waited for hours together to catch a mere glimpse of the man, once hailed as the Lion of Kashmir.

Church restores grave of Sikh empire's heir in Scotland

September 7, 2012 at 2:47 PM

London, Sept. 7 (ANI): A gathering at a church in rural Perthshirein Scotland has restored the gravestone of a child who would have inherited the Sikh empire.

New compound offers cure for Alzheimer's

September 3, 2012 at 1:05 PM

London, September 3 (ANI): Scientists at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio claim discovery of a new compound, which they believe could one day cure Alzheimer's disease.

Now, 'pain map' of brain to reveal real level of discomfort felt by patients

September 3, 2012 at 10:33 AM

London, September 3 (ANI): Scientists are working on a way of measuring the level and location of pain felt by patients using a special "pain map" of the brain.

Key piece of prostate cancer puzzle solved

August 14, 2012 at 8:45 PM

London, August 14 (ANI): Scientists have discovered a completely new route by which male androgen hormones fuel the growth of prostate cancer, raising the prospect that existing drugs could be used to treat the disease.

Shyamal-Bhumika recreate royalty on LFW ramp

August 6, 2012 at 7:53 PM

Mumbai, Aug 6 (IANS) Royalty was recreated at the Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2012 here Monday as designer duo Shyamal and Bhumika showcased their collection titled "Maharaja". The line was inspired by Indian kings and queens.

Pakistani nurses vulnerable to sexual harassment

August 5, 2012 at 1:29 PM

Islamabad, Aug 5 (IANS) Young women medical professionals and nurses in Pakistan are among the many groups vulnerable to workplace violence and sexual harassment, a leading Pakistani daily said Sunday.

It takes a thief to catch a thief!

July 27, 2012 at 7:14 PM

London, July 27 (IANS) Some people are very good at spotting deception... liars themselves.

Save Maharaja Ranjit Singh's haveli in Pakistan, Badal urges PM

July 17, 2012 at 7:44 PM

Chandigarh, July 17 (IANS) Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal Tuesday sought the personal intervention of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh for conservation of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's ancestral house in Pakistan.

People with shifty eyes aren't lying - they're just thinking hard

July 11, 2012 at 1:36 PM

London, July 11 (ANI): Wandering eyes are seen as a sign of disinterest or that the person is lying, but a new study has suggested that the involuntary movement occurs when people try and access their long-term memory.

SC dismisses plea of travel firm Cox and Kings

July 5, 2012 at 11:28 PM

New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) The Supreme Court Thursday dismissed a petition by travel company Cox and Kings challenging the termination of a lease arrangement by IRCTC for running luxury train Maharaja Express by a joint venture company.

Srinagar's SPS museum attracts tourists

July 5, 2012 at 9:13 PM

Srinagar, July 5 (ANI): As the tourism season peaks in Jammu and Kashmir, the historical Shri Pratap Singh (SPS) Museum here is attracting many visitors.

Being in love makes one both blind and stupid

June 18, 2012 at 1:43 PM

Melbourne, June 18 (ANI): Love is not only blind, it also makes you stupid, a new research has claimed.

Being in love makes one both blind and stupid

June 18, 2012 at 1:19 PM

Melbourne, June 18 (ANI): Love is not only blind, it also makes you stupid, a new research has claimed.

Here comes '7 Notes to Infinity', film on Indian classical music

June 8, 2012 at 11:20 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, June 8 (IANS) "7 Notes to Infinity", a 60-minute documentary on Indian classical music, will be premiered here on the eve of World Music Day - June 20.

Plantation program organized on World Environment Day

June 5, 2012 at 6:02 PM

West Delhi M.P. Mahabal Mishra said that it is need of time that public awareness program should be launched massively to educated them regarding the harmful impact of environment degradation.

Hindus, Muslims unite at Srinagar's Kheer Bhawani temple

May 30, 2012 at 1:43 PM

Srinagar, May 30(ANI): The Kheer Bhawani Temple in Srinagar saw Hindus and Muslims praying under one roof on the occasion of Jesht Ashtami.

New quake-proof Raj Bhavan for Tripura, old one to be Tagore museum

May 8, 2012 at 5:10 PM

Agartala, May 8 (IANS) The Tripura government Tuesday said it was building a new quake-resistant Raj Bhavan and converting the present building into a museum and research centre on Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore, who had composed several works during his stay there.

Rajasthani touch at British queen's celebrations

April 28, 2012 at 9:06 PM

Jaipur, April 28 (IANS) The grand celebrations being organised in Britain during June to mark 60 years of Queen Elizabeth II's reign will have a Rajasthani connection!

Seven students to represent India at US science fair

April 26, 2012 at 7:41 PM

New Delhi, April 26 (IANS) Seven school students from across the country who excelled in a national science project will go to the US to compete with more than 1,600 others from over 60 countries at a global fair, officials said Thursday.

Protein that helps cancer cells become resistant to chemotherapy identified

April 7, 2012 at 11:54 AM

Washington, April 7 (ANI): Scientists have identified a protein that protects cancer and other cells from treatments like chemotherapy and radiation.oth radiation and many forms of chemotherapy try to kill tumours by causing oxidative stress in cancer cells.

