Syrian refugees could double or triple in 2013: UNHCR
byGeneva, April 10 (IANS) The number of Syrian refugees is expected to witness a major rise by the end of this year, following shortage…
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Special children create awareness on autism
byNew Delhi, April 9 (IANS) A group of special children Tuesday walked to create awareness about autistic children and highlight that their abilities can…
‘Laziness linked to genes’
byWashington: Genes may be responsible for laziness, says an American study. New research from the University of Missouri suggests certain genetic traits may predispose…
5,000-year history binds Iranian, Indian puppets
byNew Delhi: The puppetry tradition in Iran and India – two nations which share historical ties – have several similarities. Both assimilate from ancient folk…
The Broken Column of Stavanger brings Kapurthala to mind
byStavanger (Norway) : While back in India one recalls the sculptors that were got commissioned by the then Maharaja of Kapurthala at various places…
Tell me about my weaknesses through social media: Modi
byNew Delhi, April 8 (IANS) Stating that no human being was perfect, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi said Monday that he too had shortcomings…
‘Mothers are best shopping advisers’
byLondon, April 8 (IANS) When it comes to enquiring which dress actually suits them the most during shopping, women find their mothers being the…
It’s tough world for the young, says British study
byLondon, April 8 (IANS) A British study has found most of the young people finding life being much tougher for them as compared to…
Old Stavanger, Norway has a glimpse of rural Uttarakhand, Himachal
byStavanger (Norway) : While the Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) and the Kejarag, a large stone wedged between two mountains about 1000 metres above the fjord,…
Sonia-Manmohan debate useless, says Congress; hasn’t delivered, charges BJP
byThe issue of dual power centres has hit the ruling United Progressive Alliance prompting both Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and the Congress to dismiss…