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Bhavya Khullar
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Lab notes: Gaining weight during pregnancy may help short women have healthier babies
Short-statured women generally have a higher chance of delivering a low birth weight baby.
Bhavya Khullar
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Photos: Finally, an Indian agency has recorded the stunning biodiversity of the Sunderbans
The salinity profile, which is critical for the existence of mangroves, is increasing and adversely affecting the biodiversity in the region.
Bhavya Khullar
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Lab notes: Scientists identify bacterium that could be source of antibiotics
Preliminary studies show that the bacterium could be used to produce antibiotics for several diseases including malaria.
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Trending
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The real reason why Modi says what he does – Hindu India accepts it
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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BJP’s street-fighters in coastal Karnataka want a share in power
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Lok Sabha polls: Ladakh MP rallies supporters after BJP drops him from candidate list
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For better or for worse? Shifts in gender norms in India – in 12 charts
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Lab notes: Quick diagnosis of dengue possible in remote areas with this rapid test kit
The test is less sensitive but much faster than the standard tests used in laboratories and can be used for preliminary diagnosis.
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Lab notes: India can reduce its stillbirths by training its healthcare workers
Thirty percent of stillbirths are due to obstetric complications and excessive bleeding.
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Lab notes: Kidney disease may be linked to pesticide exposure
A new study analysed blood samples of patients with chronic kidney disease and found high levels of at least three pesticides.
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Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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Lab notes: Scientists develop implantable silk mat to speed up bone healing
The mat is made of natural silk from silkworms.
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Lab notes: A new method may simplify diagnostic testing for kidney function
Researchers have developed a new biosensor for kidney function tests.
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Lab notes: Bacteria in chicken intestines contain natural food preservatives
A new study has isolated a non-toxic natural food preservative from these bacteria.
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The Reel
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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In ‘Tahader Katha’, the many partitions endured by a freedom fighter
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Watch: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ trailer
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Start the week with a film: A legend returns in ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
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Lab notes: Can the artificial sweetener aspartame cause sterility?
A new study on has found reduced sperm quality in rats fed with aspartame.
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Lab notes: Antibiotic resistant bugs found in chicken and sprouts sold by Mumbai street vendors
Many of the bacteria were resistant to one or more commonly used antibiotics such as penicillin and streptomycin.
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Lab notes: We might soon have a simple blood test to detect liver fibrosis
The disease has so far been diagnosed only through invasive biopsy procedures.
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The Field
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Archery, World Cup Stage I: Men’s recurve team reach final; Priyansh, Vennam in compound semis
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Watch, highlights ISL 2023-24: Mumbai City win dramatic semi-final first leg against FC Goa
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India clinch medals in men’s javelin, discus and 1500m on opening day
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Boundaries and impact: The imbalance in IPL 2024 shows it is not a good time to be a bowler
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IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals hold their nerve to beat Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring thriller