Radiation is everywhere. We catch it from the sun’s rays in the sky, and from the rocks beneath our feet. It comes from television sets, radios and mobile phones. We absorb it from certain fruits, vegetables and nuts. But not all radiation is equal. Electromagnetic radiation, including radiowaves, microwave, visible and infrared light is known [...]
February 17, 2020
Loknath Das
Health
Amazon’s Echo and Google Home devices are two of the most notable examples of how this technology is transforming the way we connect with machines. In fact, voice search is quickly becoming the primary search mode for consumers, with Comscore UK predicting that by the year 2020, half of all searches will be via voice. [...]
January 28, 2019
Loknath Das
Technology
So many people around us are looking to lose weight. But there are times when you may end up losing weight without having tried hard. And this is not always good news. It is completely natural for your weight to fluctuate; it could be because of hormonal changes, PMS, water retention, many reasons. But if you [...]
July 29, 2018
Loknath Das
Health
Ever feel sluggish after a rubbish night’s sleep? This could be the tip of the iceberg for our brain function, reveals a new study from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and Tel Aviv University, Israel. Researchers found that a lack of good sleep has severe consequences on our brain function and stops brain [...]
November 7, 2017
Loknath Das
Health
It is mind-boggling to understand how our bodily processes are so intricately entwined and need careful planning of our daily diet to achieve a state of good health and wellness. In my opinion, most of the weight related issues are the outcome of a bad dietary pattern or a lifestyle that is too sluggish to [...]
October 23, 2017
Loknath Das
Health
When it comes to setting priorities, Housing For All has been the point of focus for the Modi government since it came to power in 2014. The Policies and programmes developed by the Ministry of Housing under the NDA government, have been supported by budgetary interventions, bringing in a refreshing transformation in the real [...]
February 14, 2017
Saheli
Uncategorized
Sixty years ago, the Dick Tracy comic strip featured a walkie-talkie watch that Detective Tracy used to communicate with his colleagues. It was an uncanny anticipation of our smartphones and watches. The 1960s Jetsons television show predicted Skype, flat-screen TVs, smart watches and personal aircraft. Even though cartoons foresaw some things, technological progress has far [...]
February 3, 2017
Saheli
Technology
Adults over 80 who use information and communication technology are more likely to report mental and physical well-being, according to Stanford research. Researchers at the Stanford Center on Longevity find that adults over 80 benefit from using technology to connect with friends and family. (Image credit: DragonImages / Getty Images) “Critics say that people might [...]
November 28, 2016
Saheli
Technology
How does this system work? A flexi fare system is a pricing method introduced by the Indian Railways on premium trains such as Shatabdi, Duronto and Rajdhani. As per this system, the train fare will increase depending on the demand. Airlines already use this method of pricing. However, this should not be confused with ‘flexible [...]
September 8, 2016
Saheli
News