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Emphasising that stress-related disorders due to driving are a serious health concern, the Tata Lite survey laments there isn't any focused study in India to monitor commuting stress affecting an individual's physiology.

Bengaluru: Road rage up, thanks to bad traffic

Emphasising that stress-related disorders due to driving are a serious health concern.

22 Oct 2019 1:48 AM

Our ability to think and memorise information arises from our nervous systems. (Photo: Pixabay)

Our memory shifts into high gear when we think about raising children: Study

Our ability to think and memorise information arises from our nervous systems.

17 Dec 2017 4:31 PM

In the new study, Ropars and colleague Albert le Floch spotted a major difference between the arrangement of cones between the eyes of dyslexic and non-dyslexic people enrolled in an experiment. (Photo: AFP)

Scientists may have found a cause of dyslexia

In people with reading disability, cells are arranged in matching patterns in both eyes, which may confuse brain with "mirror" images.

19 Oct 2017 8:42 AM

Anna Wedell, chairman of the Nobel committee, center, and members of the committee Juleen Zierath, left, and Carlos Ibanez, announce the winners of the 2017 Nobel Prize for Medicine. (Photo: AP)

Nobel Prize for medicine goes to 3 American scientists for body rhythm work

The laureates are Jeffrey C. Hall, Michael Rosbash and Michael W. Young.

02 Oct 2017 4:15 PM

Exercising on an empty stomach may help burn more body fat and fuel your metabolism. (Photo: Pixabay)

Exercising on empty stomach may be better for health: study

Exercise in an empty stomach might provoke more favourable changes in adipose tissue, which could be beneficial for health in the long term

10 Apr 2017 2:10 PM

These students get stipend once they complete their first year, besides various other facilities. This fee is very nominal,” said an officer from the medical education department.

Karnataka: MD course at dirt cheap Rs 5,000 per year!

In contrast, private medical colleges charge hefty amounts for the same courses.

09 Apr 2017 5:42 AM

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Soon, lie-detecting security kiosks at airports!

The system is currently under test at the Canadian border to check if travellers have any motive than the one disclosed.

29 Dec 2016 2:13 PM

The findings were published in the journal Health Psychology.

Stressed moms may have babies with low birth weight

Elevated maternal cortisol reduces blood flow to the foetus, which deprives the foetus of oxygen and nutrients.

27 Mar 2016 10:33 AM

It’s not just your body that needs a balanced diet and intense workouts to remain in optimum working condition; your brain needs the same too. (Photo: File photo)

The best types of exercises for the brain

There are certain types of exercises that can help in the generation of new brain cells, according to a study.

19 Feb 2016 7:44 PM

Representational Image. (Picture Courtesy: File photo)

Scientists claim that humans are wired to be lazy

The nervous system subconsciously monitors energy use even within activities like walking

11 Sep 2015 11:11 PM

Prof H. Balram, Director, IISc, with Dr Harold E. Varmus

Cancer: Expert bets on genomics

In 1989, Dr Harold E. Varmus, received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.

22 Jan 2014 7:06 PM

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Stories of hope | Frontline warriors get do-gooders’ aid

The members of the organisation are providing protective gear, masks and nutritious healthy meals to them. — DC Image

What it is like to be inside a Covid-19 ICU ward as a doctor

Inside the blue full body protection kits, doctors, nurses and other support staff go about their tasks methodically. At stake are the lives of infected patients who, along with their families, have placed their faith in god the almighty and the hospital staff. (Representational Image/AFP)

INSIDE THE WAR ROOM: Stressed doctors, nurses and other Covid Warriors

A health worker inspects COVID-19 patients undergoing treatment at Shehnai Banquet Hall, converted into an isolation centre amid surge in coronavirus cases, near LNJP Hospital in New Delhi. (PTI)

Berlinale: A teacher, a porn clip and the hypocrisy of a nation

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Berlinale: Sharlto Copley's bravura act as Unabomber makes 'Ted K' stand out

The South African actor, known for his performance as Wikus van der Merwe in the 2009 science fiction film 'District 9', carries 'Ted K' with a meticulously studied but intense act that is as discomforting as it is impressive.

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A Kashmiri boatman rows his boat through a closed floating market on the Dal Lake during lockdown to stop the spread of the coronavirus in Srinagar, Indian controlled Kashmir. Indian-controlled Kashmir's economy is yet to recover from a colossal loss a year after New Delhi scrapped the disputed region's autonomous status and divided it into two federally governed territories. (Photo: AP)

Jammu & Kashmir’s economy struggles amid lockdowns

A worker sanitises the fountain in the atrium of the Phoenix Market City, Kurla in Mumbai ahead of the August 5 reopening. (DC Photo: Rajesh Jadhav)

Mumbai malls to reopen but the experience will be very different

Revolt Motors has finally unveiled its maiden electric bike, the RV 400. In fact, when the deliveries begin next month, it will become the first electric motorcycle to go on sale in India. There’s no word on the price yet, but we expect it to cost around Rs 1 lakh (on-road). At this price, the RV 400 would be one heck of a deal considering that it is loaded with features. Here’s a closer look at the electric motorcycle in detailed images. (Source: BikeDekho.com)

Photos: Revolt RV 400 electric bike

There are many sports bikes currently on sale from various manufacturers starting from 1 Lakh. The most popular products under this bracket are the Suzuki Hayabusa, Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX, MV Agusta Brutale and Ducati Panigale V4. To know more about the latest prices of sports bikes in your city, offers, variants, specifications, pictures, mileage, reviews and other details from the list below. (Source: Bike Dekho.com)

7 expensive sports bikes in India

German carmaker Audi has revealed the e-tron for the Indian market. The e-tron is an all-electric SUV that was revealed globally in November last year and is Audi’s first truly all-electric product for the global market. Take a look at the most important car news from the week gone by. (Source: CarDekho.com)

Top 5 car news of the week

Choosing the right car within a budget of Rs 10 lakh can be quite a challenge. Each of the offerings in this class bring something unique to the table – right from the latest entrant Volkswagen Polo to the feature rich Renault Kwid and the universally acclaimed Maruti Suzuki Alto 800. (Source: CarDekho.com)

Budget Rs 10 lakhs: 8 cars that you can check out right now

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