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Top Soil Scientist Keen To Help India, But 'nobody Listens'
His expertise as a soil scientist has helped arrest degradation and grow crops in several areas across Africa and the world. Much sought after and bestowed with many prestigious awards, Indian American scientist Rattan Lal is keen to share his knowledge with India to boost soil health and productivity, but sadly, he says, no one is interested.....
Jet Fuel Rates Cut By Over 5%
With the recent dip in global crude oil prices to around $50 a barrel levels, the price of aviation turbine fuel (ATF), or jet fuel, has been cut by over 5 per cent -- reversing a trend of hikes over the last two months.....
People Should Have Freedom To Choose Religion: Dalai Lama
Opposing religious conversion, Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama on Sunday said forcible conversion is not good but people should have the freedom to change their religion voluntarily.....
Sridevi Releases First Teaser Of 'Mom'
Veteran actress Sridevi released the first teaser of her upcoming project "MOM" on social media. The teaser looks intense and gritty.....
Jaitley Launches SASEC Vision Document In New Delhi
Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Monday launched the South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation Vision document along with the Finance Ministers of the member countries.....
Iran Releases 15 Indian Fishermen: Sushma Swaraj
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Monday said that Iran has released 15 Indian fishermen who were detained with their Bahraini boats last year.....
Transforming Water From Poisonous To Purified -- At No Cost
Deep wounds and white patches on their skin are common among people in this tiny West Bengal speck bordering Bangladesh. The disease turned deadly for many, and the culprit was drinking water that contained arsenic -- a toxic substance that can lead to chronic poisoning once it enters a human body.....
President Visits Ruins Of Vikramshila University
President Pranab Mukherjee on Monday visited the ruins of Vikramshila University, an ancient seat of Buddhist learning, in Bihar's Bhagalpur district.....
JNUSU To Tutor Aspirants For Entrance Tests
Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union (JNUSU) has announced a tutor programme to help the students coming from deprived sections with the preparations of their B.A. and M.A. entrance tests.....
People Are Insecure In Film Industry: Vikram Bhatt
Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt, whose new web series "Spotlight" explores the dark side of Bollywood, says there are insecure individuals in the film industry.....
