Bollywood Dabangg superstar salman khan turning 48
Mumbai – Salman Khan, who has spent 25 glorious years of his life in Bollywood, has become a brand in himself. His journey from `Maine Pyaar Kiya` to the Box-Office sensation `Dabangg` has transformed his image from a romantic hero to that of an action king. With the `self-proclaimed virgin`... read more »
Pakistan cautious on Japanese PM’s shrine visit
Islamabad – Pakistan Friday was cautious in reaction to the Japanese prime minister’s controversial visit to the World War II related Yasukuni shrine, which drew strong opposition from neighbouring countries, a foreign ministry statement showed. Responding to a query about Japanese... read more »
South Korea develops air defence vehicle
Seoul – South Korea’s arms procurement agency said Friday that it completed development of a multi-purpose air defence vehicle with guided missiles based on indigenous technology. The 30mm caliber air defence system was developed by combining the existing self-propelled gun vehicle... read more »
Why people in pain get relief in foetal position
Melbourne – Ever wondered why crawling into the foetal position helps alleviate the pain of a bad news or stressful situation or even physical pain? There is a mental and a... read more »
New gene study brings arthritis drug closer to reality
Washington – A team of researchers has discovered new genes, pathways and cell types that are involved in inherited susceptibility to rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The study was... read more »
Algal extracts may counter effects of high cholesterol diets
Washington – In a new study, researchers including an Indian origin scientist have described the beneficial effects of the algal culture in supporting healthy cholesterol... read more »
Female drinkers at higher risk of developing liver disease than men
Washington – A new study has revealed that women drinkers are more susceptible to the damaging effects of alcohol than men because they are generally smaller in stature and have... read more »
UN condemns UK immigration bill for creating ‘climate of et...
London – The United Nations refugee agency has condemned British Prime Minister David Cameron’s proposed immigration laws. There are fears the laws could stigmatise foreigners, deny... read more »
