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Water, water everywhere but not a drop to drink!

In the last century, several wars were fought over oil. However, in this century, experts predict that majority of wars will be fought over control and use of water bodies. Growing deforestation, melting of glaciers, pollution, etc. have put serious pressure on available water resources. The United Nations celebrate June 5 as World Environment Day. But is one day enough to save the environment?

Scientists predict that ...

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It is important to develop good habits.

“Habits are either the best of servants or the worst of masters” wrote Emmons. This saying rightfully tells that there are good as well as bad habits.
Habits are routines of behaviour that are repeated regularly and often subconsciously. With each repetition there is an increased automaticity in the behaviour. Scientifically, it takes about three weeks to establish or break a habit.

Why and when should we develop good habits? ...