June 2016 — Page 5 of 13 — The Indian Panorama

Einstein 2.0: Gravitational waves detected for a second time

Jun 19, 2016 - 6:10 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

CAPE CANAVERAL (TIP): The ground-breaking detection of gravitational waves, ripples in space and time postulated by Albert Einstein 100 years ago, that was announced in February was no fluke. Scientists said on Wednesday that they […]

NEW SPACE ROCK TO REVEAL ORIGIN OF LIFE ON EARTH

Jun 19, 2016 - 6:10 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

NEW YORK (TIP): Scientists have discovered an ancient space rock which can reportedly shed more light on the evolution of life. The meteorite, discovered in Sweden’s fossil meteorite-rich Thorsberg quarry, belongs to a type that […]

SELLERS GAIN ON AMAZON AS IT CUTS OWN COMMISSIONS

Jun 19, 2016 - 6:10 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

BENGALURU (TIP): Amazon India has cut its own commissions by 25-30% in key categories such as mobiles, PCs, electronic devices, and personal care appliances. This may put the American e-commerce giant’s local arm at an […]

Uber, Tata ink pact to create 20,000 micro entrepreneurs

Jun 19, 2016 - 6:10 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

MUMBAI: Uber Technologies Inc and the Tata Group on Thursday announced a partnership where the latter will provide a comprehensive vehicle and ownership solution to Uber’s drivers. Under the arrangement, Uber’s drivers can buy Indica […]

IMF says Brexit could further weaken eurozone ties

Jun 19, 2016 - 6:09 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

WASHINGTON (TIP): The International Monetary Fund warned Thursday that a British vote next week to break with the European Union could stifle economic growth and weaken the ties that bind the eurozone. In a new […]

INDIA WITHIN WHISKER OF TRADE SURPLUS IN Q1 BUT #BREXIT RISK, #OIL PRICES

Jun 19, 2016 - 6:09 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

MUMBAI (TIP): India narrowly missed recording a surplus on its current account in the first quarter of 2016 – the broadest measure of its trade with the rest of the world, central bank data showed […]

NIRJALA EKADASHI

Jun 19, 2016 - 6:09 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Nirjala Ekadashi is a Hindu holy day falling on the 11th lunar day (Ekadashi) of the waxing fortnight of the Hindu month of Jyestha (May/June). The ekadashi derives its name from the water-less (Nir-jala) fast observed […]

WHY INDIAN WORKING MOTHERS MAKE THE BEST PROFESSIONALS

Jun 19, 2016 - 6:07 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

If you are a working mother, you already know the struggles of juggling between a career and kids (and home, husbands, in-laws and so many more things). It can get really tough and overwhelming. Rushing out […]

Hydrate, exfoliate, moisturize to avoid dry skin

Jun 19, 2016 - 6:07 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Save your skin from dryness and dehydration. Increase water intake and exfoliate the dead skin cells to achieve smooth skin, says an expert. An expert from Advanced Beauty and Cosmetic Clinic has shared a few tips […]

FOLIC ACID DURING PREGNANCY COULD CUT OBESITY RISK IN CHILDREN

Jun 19, 2016 - 6:06 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Thank your doctor for asking you to have folic acid during pregnancy. By doing so you may have shielded your child’s future risk of obesity, a study reveals. This is more in the case of mothers […]

JUST 15 MINUTES OF DAILY EXERCISE CAN CUT DEATH RISK IN ELDERLY

Jun 19, 2016 - 5:54 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Just exercising for 15 minutes daily may lower the risk of death in the elderly, a new study has claimed. “Age is not an excuse to do no exercise. It is well established that regular […]

Drinking caffeine has little to no benefit after three nights of poor sleep

Jun 19, 2016 - 5:54 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Caffeine is known for its effects as a stimulant, boosting levels of alertness and concentration. However, new American research suggests that caffeine may no longer be beneficial after three nights of just five hours’ sleep. The […]

Scientists design protein to modify memory

Jun 19, 2016 - 5:54 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

NEW YORK: Scientists have developed a new tool to modify brain activity and memory in targeted ways, without the help of any drugs or chemicals. The new tool is a protein that can be encoded […]

BIPASHA BASU TURNS SHOE DESIGNER

Jun 19, 2016 - 5:44 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Actress Bipasha Basu has been trying her luck in footwear designing these days. The newly married actress, who was last seen on silver screen opposite her husband Karan Singh Grover in ‘Alone’, took to Twitter to […]

ACTORS DON’T TAKE UP RELEVANT SUBJECTS: KAREENA

Jun 19, 2016 - 5:44 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan says it’s a rarity for popular stars to take up movies on relevant subjects. But she agreed to do a “small special role” in ‘Udta Punjab‘ –a movie on Punjab’s drug menace […]

Do Lafzon Ki Kahani | MOVIE REVIEW

Jun 19, 2016 - 5:44 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

STORY: Battling the ghosts of his tumultuous past, Sooraj (Randeep Hooda) seeks redemption. He distances himself from the world until a chance encounter with Jenny (Kajal Aggarwal) gives him a sense of purpose. Abandoning his […]

J LAW TO PLAY THERANOS FOUNDER IN HER UPCOMING

Jun 19, 2016 - 5:43 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Jennifer Lawrence is set to star in an upcoming drama based on Silicon Valley founder Elizabeth Holmes, whose blood-testing company Theranos is under federal investigation. Apparently, the 25-year-old actress has herself volunteered to both star and […]

SARAH JESSICA PARKER SURPRISES BRIDES WITH FREE SHOES

Jun 19, 2016 - 5:43 am EDT @theindpanorama 0

Actress Sarah Jessica Parker @SJP surprised three brides by gifting them shoes from her SJP Collection during their wedding dress fittings. Brides-to-be Taylor-Rey, Hilary and Kaitlin were all having their dress and accessories fittings when the actress […]