Monthly Archives: April 2011

India’s provisional population totals announced

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Rashid Faridi

      The Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India, Ministry of Home Affairs on March 31 published the provisional population totals based on Census 2011 data. According to the provisional population totals, India’s decadal population growth … Continue reading →

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Maple Syrup is a Superfood!!

Posted on April 3, 2011 by Rashid Faridi

Researchers have identified compounds in maple syrup with similar anti-inflammatory or anti-oxidant properties as blueberries, green tea and other “superfoods.” Initial studies also suggest that polyphenols in the syrup may help keep blood sugar levels in check, important for diabetics, … Continue reading →

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India’s tsunami warning centre working well

Posted on April 2, 2011 by Rashid Faridi

After the December 26, 2004 tsunami, the Government of India invested heavily in putting together state-of-the-art infrastructure, information technology and resources to set up the Tsunami Early Warning Centre at the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) in … Continue reading →

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