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Indian-Origin Doctor Held for Faking Credentials

Aug 6, 2015 - 1:57 pm EDT Agencies | Media Reports 1

WELLINGTON: An Indian-origin psychiatrist from the US, charged with stealing the credentials of another US-based doctor so that he could work in New Zealand, was arrested and denied bail, a media report said on Thursday. According […]

Cleveland-based Dr. Sumita Khatri thanked by Obama for her research on air pollution

Aug 6, 2015 - 8:40 am EDT @theindpanorama 1

WASHINGTON: US President Barack Obama has applauded the role of an Indian-American doctor in researching the health impact of pollution and helping families whose lives are impacted by air pollution. “Doctor, thank you,” Obama said […]

World pays Tribute to India’s ‘People’s President’

Aug 1, 2015 - 8:11 am EDT @theindpanorama 2

Prime Minister Modi salutes the dear departed "People's President" APJ Abdul Kalam, as the body draped in Triclor is about to be taken for burial

People’s President laid to rest with public outpouring of grief

Jul 31, 2015 - 12:59 pm EDT @theindpanorama 2

RAMESHWARAM (TIP): This small temple town, with a population of just about 50,000, turned into mini India as one of the country’s most loved sons was laid to rest with full state honors on Thursday, July […]

Jaipur Literature Festival’s 1st US event in Colorado

Jul 24, 2015 - 4:25 am EDT @theindpanorama 1

BOULDER, CO (TIP): Nearly a decade after its inception, The Jaipur Literature Festival, the world’s largest free literary festival is heading to Boulder, Colorado on Sept. 18-20 to host their first-ever U.S. event for three days of books, ideas, performance […]

PROLONGED SITTING MAY RAISE CANCER RISK IN WOMEN

Jul 17, 2015 - 7:21 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Spending more leisure time sitting is linked with 10 percent higher risk of cancer, including breast and ovarian cancers in women, says a study led by an Indian-origin researcher. “The higher risk was present even after […]

Companies in India create thousands of US jobs

Jul 17, 2015 - 3:56 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

“The 100 Indian-based companies surveyed for the study have made an aggregate $15.3 billion investment in their U.S. operations. That, in turn, has created 91,000 jobs in the U.S., which by any measure is a […]

Jaipur Literature Festival’s 1st US event in Colorado

Jul 14, 2015 - 2:59 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Nearly a decade after its inception, The Jaipur Literature Festival, the world’s largest free literary festival is heading to Boulder, Colorado on Sept. 18-20 to host their first-ever U.S. event for three days of books, ideas, performance art, dialogue and […]

Indian-Origin Schoolboy in UK Develops New Alzheimer’s Test

Jul 14, 2015 - 1:35 am EDT @theindpanorama 1

Krtin Nithyananda is a 15-year-old Indian-origin boy in the UK, who as part of a scientific competition has developed a test with which not only can detect early signs of disease, but also to stop […]

HEALTH BENEFITS OF SWIMMING

Jul 12, 2015 - 3:56 am EDT @theindpanorama 1

Swimming is a great form of workout. Besides losing a few pounds and helping us maintain our physique, swimming offers many other advantages. Swimming enhances cardiovascular health: Heart diseases are among the most common of lifestyle illnesses […]

IS YOUR WORKPLACE IMPACTING YOUR WAISTLINE?

Jul 12, 2015 - 3:54 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

A new survey shows that the workplace can wreak havoc on your waistline. According to a new survey from CareerBuilder India, more than half of Indian workers (52 percent) say they have gained weight at their current […]

NATURAL CHOICES TO COMBAT AGEING

Jul 12, 2015 - 3:51 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Ageing begins from when a child is born. However, there are other factors that can lead to premature ageing, including the usage of incorrect skincare products and gorging on unhealthy foods. One can achieve a perfect […]

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Hack by Chinese leads to resignation of OPM’s Director

