Life, More features, 6th Dec 2019, News & Stories from India

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Life More Features 06 Dec 2019

Life, More features, 06 Dec 2019

They combined electrical engineering and emerging business communication to give the eel a voice. (Photo: AP)

Electrical eel powers Christmas lights in Tennessee Aquarium

Shocked? Electric eel powers aquarium’s Christmas lights.

06 Dec 2019 6:45 PM

The initiative came about at the request of a local parliamentarian who wanted to beautify and transform the area better known for its dirt and foul smell than art. (Photo: AFP)

Colourful wall murals give makeover to Delhi slums

Rainbow murals bring some cheer to Delhi slum.

06 Dec 2019 1:08 PM

Unmarried women in China are largely barred from accessing sperm banks and in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment, forcing them to seek options abroad. (Photo: AFP)

Single Chinese women prefer foreign sperm donors

China's single women seek sperm donors overseas.

06 Dec 2019 12:17 PM

The effectiveness of the teacher is the most important component for pupil attainment. (Photo: ANI)

Attentive teachers can positively impact students’ performance

Teacher's effectiveness has great impact on student's achievement: Study.

06 Dec 2019 12:09 PM

City-based mural artist Rouble Nagi is a firm believer that talking about equality is not charity but a primary right. Through her Rouble Nagi Art Foundation, the artist works towards bringing change in the mindsets of people towards equality.

Equality through art

Mural artist Rouble Nagi talks about her work, the need for equality, and her recent collaboration with Shubharambh.

06 Dec 2019 2:57 AM

Alia, Shaheen and Pooja Bhatt at I’ve Never Been (Un)Happier book launch. (Photo: Mrugesh Bandiwadekar)

Little Miss Sunshine

Debutant author Shaheen Bhatt talks about her book, finding support in her family and self-care.

06 Dec 2019 2:52 AM

Lens on childhood

The director will be presenting his film at a children's film festival in the capital.

06 Dec 2019 2:34 AM

Value systems temper-control and discipline baser instincts like lust, hatred, anger, violence and frustration from spilling onto uncontrolled rampage.

Values maketh man

A recent and horrible gang rape brings us back to the age-old problem: we lack in our value system and that must be rectified immediately.

06 Dec 2019 2:27 AM

In September this year, when the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) lost contact with the Vikram lander around 2.1 kilometres over the lunar surface, it was perceived as a setback to India’s maiden attempt to land a spacecraft on the moon.

Finding Vikram

A Chennai-based space enthusiast has achieved an exceptional feat by discovering the debris of ISRO’s lost Lander.

06 Dec 2019 2:22 AM

Mapping memories

An exhibition that gives glimpses of India from the 1700s up to 1946 by displaying maps previously unseen.

06 Dec 2019 2:13 AM

Stars turn sport entrepreneurs

Sports leagues have the added glam factor now, with well known actors investing in them.

06 Dec 2019 2:03 AM

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Dilip Cherian

Dilip Cherian | Wheels of discord: IPS officer in Haryana has an odd complaint

Senior IPS Officer Y. Puran Kumar Raises Eyebrows with Complaint of Car Discrimination Amid Lok Sabha Elections

Sanjeev Ahluwalia

Sanjeev Ahluwalia | The choice in Elections 2024: A grand spectacle or a wake?

Modi's "Guarantee 2024" vs Congress' "Nyay Patra" - A Clash of Narratives

Aakar Patel

Aakar Patel | If India becomes a Hindu Rashtra, will there be any difference at all?

Exploring the historical context and implications of the term "Hindu Rashtra" in light of constitutional and legal frameworks.

Shikha Mukerjee

Shikha Mukerjee | BJP dominance in political discourse sees adjustments

The BJP adapts its messaging, responding to opposition criticism with new assurances and clarifications.

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