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Indian Railways working on technology to achieve Mission 41 K; know what it is

July 31, 2017 Loknath Das41, Achieve, Indian, Is, It, K, Know, Mission, On, Railways, Technology', to, What, Working

Indian Railways is working on technologies that will enable 40% substitution of diesel by compressed natural gas (CNG) in locomotives and nine-zoned solar panels on diesel electric multiple units (DEMUs). The move will help railways achieve its ‘Mission 41K’ target and reduce carbon footprint. The development comes close on the heels of railways flagging off a solar-powered DEMU, a six-coach rake, which is expected to save 21,000 litre of diesel annually, translating to savings of Rs 12 lakh, and also cut carbon emission by 9 tonne per year. Such initiatives are…

What Is A Healthy Body Fat Percentage?

July 30, 2017 Loknath Dasa, body, fat, Healthy, Is, percentage, What

In the past men hit the weights room with the primary aim of bulking up, but today the main fitness goal of many is to “get lean” – namely to strip away the fat in your body to reveal the array of muscles beneath. Think Brad Pitt in Fight Club or Cristiano Ronaldo at any point in the past ten years. Ripped muscles, and not a shred of excess flab. To achieve this physique there has been an increased focus among trainers and gym-goers alike on body fat percentage, with the ultimate…

Decoded: What your yawn means

June 24, 2017 Loknath DasDecoded:, means, What, yawn, Your

Things a yawn could mean beyond tiredness If you think yawning is a mere indication from your tired body to take a nap or a relaxing break, you need to give it a thought again! You might have experienced that despite being vigilant, you still yawn. If facts are to be believed, yawns are contagious, more so if it’s a friend who is yawning. What could be the other possible causes? We decode. Does yawning really mean your body lacks oxygen? Many of us have this misconception that…

What Causes Hearing Loss? It May Have to Do with Your Genes

June 3, 2017 Loknath Dascauses, Do, Genes, Have, hearing, It, Loss, May, to, What, With, Your

Hearing loss or hearing impairment is a partial or complete inability to hear. It can be in one or both the ears. Certain conditions like ageing, damage or trauma to the ear, birthing complications, infection, noise or genetics are the leading causes of hearing loss. Hearing impairment can be permanent or temporary and can be cured with different treatments. It can be diagnosed by taking a hearing test. If a person is unable to hear 25 decibels they are claimed to be suffering from hearing loss. It can be categorised…

Amazon Echo Look Is a Voice-Controlled Camera That Tells You What to Wear

April 27, 2017 Loknath Dasa, Amazon, Camera, Echo, Is, look, tells, That, to, Voice-Controlled, Wear, What, You

Amazon.com Inc wants to help you choose what to wear. The technology and retailing behemoth on Wednesday unveiled a voice-controlled camera, the Echo Look, and an app that recommends which of two outfits is best, using fashion specialists’ advice and algorithms that check for the latest trends. The new product underscores Amazon’s ambitions to be a top player in fashion and voice-powered computing. Amazon is working to make its voice assistant Alexa, which competes with Apple Inc’s Siri, an indispensable feature of people’s lives: from playing music to helping…

What is a Patiala Peg and How Did it Get its Name?

March 21, 2017 Loknath Dasa, and, Did, Get, How, Is, It, Its, name, Patiala, Peg, What

If you have partied in North India, or even gone out with friends for a few drinks, there is a good chance you would have heard the term ‘Patiala Peg’ being used. Accompanied by loud banter and an attempt to outshine or exhibit bravado, the Patiala peg has come to signify more than a measure of whisky, it is almost a sign of ‘masculinity’ in Punjab. The rough volume of a Patiala peg is around 120ml. This is roughly four ‘smalls’ or two ‘large’ drinks in colloquial terms. However,…