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India leads the world in TB burden
TB
Most of the world’s under-reported TB cases as well as multi-drug resistant cases are …
September 19, 2018
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Environment

Mangroves destruction violates fundamental rights of citizens: Bombay HC
Mangrove destruction
The court has ordered complete ban on construction activity on mangrove land
September 19, 2018
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Science & Technology

Experiments in rats show some bad memories can be forgotten
Brani
Indian scientists found that exaggerated response and difficulty to get rid of bad memories …
September 19, 2018
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Health

This is why Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C are dangerous
Hepatitis
Just one in t10 infected know their status and many are unaware that the inflamation of the …
September 19, 2018
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Governance

Expert committee sheds light on Bihar’s mounting silt crisis
Ganga silt
A central government committee recommends removal of silt along the Ganga in Bihar to …
September 19, 2018
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Air

How air pollution is adding to India’s diabetes burden
Air Pollution
PM2.5 can enter the bloodstream and cause liver damage, thus enhancing diabetes risk
September 19, 2018
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Climate Change

‘Very few countries are pricing carbon high enough to meet climate targets’

Carbon Pricing
New OECD report calls for governments to raise carbon prices much faster if they are to …
September 18, 2018
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Health

Digital Amnesia: Excessive use of mobile phone could lead to memory loss
Digital Amnesia
Smartphone addiction could impair our brain’s ability to retain new information and …
September 18, 2018
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First Food: Delicious and healthy pakodas (fritters) made from Phutka (Solanum Nigrum)

Phutka leaves or Solanum Nigrum is a herb related to potato. It is popularly known as makoi or phutka and is available from January until its fruiting season during March and April. Consumption of leaves as food is a widespread practice in Africa and Southeast Asia. According to The Wealth of India, published by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, the leaves of phutka are a rich source of vitamin, especially vitamin C and its berries are used for relief in fever, diarrhoea and ulcers. The fresh extract of the twig is used to treat jaundice.

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Climate Change
Kerala flood

This is why Kerala floods were the worst in a century

September 12, 2018
Kerala's worst flood since 1924 reinforces how local environmental degradation and lack of …
Food
Genetically modified baby food

CSE study finds genetically modified ingredients in food products

August 16, 2018
In a first-of-its-kind study in India, the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) tested …
Governance
Verdict on Net Neutrality: India's journey towards free and fair Internet

Verdict on Net Neutrality: India's journey towards free and fair Internet

July 12, 2018
In a huge victory for those who advocate free and fair internet access, the Indian …

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