5 Indians make it on TIME's most influential list

The TIME magazine has released a list of 100 pioneers, leaders, titans, artists, and icons who marked their impact on people this year (external link).   This year, India's Prime Minister......

Top honour for 2 Indian American scientists

Two Indian American scientists -- Dr Romesh C Batra and Dr Kodi S Ravichandran -- were among the four Outstanding Scientists of 2011 honoured with the Governor's Award for Science Innovation by......

The young fighters for tradition

Shruti Iyer, 17, will tell you how much she enjoys studying at a Catholic school. She will also tell you with distinct pride how she chose the new Hindu temple for her school project. She wanted to......

Doctors' neckties carry germs

Believe it or not, but neckties worn by doctors can and do carry dangerous pathogens, according to a study.It suggests a bedside visit by a well-dressed physician could dole out disease along with......