The government-run Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) Friday launched an internet-ready phone priced at Rs.1,799 and two smartphones in association with Pantel Technologies.


BSNL launches smart phones with bundled offers


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Mobile telephony operator Tata Teleservices Friday launched data card with WiFi facility in order to cash in on the growing demand for wireless internet connectivity while on the move.


Tata Teleservices launches WiFi enabled data card


Russian President Vladimir Putin Thursday urged his country to upgrade its combat aviation system with respect to "honoured delivery schedules and guaranteed quality".


Putin calls for new-generation combat aviation system


Consuming nuts at least seven times a week can reduce risk of death from any cause by 20 percent, says a new study.


Nuts reduce death risk, says study


An Indian scientist at the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has received an award from the Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), a statement said Thursday.


ICRISAT scientist receives award from US body


American scientists have synthesised a novel nanoparticle that can be taken orally by patients as a pill instead of receiving injections.


Now, a nano pill for better drug delivery


With Ethiopia launching a new space programme last month, India can have a promising partnership with Africa in this frontier technology, India's outgoing ambassador here has said.


'India can partner Ethiopia in space technology'


The People's Movement Against Nuclear Energy (PMANE), fighting against the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KNPP), Wednesday said it had nothing to do with the bomb blast in Tamil Nadu's Idinthakarai village.


Nothing to do with bomb blast: Anti-Kudankulam movement


Women suffering from diabetes and wishing to start a family should monitor their blood glucose levels and take a daily high dose of folic acid before pregnancy to avoid risk to their baby's health, a new study said Wednesday.


Diabetic women should monitor glucose levels before pregnancy


Vice President Hamid Ansari Wednesday highlighted the important role digital libraries can play in enabling people access, share and apply knowledge in a more effective manner.


Digital libraries can help bridge divide: Ansari


Scientists from five leading British universities will begin a ground-breaking clinical trial next year to test a possible cure for HIV.


British scientists to begin trial of potential HIV cure


British researchers have claimed Wednesday that taking Modafinil, a drug typically used to treat sleep disorders along with anti-depressants, reduces the severity of depression more effectively than taking anti-depressants alone.


Modafinil can help fight depression: Study


Researchers have shown that alcohol abuse severely impacts health of addicts and has significant risks and minimum benefits.


Alcohol use can lead to death, disability


The internet is a boon for short films and documentaries as it serves as a platform to grab more eyeballs, says Indo-Canadian filmmaker Keshhav Panneriy. He feels that the medium has exposed docu-dramas to a bigger commercial market and that the revenue generated through the domain also helps recover costs.


Internet secures future of documentaries: Indo-Canadian filmmaker (Interview)


Defence Minister A.K. Antony Monday called for the promotion of research and development in ordnance manufacturing to build a strong indigenous base in weaponry and ammunition.


Promote research, build indigenous base for defence: Antony


A leading Nepalese hospital has tied up with an Indian super speciality hospital to offer better treatment to cancer patients here in a first-of-its kind cooperation between the two countries, it was announced Monday.


Indian, Nepalese hospitals tie up for cancer treatment


The Indian space agency will decide on the need for a second rocket launch site after doing a detailed study on the cost-benefit and other aspects like the trend in remote sensing satellites, said its chief Monday.


Second rocket port depends on satellite size, cost-benefit: ISRO


In a finding that could be important for treatment of depression, scientists have found that one of the smallest parts of the brain may be the key to decision making skills, says a study.


Small brain part crucial in decision-making: Study


A coastal site in Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam district, earmarked for locating imported nuclear power plants, is unsuitable from the safety point of view, cautions a leading tsunami expert.


Andhra coast unsafe for n-power plant: Expert


Farmers in Maharashtra are getting climate smart! Thanks to advanced technology they are now empowered to adapt to extreme climatic changes and accordingly plan their agricultural activities.


Maharashtra farmers get climate smart with hi-tech weather alerts


The success of scientific research lies also in efforts made to support "uptake efforts", meaning the successful adoption of the results in relevant fields, says a recent study.

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