TC-I Tidbits

Your daily dose of headlines:

• Mobile bank: HDFC plans to unveil its pilot mobile bank branch with an ATM aimed at microfinance clients. While the term mobile bank here differs from what we envision with regard to the use of mobile phones, it is still a step in the right direction.
• Women’s reservations: The Congress Party has vowed to keep this bill alive despite criticisms and to bring their allies on board.
• Genes and Health: Briitsh scientists have found a gene that contributes Indians being more susceptible to being overweight and having diabetes.