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10 GLASSES OF WATER A DAY TO CUT FAT
We have all heard this advice innumerable times. Drink eight to 10 glass of water a day. Experts say that if you are overweight or tend to get most of your calories from processed and […]
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WAYS TO BOOST YOUR MEMORY
Not many of us can boast of a sharp memory, and those who do, certainly seem to have an edge professionally and personally as well. We’re not recommending any magic pill to boost your memory […]
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US ECONOMY SHRINKS AT ANNUAL RATE OF 2.9%, MOST IN FIVE YEARS
WASHINGTON (TIP): The American economy contracted at an annual rate of 2.9 per cent in the first quarter of this year, the sharpest drop experienced by the US in the last five years. This drop […]
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GOVT DEFERS GAS PRICE HIKE, MAY JUNK UPA FORMULA
NEW DELHI (TIP): The Narendra Modi government on June 25 indicated that it would not be guided by the UPA’s formula by deferring for three months a decision on revising price of gas produced from […]
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OIL PRICE RISKS PUT INFLATION BACK IN FOCUS
BRUSSELS (TIP): Iraq will be foremost in investors’ minds in the coming week as oil price risk has returned to markets, complicating the task for central banks whose policies are beginning to diverge for the […]
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Companies can provide power 24X7 without tariff hike: Piyush Goyal
NEW DELHI (TIP): There is enough scope for utilities to ensure uninterrupted power supply without tariff shocks but consumers too need to do their bit by willing to pay for getting 24X7 service and actively […]
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AAI readies plan for low-cost airports
NEW DELHI (TIP): There’s good news for all flyers fed up with paying prohibitively steep airport charges for using terminals at places like Delhi and Mumbai. State-run Airports Authority of India (AAI) has prepared a […]
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AN EARTH-SIZED ‘DIAMOND’ DISCOVERED IN SPACE
WASHINGTON (TIP): Astronomers have discovered an Earth-sized ‘diamond’ about 900 light-years away in space, which is possibly the coldest, faintest white dwarf star ever detected. This ancient stellar remnant is so cool that its carbon […]
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DRUG FROM INDIAN SPICES TO FIGHT HYPERTENSION
The search for an affordable drug to treat hypertension without side effects has led scientists to the Indian kitchen. Some spices and condiments commonly used in Indian soups, curries and rasam, when taken in a […]
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SAY GOODBYE TO SELFIE, ‘DRONIE’ IS THE NEW RAGE
Over the last few years, drones have been finding jobs in industry. They are used for gathering news, checking crops on farms, as well as photographing houses for real estate agents, and — at least […]
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TIME TRAVEL SIMULATED USING LIGHT PARTICLE
MELBOURNE (TIP): Australian researchers have used photons — single particles of light — to simulate quantum particles travelling through time. University of Queensland researchers used photons to simulate quantum particles travelling through time and study […]
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WORLD CUP FIRST ROUND LEAVES EUROPE ALL AT SEA
RIO DE JANEIRO (TIP): Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, Andrea Pirlo and Xavi have left Brazil with their tails between their legs highlighting the hard times for Europe at the World Cup. Having provided seven of […]
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Fifa bites back: Suarez gets nine-match ban
BRASILIA (TIP): Even before the knockout rounds have kicked off, a key South American figure is out of the World Cup. Uruguay striker Luiz Suarez was handed a nine-game ban by FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee following […]
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Pitfalls on growth path
India losing out to China in competitiveness Mr. Modi is dealing now with a hugely diverse country in which too much centralisation of power may not work. To achieve higher growth and employment, the entire […]
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An unnoticed fact: the RSS, India’s biggest NGO, too, gets foreign funding
In 2002, a citizens’ report documented how a US-based charity was funneling funds to Sangh entities in India. By Naresh Fernandes : Amidst the debate about non-profits, one fact seems to have gone largely unremarked […]
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Predictions for Pisces
There are many emotional moments this phase. You look back at life, at all that you have missed out, and are filled with regret and sadness. You feel that you could have done a much […]
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Predictions for Aquarius
There is relentless work in this phase. There is also kudos from all quarters for your phenomenal efforts. Your prestige is at an all time high. You may also be spending recklessly and may have […]
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Predictions for Capricorn
There is a lot of movement, communications and contact. You are networking furiously and are in touch with everyone that matters. You are at the vanguard of some social movement and will have a large […]
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Predictions for Sagittarius
You manage to steady the boat and fold your sleeves and get down to hard work. If you are the boss, you will lead by example. You will earn the respect of your peers. There […]
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Predictions for Virgo
There is a new intensity in all your endeavors. There is love, passion, new assignments and a lot of contacts and correspondence. You are keen on worldly success and take your career / business to […]
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Predictions for Leo
You make many flamboyant career moves. You take risks without caring too much for the consequences. Finances continue to occupy your attention and you make shrewd calculations resulting in massive profits. There will be domestic […]
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Predictions for Cancer
There is some stability now and you make sustained progress. This is also a great time to be with loved ones. There may be a new relationship and you will be spending steamy times with […]
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Predictions for Gemini
Your mind continues to play games. You have to get a grip on it before it overpowers you. As we all know, the mind is a monkey on a stick. Imagine what happens if hundred […]
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Prediction for Taurus
There is new love in your life. You will be lost in the throes of passion. There will also be many expenses as you indulge in hectic shopping and travel. You will be splurging on […]
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Predictions for Aries
Ganesha says, there are many moments spent with the family and you will feel blessed. Ariens are generally restless and are forever on the lookout for action. Those in the media will do exceptionally well. […]