A study carried out by the Centre for Science and Environment has revealed the alarming fact that most of the popular brands of paints available in India contain high quantities of lead, a toxin especially dangerous for children.The CSE's Pollution Monitoring Laboratory tested these brands for their lead content over 2008 and 2009. It found that 72 per cent of the samples had lead much higher than the voluntary limit specified by the Bureau of Indian Standards.

We all want a glowing complexion, but no amount of makeup can help if the skin isn't supple and nourished from within. Start out on the right note with moisturisation; that's where that coveted healthy flush begins.

Pune: Family of swine flu victim to sue hospital

'I believe that the world is headed for the biggest health crisis ever because of the lack of transparency.'

Reader Prashanth Raghavendra sent us this photograph from London.

Dermatologist Dr Parul Kolhe briefs readers on the latest effective treatments for cellulite.

Noted cricket statistician Rajneesh Gupta replies to readers' queries.

Meet Verve's undisputed power cover girl, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan at her candid best.

Nothing short of the death of old industrial policies of pre-climate crisis era and rebirth of enlightened policy making that takes into account intergenerational equity with regard to natural resources would be sufficient.

ISB Dean Ajit Rangnekar discusses the Indian education system, the difficulties graduates face in the economic slowdown and why Indian business must be bold, but different.

Reader Vineeth sent us this picture from Manchester.

In their endeavor to produce a cost effective and environment friendly vehicle, the students of MM University has made first of its kind tri-fuel car- TRIO

Women's prayers have finally been answered -- underwear that reduces cellulite and improves body shape has gone on sale in the UK.

Art of Living teacher Swami Sadyojathah talks about the trauma relief programme he conducted for Sri Lanka's terror-hit cricket team and the secret to healthy living.

A microscopic technology capable of generating electricity from human movement such as walking, waving or even blood flowing has been developed by researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology.

With Women's Day around the corner, we analyse the hectic pace of the working woman's life and what can be done to slow things down.

Dermatologist Dr Kolhe tells you how to keep the skin under your eyes looking fresh and healthy.

Fighting the war 'within' is a bigger challenge for the average MBA aspirant gearing up for the upcoming CAT, than the war 'without'. The question now is how well you are girded up for the big day.

More than nuclear power, India stands to gain access to a wide range of dual-use goods and technologies, from which it was barred, as a result of the waiver by the 45-country Nuclear Suppliers' Group.

A study carried out by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences showed that 15 per cent of patients who took antibiotics for various diseases suffered from diarrhoea, termed as antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. The disease, caused by specific bacteria called clostridium difficile, can be life-threatening in extreme circumstances, Prof Rama Chaudhry of the micro-biology department of AIIMS, under whose supervision the study was carried out, told PTI.

If you think acidity is associated with grey hair, retirement and wrinkles, here's news -- acidity can affect those with streaked hair and the hip and the happening as well. Kanchan Maslekar explores.

Avid tourists may no longer have to worry about catching the dreaded travellers' diarrhoea, popularly known as Montezuma's Revenge during their numerous jaunts, thanks to researchers at The University of Texas School of Public Health, who have developed a new needle-free vaccine containing E. coli toxins, which they claim prevents the disease.

Skincare expert Dr Parul Kolhe tells us how to keep our skin healthy and glowing through this hot, humid summer.

You have heard it time and again -- drink eight glasses of water a day to stay hydrated. But, this cliched advice lacks scientific evidence, claim scientists. According to a new study, a recent look at what is known about the health effects of drinking water reveals that most supposed benefits are not backed by solid evidence.

Anthrax, a potentially fatal human disease is caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis. A very serious and rapidly progressing form of the disease occurs when bacterial spores are inhaled making anthrax a potent threat when used as a biological warfare agent. The new study, conducted by an international team of researchers from Cardiff University and University of Maryland, has revealed how the humble cup of tea could well be an antidote to Anthrax.

Fitness expert Brinda Sapat outlines an exercise routine and diet do's and don'ts for great skin!

I(f you are determined to keep the common cold at bay, try these seven easy-to-do st

Exploring the lush backwaters, dabbling in local cooking and sirodhara are just a few of Kerala's charms

It's time to DETOX. Cleanse your bodies, clear your minds and reboot your entire system for the year ahead. Here are 10 spots that make getting your system back on track a luxurious experience.

Two Silicon Valley firms - Nanostellar and Meraki - have been selected by the Geneva-based World Economic Forum as Technology Pioneers 2008. Both companies are headed by Indo-Americans - Nanostellar by Pankaj Dhingra, president and chief executive officer, and Meraki Inc by Sanjit Biswas, co-founder and chief executive officer.

Dr. Ere Shesiah, chief consultant pathologist of the Jamaican government, told an inquest that Bob Woolmer "died of asphyxia due to manual strangulation associated with Cypermethrinide poisoning".

Pat Welch, managing director, Allergan, was in India to promote Botox, the miracle cure for face wrinkles.

Jonny Wilkinson said his cool exterior belied big-match nerves as he kicked England to victory in the World Cup semi-final against France.

Rushing for work and no time to have a sandwich and a fruit? Slam on the brakes, take a U-turn and return to the kitchen! It may not be one of the wisest decisions to skip meals, particularly breakfast. Here are 5 easy tips to make sure your eating habits are working for you.

Exporters in India are hopeful that the EU would soon lift the ban, which was imposed last month.

If India is to become the favourite junk provider of the world then we will have to do the same. The only difference between us and the Chinese is our democracy.

Powering your company's digital backbone isn't cheap. Here are some ways you can save.

Get Ahead diet expert Samreedhi Goel analyses the fat content of three ever-popular dishes.

New threats, such as West Nile virus and Lyme disease, have also developed

More than 85 percent of gold mined today will end up as jewelry tomorrow. Gold mining is not an essential industry like the harvesting of food or even paper production. It is certainly not sustainable, nor is it just.