History, crime & edgy drama on bookshelf (IANS BOOKS THIS WEEK)

March 24, 2012 at 11:28 AM

The bookshelf this weekend is a colourful and racy pile of books that tickles readers' imagination and sensitivities... Browse with IANS

Now, injectable gel that could repair tissue damaged by heart attack

February 23, 2012 at 8:29 PM

Washington, Feb 23 (ANI): A new injectable hydrogel that could be an effective and safe treatment for tissue damage caused by heart attacks has been developed by researchers at the University of California, San Diego.

Now, injectable gel that could repair tissue damaged by heart attack

February 23, 2012 at 1:48 PM

Washington, Feb 23 (ANI): A new injectable hydrogel that could be an effective and safe treatment for tissue damage caused by heart attacks has been developed by researchers at the University of California, San Diego.

There is nothing wrong with flirting but context matters

February 19, 2012 at 7:49 PM

Washington, Feb 19 (ANI): A philosophy professor from Pennsylvania has offered some ethical and practical advice on flirting to those of the faint of heart.

There is nothing wrong with flirting but context matters

February 19, 2012 at 2:03 PM

Washington, Feb 19 (ANI): A philosophy professor from Pennsylvania has offered some ethical and practical advice on flirting to those of the faint of heart.

Mars 'unlikely place for sustaining life after 600m-yr drought'

February 4, 2012 at 7:41 PM

Washington, Feb 4 (ANI): Mars may have been arid for more than 600 million years, making it too hostile for any life to survive on the planet's surface, researchers have said.

Mars 'unlikely place for sustaining life after 600m-yr drought'

February 4, 2012 at 1:24 PM

Washington, Feb 4 (ANI): Mars may have been arid for more than 600 million years, making it too hostile for any life to survive on the planet's surface, researchers have said.

Men can decode women's menstrual cycles from their voice

January 29, 2012 at 8:28 PM

London, Jan 29 (ANI): Men can actually tell from a woman's voice when she is having her period, a new study has claimed.

Men can decode women's menstrual cycles from their voice

January 29, 2012 at 11:16 AM

London, Jan 29 (ANI): Men can actually tell from a woman's voice when she is having her period, a new study has claimed.

Entry point of hepatitis C virus identified

January 25, 2012 at 3:06 PM

London, Jan 25 (ANI): Researchers have now identified the entry point of hepatitis C virus - the first step leading to the chronic infection- thus opening the door to a number of possibilities for therapeutics.

Doubts cast on "men are better than women at math" stereotype

January 19, 2012 at 9:13 PM

Washington, Jan 19 (ANI): Few researchers have now cast doubts over the popular notion - "men are better at math"- saying that the studies supporting the stereotype had major methodological flaws, utilised improper statistical techniques and many of them were scientifically incorrect.

Doubts cast on "men are better than women at math" stereotype

January 19, 2012 at 10:07 AM

Washington, Jan 19 (ANI): Few researchers have now cast doubts over the popular notion - "men are better at math"- saying that the studies supporting the stereotype had major methodological flaws, utilised improper statistical techniques and many of them were scientifically incorrect.

Why holidays in particular tend to evoke nostalgia

December 25, 2011 at 11:43 AM

Washington, Dec 25 (ANI): The bittersweet nostalgia we experience during holidays about good times and loved ones long gone, helps us feel connected both around the vacation and at other times, an expert has claimed.

Fermented Xmas cards could take you back and forth to the moon 20 times

December 24, 2011 at 11:35 AM

Washington, Dec 24 (ANI): A new study has found that if all of UK's discarded wrapping paper and Christmas cards were collected and fermented, they could make enough biofuel to run a double-decker bus to the moon and back more than 20 times.

Relentless optimism helps ugly men woo girls

December 15, 2011 at 6:42 PM

London, Dec 15 (ANI): Men who have a less blessed appearance often overestimate their looks, which helps them approach more women, a new study has claimed.

Karl Lagerfeld stages India-inspired couture show for Chanel

December 7, 2011 at 7:21 PM

London, Dec 7 (ANI): Chanel's Metiers d'Art show saw the Grand Palais in Paris transformed into an Indian-themed dinner party on Tuesday.

Soon, insect cyborgs may monitor hazardous environments

November 24, 2011 at 3:19 PM

Washington, Nov 24 (ANI): Scientists are finding ways to use insects to monitor hazardous situations before sending in humans.

Optimism boosts performance for female students

November 23, 2011 at 11:04 AM

Washington, Nov 23 (ANI): A new study found that female students achieved higher grades by being optimistic, whereas male students were scoring less by being overconfident.

Cancer cells' sweet tooth could be its weak link

November 17, 2011 at 6:16 PM

Washington, Nov 17 (ANI): Scientists have found that cancer cells tap into a natural recycling system to obtain the energy they need to keep dividing, suggesting potential new target for treatments.

Babies understand others' thought process at 10 months

November 2, 2011 at 6:08 PM

Washington, Nov 2 (ANI): Babies start understanding another person's thought process when they are 10-months-old, a new research has said.

