India
Oral health a major threat to public health, says President
Inaugurating the FDI Annual World Dental Congress hosted by the Indian Dental Association at Greater Noida, Mukherjee said that most people are ignorant of the significance of oral health and its impact on general health.
'India's farm subsidy well below WTO cap of 10 pc'
According to a WTO filing, India has given a total farm subsidy of $56 billion, of which trade distorting subsidy amounts to only $13.8 billion for 23 commodities, including rice and wheat.
Over 12 pc growth in railway revenue
Revenue earnings from passengers during the period were Rs 17,700.16 crore as compared to Rs 14,758.01 crore during the same period last year.
J&K: Marine commandos to establish waterways in Srinagar
The Navy has been given the task to establish a waterway in Srinagar to enable faster transportation of stranded people in the city which is now turned into a big pond, Navy officials said.
EU agrees to introduce new sanctions on Russia
The European Union has decided to slap new economic sanctions on Russia over its actions in Ukraine, diplomats said on Thursday.
Saradha chit fund scam victims take out protest rally
Congress leaders Nirbed Ray and Sikha Mitra participated in the rally.
Judge clears Pistorius of premeditated murder, says can't be found guilty
However, the judge is yet to rule on whether Pistorius is guilty of culpable homicide.
Send out unequivocal, unambiguous message to Sri Lanka: Jaya to Centre
Over the past two days, 57 fishermen and their eight boats have been apprehended by Sri Lankan Navy, Jaya said.
We have 'self belief' to break Asian Games jinx: Terry Walsh
Walsh said unlike the Glasgow Games, the Sardar Singh-led side has the ability to turn the Guangzhou bronze into a gold at the Asian Games to be held from Sept 19 to Oct 4.
Centre's help to flood-hit J&K impressed Congress leaders: Parrikar
Parrikar also said that the Goa Government will announce its financial help for the flood-hit Jammu & Kashmir state by next week.
Amitabh Bachchan gears up for Vidhu Vinod Chopra's next; enjoys pre-shooting sessions
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has commenced preparations for Vidhu Vinod Chopra's next production venture to be directed by Bejoy Nambiar.
Poverty makes minority kids more vulnerable to abuse
Poverty seems to account for the higher rates of child abuse and neglect among minority children, the findings showed.
AB blood type may increase dementia risk
Those with AB blood were 82 per cent more likely to develop memory problems than others.
North America's first Islamic art museum to open in Toronto
Bankrolled by Prince Karim Aga Khan, the spiritual leader of Ismaili Muslims, the facility will feature more than 1,000 artifacts - including rare scriptures of the Quran from the 7th and 8th centuries.
Snapshot: Indian Air Force during rescue operations in J&K
While the flood waters recede from some of the affected areas of Jammu and Kashmir, there is no let up in the efforts of defence forces and rescue teams to bring people to safer places. The Indian Air Force on Wednesday brought in MI-26, the world's bigge...
J&K: Woman rescued from marooned house, delivers baby in army hospital
The troops first brought her out of the house where she was stranded and then moved to another place in boats.