Do LED bulbs emit harmful UV radiation? Which are the safest options for homes

LED or Light-emitting diode bulbs are household things these days. These have become the dominant technology for lighting thanks to their energy efficiency and long life values. There’s no doubt that LED lights have revolutionised the way we illuminate homes and workplaces across the globe. However, the question here is do these LEDs emit harmful … Read more

‘Taking Indian coaching to the world’: R Ashwin praises Sourav Ganguly’s SA20 impact | Cricket News

R Ashwin and Sourav Ganguly (Agency Image) Sourav Ganguly has made a striking start to his coaching career, with the former India captain guiding Pretoria Capitals into the final of the SA20 in his very first season at the helm. Ganguly is currently leading the Capitals’ campaign as head coach, with the Keshav Maharaj-led side … Read more

IAS officer shunted over dog-walking row returns: Sanjeev Khirwar appointed Delhi MCD commissioner; focus on roads and strays | Delhi News

NEW DELHI: Sanjeev Khirwar, a 1994-batch IAS officer, was appointed as the new municipal commissioner of Delhi, more than three years after he was shifted out of the capital following a dog-walking row. He is likely to take charge on Thursday.Khirwar was moved out of Delhi in 2022 after he was embroiled in a controversy … Read more

‘Once-in-a lifetime’ snowstorm alert issued for Texas, residents asked to prepare as if a hurricane is coming

A ‘once-in- a lifetime’ snowstorm alert has been issued in Texas, triggering panic buying by the residents as Governor Greg Abbott activated state emergency response resources. Forecasters said cold temperatures will begin in the Austin area overnight Friday, and the weekend might turn into catastrophic. Meteorologist Dylan Federico said it will be a rare high-impact … Read more

Murshidabad BDO office vandalised: EC orders FIR against TMC MLA Monirul Islam; cites poll-duty obstruction | India News

Election Commsiion of India (File photo) NEW DELHI: The Election Commission on Thursday directed to register an FIR against Trinamool Congress MLA Monirul Islam for alleged vandalism at the Farakka Block Development Office (BDO) in West Bengal last week. The poll body asked the district administration to file the FIR by 5 pm, after observing … Read more

‘Jana Nayagan’ censor row: Era Saravanan claims hurdles are deliberate and planned; stands by H Vinoth’s approach | Tamil Movie News

The most awaited film in the Tamil film industry, ‘Jana Nayagan’, is reportedly still entwined in a series of censorship, legal, political, and OTT issues. There being no clarity regarding a theatrical release, ‘Jana Nayagan’ is creating a lot of buzz in the film industry. The fans are looking forward to each news update related … Read more

India-EU trade: GSP suspension raises tariffs on 87% of exports; here’s what GTRI report says

India’s exports to the European Union is facing higher import tariffs from January 1, 2026, after the EU suspended Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP) benefits for 87% of Indian goods, according to a report by trade policy think tank, Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI).The move means that a large share of Indian exports will now … Read more