Sun's UV rays more carcinogenic than thought

October 7, 2011 at 6:52 PM

Melbourne, Oct 7 (ANI): The Sun's UV rays are even more damaging than once thought, UK researchers say.

Kashmiris urge govt. to re-start River Jhelum bank beautification project

September 8, 2011 at 1:22 PM

Srinagar, Sep.8 (ANI): Residents of Srinagar have appealed to the Jammu and Kashmir Government to re-start a project for beautifying the area along the banks of the River Jhelum.

Pak Army has frequently intruded in Kashmir, often with perilous results: Analyst

August 23, 2011 at 3:12 PM

Doha, August 23(ANI): The Pakistan Army has frequently intervened- both covertly and openly- in Kashmir, often with dangerous results, an analyst has said.

Soon, new treatments to bring relief from delayed asthma attacks

August 13, 2011 at 2:51 PM

Washington, August 11 (ANI): Researchers have found a potential new treatment for thousands of asthma patients who experience a 'late phase' of symptoms several hours after exposure to allergens, causing breathing difficulties which can last up to 24 hours.

Vadodara students light candles to pay tribute to Mumbai blast victims

July 14, 2011 at 4:05 PM

Vadodara, July 14 (ANI): Students in Vadodara today paid homage to victims of the Mumbai blast by lighting candles on the premises of Maharaja Sayajirao University.

Emergency ward of state-run Shri Maharaja Hari Singh Hospital upgraded

June 25, 2011 at 4:00 PM

Srinagar, June 25(ANI): Jammu and Kashmir government has upgraded the emergency ward of the state-run Shri Maharaja Hari Singh (S.M.H.S) hospital in Srinagar to provide all facilities to the patients.

Coming in 10 yrs- the pill that will keep you 'young forever'

June 12, 2011 at 2:52 PM

London, June 12 (ANI): A leading scientist has announced that a 'forever young' drug that allows people to grow old gracefully could be available in just ten years.

Coming in 10 yrs- the pill that will keep you 'young forever'

June 11, 2011 at 11:33 AM

London, June 11 (ANI): A leading scientist has announced that a 'forever young' drug that allows people to grow old gracefully could be available in just ten years.

Reading and solving crosswords can make you deaf

May 27, 2011 at 10:28 AM

London, May 27 (ANI): A study has found that becoming engrossed in a good book or a crossword really can block the ability to hear.

Motor protein that blocks ovarian tumor growth found

April 27, 2011 at 5:53 PM

Washington, April 27 (ANI): Penn State College of Medicine researchers have discovered that a motor regulatory protein could block human ovarian tumor growth, leading to eventual cancer cell death and possible new therapies to treat the disease.

Molecules that help propel cancer metastasis identified

April 8, 2011 at 1:37 PM

Washington, April 08 (ANI): Researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University have identified two molecules that enable cancer to spread inside the body.

Hindu spiritual leader's abduction in Balochistan triggers protests

December 23, 2010 at 12:47 PM

Quetta, Dec 23 (ANI): The abduction of a Hindu spiritual leader has triggered protest demonstrations in different parts of the Pakistani province of Balochistan.

Promising new approach to blocking malaria transmission

December 5, 2010 at 10:32 AM

Washington, Dec 5 (ANI): A new research has offered a promising new approach to blocking malaria transmission.

Canadian art gallery displaying Maharaja Ranjit Singh's throne

November 22, 2010 at 4:58 PM

Nevada (US), Nov 22 (ANI): Prestigious Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) in Toronto is displaying Maharaja Ranjit Singh's famed throne as a part of its exhibition "Maharaja: The Splendour of India's Royal Courts", which opened on November 20 and shall continue till April three.

Kumble takes on Wadiyar in KSCA election in Bangalore

November 21, 2010 at 7:20 PM

Bangalore, Nov.21 (ANI): The much-awaited election of the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) began here on Sunday.

Tiny bubbles 'could deliver stroke drugs directly into the brain'

November 12, 2010 at 2:14 PM

London, Nov 12 (ANI): Scientists believe that bubbles could deliver a devastating blow to disease.

'Gold bullet' to kill breast cancer cells on the anvil

October 28, 2010 at 10:32 AM

London, Oct 28 (ANI): Scientists from Baylor College of Medicine, in Houston, Texas, are developing a 'golden bullet' that will destroy breast cancer tumour cells.

Hindus ask Brand-Perry to take marriage seriously as it is a sacred rite

October 17, 2010 at 3:21 PM

Nevada (US), Oct 17 (ANI): Welcoming reports of English actor-comedian Russell Brand and American musician Katy Perry undergoing a Hindu wedding ceremony on October 23 at Jaipur (India), Hindus have suggested them to take marriage seriously and perform it devotedly with proper Hindu rituals and traditions.

CWG medal winners to get travel complimentary passes

October 6, 2010 at 12:28 PM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (ANI): Minister of State for Tourism, Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation, Kumari Selja, has announced that Commonwealth Games medal winners for India will be given complimentary free travel passes for luxury trains that visit tourist attractions across the country.