Where can coffee be unhealthy?
From traditional chai drinkers, urban Indians are increasingly migrating to coffee and the mushrooming of coffee shops all over the place bear testimony to our changed tastes.
Anti-stir students worship buses in Hyderabad
Vexed by frequent bandhs and incidents of APSRTC buses being set ablaze during agitations, about 300 engineering students from the city have launched a novel protest to mobilise public support against
Tulsi mitigates radiation effects
The ancient Indian tradition of growing tulsi (Ocimum sanctum) in the backyard is not without scientific backing.
Diamond zone in Andhra extended
After oil and natural gas, the Krishna River basin seems to be ideal for diamond mining.
The search for gemstones in the state has been extended to areas beyond Vijayawada and up to the estuary of Krishna with the Geological Survey of India finding evidence of precious stones in this hitherto unexploited region.
Nuke medicine hazard high
Nuclear medicine hazard looms large in hospitals in the state with many of them not following the safety code of the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB).
India developing high power e-bomb, laser gun
Indian defence scientists are in the process of developing futuristic high power laser weapons, e-bombs as powerful as 1,000 lightning strikes, and computers that can be worn by soldiers.
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Berry that fights cancer
Leea Indica or Bandi-coot Berry is a small herbal tree found in many parts of the country. There have been scientific research studies of late on the medicinal properties of Leea Indica and they indicate its antioxidant properties. Thanks to these it is considered a natural medicine for the inhibition or prevention of cancer.
Loyalist MLAs timed resignations perfectly
MLAs loyal to YSR Congress president Y.S. Jaganmohan Reddy wanted to kill two birds with one stone by submitting their resignations.
Guggulu helps burn excess fat
Commiphora wightii or Guggulu is widely used in homes in India, mainly to drive away the evil spirits. It is also used for religious ceremonies. Guggulu is a natural remedy for people suffering from overweight and obesity.
The gum latex of this plant has several medicinal properties and many people burn it as incense.
Indian onion faces foreign onslaught
Look who wants to tinker with the onion in the country!