Life, More features, 15th Aug 2018, News & Stories from India

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Life More Features 15 Aug 2018

Life, More features, 15 Aug 2018

He admitted to taking 100 mg of Viagra the night before causing his erection to persist even after sex (Photo: Pixabay)

Man in UP fractures his penis as child jumps on him while trying to wake him up

Surgeons repaired the injury and the man was finally able to get erections six weeks after the incident.

15 Aug 2018 8:48 PM

Their tendency to break laws comes from a feeling that they are above the law (Photo: Pixabay)

Scientists show how wealthy people are more likely to indulge in unethical behaviour

A study showed that wealthy people are more inclined to lie while negotiating, cheat to win and endorse unethical practices at work.

15 Aug 2018 6:30 PM

Wi-Fi can now detect weapons and bombs

Next steps include trying to boost accuracy in detecting objects by imaging their shapes and estimating liquid volumes.

15 Aug 2018 6:05 PM

As India celebrates its 72 Independence Day, we look at a few books that have documented India's struggle for freedom and have left a mark in our conscience. (Photo: PTI)

Independence Day 2018: 5 books one must read on India's freedom struggle

From non-fictional accounts to works of fiction we list five must reads that deal with India’s struggle for freedom.

15 Aug 2018 9:40 AM

According to Google, today's doodle, featuring some of India's most iconic animals, was inspired by Indian truck art.

Google celebrates India's 72nd Independence day with Truck art Doodle

Google's Independence Day Doodle features two peacocks, a Bengal tiger and an Asiatic elephant.

15 Aug 2018 8:24 AM

As India celebrates the 72nd Independence Day with pride and fervour, let’s relive the sacrifices of countless souls who made our today wonderful and gave us the right to breathe the air of freedom.

Take a trip down freedom lane

A tribute to the inspiring souls whose lives were not less than any revolution and who with their lives ignited the cause of freedom.

15 Aug 2018 12:20 AM

When you join the Navy everyone goes through six months of training at the Indian Naval Academy.

6 women and the sea

They also took every opportunity to celebrate the birthdays of crew members and even the ship herself

15 Aug 2018 12:17 AM

On the first floor, you can check documents and manuscripts, Tylos and Islam, and trades and crafts.

The Pearl of the Gulf

And much like the rest of the experiences here — this is a country that is as warm as it is friendly and welcoming.

15 Aug 2018 12:16 AM

Perhaps Readings in the Shed will spark more informed debates about an important chapter in India’s past, so that history doesn’t repeat itself.

Notes on the nation’s past

Readings in the Shed presents diverse British opinions on India’s colonisation and independence.

15 Aug 2018 12:15 AM

Agents of change

As India clocks in 72 years of independence, we look at those who are striving towards social upliftment.

15 Aug 2018 12:11 AM

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