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Methane on Mars 'not an indication for life'
A team of researchers has found a major source of methane on Mars, which may bring "down to earth" all those who firmly believe in the biological origin of the gas. It was a sensation when scientists discovered methane in Mars' atmosphere nine years ago. Many saw the presence of the gas as a clear indication of life on the inhospitable planet, as on Earth methane is produced predominantly by biological

Meteorites give valuable insights into Mars' atmosphere

Washington: Scientists have found that meteorites, which continually bombard the surface of Mars, contain enough carbon compounds to generate methane when they are exposed to sunlight. The discovery

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7 scientists share $1 million prizes for research

Seven scientists won prizes Thursday for discoveries that involve the furthest reaches of the solar system, vanishingly tiny materials and the complexities of the brain. One finding helped end

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Mars missions 'may benefit from meteor that fell on Oz 40 yrs ago'
A discovery about the make-up of the atmosphere of Mars could help inform future missions searching for life on the planet.

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Detroit Symphony resolves bank loans tied to venue

The Detroit Symphony Orchestra announced Thursday that it has resolved $54 million in loans owed to five banks on a real estate deal for the Max M. Fisher Music Center, allowing the 125-year-old

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Max New York Life Net Profit Up by 159% to Rs. 733 Crores
Max New York Life Insurance, the largest non bank owned private life insurer today announced its audited results for the Financial Year 2011 -12. The company recorded 10% growth in gross premium to Rs. 6,391 Crores while the profit increased 159% to Rs. 733 Crores. The Company also performed well on other parameters like asset under management, recording a growth of 24% to Rs. 17,215 Crores over the last financial year, while solvency margin increased to 534%.

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