Jul 12, 2015 - 2:59 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Katherine Archuleta said she would step down on Friday to help the department “move beyond the current challenges”. Authorities suspect that Chinese-based hackers targeted the computer systems of the OPM, which acts as the personnel […]

New sensor chip to detect prostate cancer early

Jul 10, 2015 - 6:51 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

LONDON (TIP): Researchers have developed a smart sensor chip that can detect prostate cancer more accurately and efficiently than current tests which rely heavily on antibodies. The sensor chip, able to pick up on subtle […]

Saud al-Faisal, former Saudi foreign minister, dies

Jul 10, 2015 - 12:54 am EDT @theindpanorama 1

RIYADH (TIP) (Saudi Arabia): Saudi Arabia’s prince Saud al-Faisal, who was the world’s longest-serving foreign minister with 40 years in the post until his retirement this year, has died, the ministry spokesman said July 9. […]

80% OF INDIANS HAVE NO HEALTH INSURANCE

Jul 10, 2015 - 12:11 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

NEW DELHI (TIP): More than 80 per cent Indians do not have any medical insurance cover, though they predominantly rely on expensive private healthcare for their medical needs. Almost 86 per cent of rural population […]

US: More than 21 million affected by government data breach

Jul 10, 2015 - 12:07 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

WASHINGTON (TIP): Hackers stole Social Security identification numbers and other highly sensitive data from more than 21 million people, the Obama administration said July 9, acknowledging that the breach of US government computer systems was […]

Indian Scientist from Jharkhand Finds Breakthrough Malaria Cure

Jul 7, 2015 - 6:56 am EDT @theindpanorama 1

LONDON: An Indian scientist, who suffered from malaria as a child, is among a group of top international scientists which has identified a key protein that if targeted stops the disease, paving the way for new […]

FIRM UP A FLABBY MIDDLE

Jul 5, 2015 - 5:34 am EDT @theindpanorama 1

The best way to ensure that you have a firm middle is by exercising the mid-section on an every day basis. However, there are certain kinds of exercises that need to be done. Here they are— […]

HOW SAFE AND HYGIENIC IS YOUR FOOD

Jul 5, 2015 - 5:34 am EDT @theindpanorama 1

According to the World Health Organisation estimates, around two million deaths occur globally, every year, due to food and water contamination. On World Health Day, we delve into this year’s theme, food safety There are over […]

BEST VEGETARIAN SOURCES OF PROTEIN

Jul 5, 2015 - 5:34 am EDT @theindpanorama 2

Perhaps one of the most neglected meal components -Protein is the reason behind muscle regeneration, performance, and upkeep. Without it, you will find it impossible to get fitter. Animal protein helps maintain a well-balanced diet for […]

GET SILKY STRAIGHT HAIR AT HOME

Jul 5, 2015 - 5:34 am EDT @theindpanorama 1

Use a high quality bristle brush to detangle your hair, as these type of brushes evenly distribute the sebum from the scalp to the ends of the hair and will keep your locks looking shiny […]

Over 5,000 evacuated after US train derails, catches fire

Jul 3, 2015 - 12:02 am EDT @theindpanorama 1

WASHINGTON (TIP): More than 5,000 people were evacuated from their homes after a train carrying toxic chemicals derailed in Tennessee overnight and spectacularly caught fire, firefighters and officials said on July 2. The train derailed […]

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Heart disease deaths can be halved : Indian American researcher Dr. Shivani Patel

Jul 1, 2015 - 2:27 am EDT The Indian Panorama Staff - TIP Bureau 1

According to new research led by Indian American Dr. Shivani Patel of the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia – Half of heart disease deaths in the United States are caused […]

World Agriculture Prize Laureate R. Paul Singh

Indian American Professor R Paul SIngh named World Agriculture Prize laureate

Jul 1, 2015 - 12:51 am EDT The Indian Panorama Staff - TIP Bureau 1

Indian American Professor Emeritus R. Paul Singh who has held dual appointments in the departments of Biological and Agricultural Engineering and of Food Science and Technology at the University of California, Davis, has been named […]

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