Gene test can cut warfarin hospitalizations
Use of genetic screening on heart patients helped cut hospitalizations related to the widely used blood thinner warfarin by nearly a third, according to a study.

‘Osama will never be caught alive’
Laden will never face trial in US because he will not be captured alive, says US Attorney General.

Nadda to quit HP Ministry to join as BJP General Secretary
Himachal Pradesh Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda, who has been appointed as BJP General Secretary, on Tuesday said he would soon quit ministry to take up the new assignment.

Better genetic test for autism
A new study has found that a genetic test that samples the entire genome, known as chromosomal microarray analysis (CMA), has about three times the detection rate for genetic changes related to autism than standard tests.

Baba Ramdev not yet decided on contesting polls
Yoga guru Baba Ramdev says he has not yet taken a call on contesting elections, but will field candidates in all the seats for the next Lok Sabha elections.

Scientists crack opium poppy`s genetic code
Researchers have discovered the genes that allow the opium poppy to make codeine and morphine, according to a new study.

Scientists develop most potent homogeneous catalyst known for water oxidation
Reports indicate that Emory University chemists in US have developed the most potent homogeneous catalyst known for water oxidation, considered a crucial component for generating clean hydrogen fuel using water and sunlight.

Oppn, Govt spar over thin attendance in Lok Sabha
The Opposition and the Government on Friday took swipes at each other over absence of ministers and members in the Lok Sabha during the debate on Budget.

29 Brigadiers promoted as Major Generals in Pak
Pakistan`s powerful army chief Ashfaq Parvez Kayani has promoted 29 Brigadiers to the rank of Major General and at least seven more officers are expected to be made three-star Generals over the next few weeks.

"Personal" study shows gene maps can spot disease
Two studies published on Wednesday show it is possible to sequence the entire gene maps of families with inherited diseases and pinpoint the offending bit of DNA.