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PM Modi an educating and transformating leader: Kiran Bedi

New Delhi, Dec 14 (ANI): Former IPS Officer and Social activist Kiran Bedi on Sunday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' programme on AIR and said that the PM is an educating and transformating leader. She said that the prime minister gave a very important message voicing concern over the 'devastating' drug addiction menace. After the third 'Mann Ki Baat' programme on radio in which Modi urged youths to shun drugs, Bedi urged the youth to use the national helpline and say no to drugs. Bedi said that the sale of drugs needs to be reduced as the money goes in the pockets of terrorists and ultimately becomes crime money. The PM also suggested launching a special drive on social media against the menace.

Dec 14, 2014

Children of Older Mothers Behave Better

A new study reveals that children of older mothers face a lower risk of developing serious behavioural problems up to the age of 17 years.

Dec 13, 2014

It's Confirmed: Men are More Stupid than Women, Says Research

Data from 20 years showed that 88.7% of The Darwin Award winners were men.

Dec 13, 2014

Tea Exports to Russia a Losing Proposition

Russia, the world's largest importer of tea has come under pressure from the fall in ruble, leading to margins coming under severe pressure for Indian exporters.

Dec 11, 2014

Life & Style's 'Miley Cyrus Pregnant and Being Forced into Rehab' Hoax Busted

Hoax Busted: Life & Style's 'Miley Cyrus Pregnant and Being Forced into Rehab' Story is Fake

A fake story about American singer-actress Miley Cyrus being pregnant and forced into a rehab that appeared on the cover of Life & Style Magazine went viral.

Dec 11, 2014

Revoking Section 309 to Prevent Suicide: Will People Choose Free Will or Suffering?

Nothing other than a stable economy along with social harmony can help India deal with suicides.

Dec 10, 2014

Rihanna Fuels Pregnancy Rumours: Singer Writing Song About 'Baby Growing Inside' Her?

Rihanna has sparked pregnancy rumours. The new report suggests that the singer has a bun in the oven and she is even writing a song about it.

Dec 10, 2014

Smoking Linked to Death of 'Y' Chromosome, Cancer, Early Death

Research shows why smoking increases risk of cancer, early death in men and chances of having a baby girl.

Dec 9, 2014

The Sun published images of a British MP playing Candy Crush Saga for over two and half hours during an important meeting.

British MP Nigel Mills Caught Playing 'Candy Crush' During Key Parliamentary Meeting [VIDEO]

The MP, Nigel Mills however defended himself, saying though he was indeed playing, he was still 'fully engaged' in the meeting.

Dec 8, 2014

At least 29 children hospitalised in Chhattisgarh after consuming mid-day meal

Korba, Dec 06 (ANI): At least 29 children were hospitalized in Chhattisgarh after they fell ill on consuming mid-day meals at school. The students reported dizziness and vomiting after consuming mid day meal at school in Korba district of Chhattisgarh. District Magistrate Reena Babasaheb Kangale said that condition of all the students is stable. She added that the matter will be investigated by the SDM. Meanwhile students said that the food smelled of alcohol. Reports of students falling ill due to consumption of mid day meals provided at government schools are becoming normal especially in states of Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh.

Dec 6, 2014

Alcohol Causes Cancer; Red Wine Prevents It: 5 Research-Proven Health Benefits of Grape Products

Excess intake of alcohol is known to cause DNA damage and cancer. In the new study, researchers found that a chemical compound in red wine and grape skin called resveratrol was highly effective in killing the cells damaged by alcohol.

Dec 6, 2014

Mediterranean Diet Slows Ageing Process: 8 Other Steps to Improve Life Expectancy

People in the study, who followed the Mediterranean diet, i.e. higher levels of fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, fish, nuts, healthy fats along with olive oil and moderate levels of wine- had longer telomeres than others who didn't stick to the diet.

Dec 4, 2014

2002 hit-and-run case: Salman's blood alcohol content high, confirms expert

Mumbai, Dec 03 (ANI): Bollywood actor Salman Khan, who is facing trial for killing a pavement dweller and injuring four others in a 2002 hit and run case, has tested positive for alcohol content in his blood at the time of accident. A forensic expert told a sessions court in Mumbai on Wednesday that content of alcohol in Salman's blood was higher than permissible limit. The alcohol content in Salman's blood was 62mg, which is more than double the permissible limit of 30mg. Salman is on trial in the sessions court for culpable homicide not amounting to murder.

Dec 3, 2014

2002 Hit-and-Run Case: Salman Khan's Blood Alcohol Content was Higher Than Normal, Says Expert

The alcohol content in Salman Khan's blood was double the permissible limit, an expert told the court.