News at a Glance
Aadhar not necessary says the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court bench was hearing petitions challenging the Centers ambitious scheme to provide Aadhar card to all citizens and decide whether right to privacy is a fundamental right.
Posted On :12/Aug/2015 12:15:15 PM
Much-awaited Good And Services Tax Bill tabled in Rajya Sabha
The much-awaited Good And Services Tax Bill for passage in the Rajya Sabha was tabled by Government on Tuesday. What is the GST? It is Goods and Services Tax.
Posted On :12/Aug/2015 12:08:22 PM
Gene that causes obesity discovered
A study conducted by scientists at the University of British Columbia has shown that there may be a gene that causes obesity. The study suggests that fat accumulation can be prevented by suppressing the gene.
Posted On :12/Aug/2015 12:03:04 PM
German scientists develop iSkin
Scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Informatics and at Saarland University in Germany have developed a sensor that can be worn on the skin. This turns into a touch sensitive surface and can be used to control mobile devices. It has been named iSkin.
Posted On :12/Aug/2015 11:49:52 AM
Universe is slowly dying
We used as many space and ground-based telescopes as we could get our hands on. The universe has basically sat down on the sofa, pulled up a blanket and is about to nod off for an eternal doze.
Posted On :12/Aug/2015 11:42:34 AM
Railways may introduce new initiatives
The Indian railways is debating whether to introduce an initiative that will provide berths in other trains running on the same route, on the same ticket.
Posted On :12/Aug/2015 11:36:55 AM
41st Kamban Vizha organized by Kovai Kamban Kazhagam
Every year the Kamban Vizha is celebrated in Chennai. It has been celebrated for the last 40 years. Coming year the 41st Kamban Vizha will be celebrated from 14th August and will continue for three days.
Posted On :12/Aug/2015 11:29:20 AM
Groundwater quality improves in the city
Groundwater in the city has gone up by 0.25 m after the rain in July. Metro water has now fixed 4137 had pumps across the city, keeping this in mind.
Posted On :12/Aug/2015 11:18:41 AM
Madras Week Celebrations - Murugappa Group has announced contests
Madras Week celebrations are being held in a grand manner for the last 376 years. Arrangements are also being made this year to celebrate this week in a grand manner.
Posted On :12/Aug/2015 11:11:28 AM
Daily Bengaluru - Chennai flight from Air Pegasus
Air Pegasus will fly daily between Bengaluru and Chennai. The airline has already launched its daily flight from Bengaluru to Mangaluru. It has also increased the frequency of Bengaluru to Hubli, and the Bengaluru to Madurai services.
Posted On :12/Aug/2015 11:02:34 AM
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