Know how male goats send the love-making signal to females? It goes in the form of a most powerful, sexually-stimulating odour.


Learn from male goats how to woo your lady!


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Climate change and socio-economic growth could increase the damage by floods in Europe by 2050, according to a new study.


Flood damage in Europe to increase drastically by 2050: Study


Scientists have identified mutations in a gene that can reduce the risk of developing Type-2 diabetes even in people who have risk factors such as obesity and old age.


Gene mutations can reduce risk of Type-2 diabetes


Children who outgrow one type of food allergy may develop a more severe and persistent type of allergy to the same food, experts say.


Simple food allergy in kids may lead to severe one


In a path-breaking finding, researchers have discovered how the immune system makes a powerful antibody that blocks HIV infection of cells by targeting the V1V2 site on the virus.


Antibodies hold promise for effective HIV vaccine


Researchers have unlocked the mystery of how our memories shape the way odour-sensory information is collected in the brain.


Learn how experiences shape smell perception in brain


You will soon be able to catch your favourite regional radio programmes on FM radio with maximising of the existing technology and junking of the "mindless" and "silly" plan of introducing digital radio, says Prasar Bharati chief Jawhar Sircar.


Regional radio channels on FM soon: Prasar Bharati CEO (Interview)


A four-month-old baby in Maryland, US, was found with teeth formed in his brain due to a rare brain tumour.


Teeth removed from baby's brain tumour! 


Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has proposed an atomic power plant in the state -- and the central government has reportedly given the go ahead.


UP wants atomic power plant


Have you ever noticed that sniffer dogs at Metro stations or airports do not bark at you though you may be carrying a few things that smell similar to explosives - like a plastic grocery bag?


Why sniffer dogs only detect 'real' explosives


Do you know the most popular form of sex in the virtual world? It is sexting.


Sexting to keep passions alive in virtual world


Researchers have engineered a simple apparatus which can create smoke solutions and help stimulate seed germination, a study said.


Smoke-water solution can stimulate seed growth: Study


Troubled by inadequate sleep? See a doctor! A new study links lack of sleep with reduced gray matter in the brain and stresses the need to seek medical help if the problem persists.


Sleep disorders linked to reduced gray matter in brain


As Microsoft plans to wind up Windows 8.1 operating system next month, the firm plans to announce a free version of Windows in a bid to persuade customers to upgrade to latest versions.


Microsoft to give upgraded Windows for free?


Here comes an innovative cancer-fighting method where custom-designed nanoparticles carry and release chemotherapy drugs directly to tumour cells when triggered by a two-photon laser in the infrared red wavelength.


Laser-activated drug delivery boon to tackle cancer


Real-time social media like Twitter could be used to track HIV incidence and drug-related behaviours with the aim of detecting and potentially preventing outbreaks, shows a study.


Social media can be used to monitor HIV risk, drug use


Do you feel embarrassed at social luncheons because you can't control your hands from shaking uncontrollably due to a medical condition? Take heart.


Shaking hands? Turn to this device to stop tremors


Mobile handset company Karbonn Friday announced the launch of a "Kochadaiiyaan" Signature Phone Series to bring Rajinikanth's magic closer to his fans.


Get your hands on 'Kochadaiiyaan' signature phone


The union cabinet Friday approved a revised cost estimate of Rs.2,962.78 crore for completing the development programme of the Geo-synchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle GSLV Mk-III and to carry out an experimental flight.


Cabinet approves GSLV's revised cost estimate


Are you among those who surf Facebook or watch TV before hitting the sack after a tiring day? You belong to the majority as bedtime rituals have changed from a good book read to taking resort in the virtual world before sleep.


More people hooked to social media before sleep


India and Russia are close to resolving their differences over the nuclear liability law that has held up agreement on construction of units 3 and 4 of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KNPP), Rosatom, the plant's Russian bulder, said Friday.

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