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Monsoon Rainfall In India To Become More Variable With Climate Change

Scientists have predicted that day-to-day rainfall in India might become much more variable during the monsoon season due to climate change.

Universal HIV Testing In India Would Be Cost-Effective, Study

A new study has determined that providing universal HIV testing for India’s one billion-plus population would prove to be a cost-effective approach to managing the epidemic.

HKUST Retains Lead In QS University Rankings: Asia 2013

The QS University Rankings: Asia 2013 rankings was released this week by Quacquarelli Symonds.

People Who Walk Or Cycle To Work Less Likely To Be Obese, Study

People who walk or cycle to work are less likely to be overweight or obese, according to a study on 4,000 participants in India.

Top Salaries For Indian Academics, But Few Takers

Though India's teachers are paid well, few Indians appear interested in taking up the profession, writes Prof. Pushkar of BITS Pilani-Goa.

Indians With Arthritis At Greater Risk Of Heart Disease, Study

Indian patients with rheumatoid arthritis face a greater risk of developing heart disease than their European and US counterparts, says a new study.

Kids With Asthma Stigmatized In India, Study

Considerable stigma is still attached to asthma in India, says a new study.

Study Shows 20 Minutes Of Yoga Stimulates Brain Function

Researchers report that a single, 20-minute session of Hatha yoga significantly improved participants' brain function.

Gene Associated With Adolescent-Onset Scoliosis Identified

Japanese researchers have identified the first gene to be linked to adolescent idiopathic scoliosis.