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Haven or trap? Study finds sinkholes protect endangered tree at evolutionary cost China’s huge sinkholes, known as tiankengs (“heavenly pits” in Chinese), are both helping and harming one of the region’s most endangered plants at the same time. They protect the rare Magnolia aromatica tree from climate change, but they also keep its populations isolated, … Read more
PM-postcard for Skyroot Vikram-1 misssion NEW DELHI: When Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1, India’s first privately developed orbital-class rocket, will fly to space at 11.30am on Saturday, it will carry a message for the universe from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.In a video post on X, Skyroot Aerospace said on Friday, “Among the payloads on Vikram-1 Test Flight-1 … Read more
Hydrogen-train flagged off while Andy Burnham is set to become UK PM PM Modi on Friday flagged off India’s first hydrogen-powered train.Andy Burnham is set to be new UK Prime Minister, takes over from Keir Starmer on Monday.A BJP MLA in MP sparked controversy after refused to hear grievances of villagers from a neighbouring Assembly … Read more
Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of The Odyssey has received significant fan acclaim. The movie’s star cast shared a one-minute musical rap explaining the plot. Actors like Matt Damon and Zendaya introduced characters and key story elements. This creative recap helped fans understand the epic narrative before its release. The film promises a grand visual and … Read more
Academics are worried about the new F1 visa rule as a PhD cannot be completed in four years. The new 4-year policy for F-1 students that the Donald Trump administration finalized on Thursday led to major confusion among academics as experts questioned how PhD students are supposed to complete their course in four years. International … Read more
Many people swear by Lauki juice and consume it as a morning ritual, as it is a shortcut for weight loss and digestion. While a tall glass of freshly made bottle gourd is perfectly safe, you will be shocked to know that this juice can be dangerous as well! If the juice tastes bitter, it … Read more
Brent crude prices in the spot market briefly surged to around $144 per barrel before easing as markets adjusted. (Representative image) The Middle East conflict and the closure of Strait of Hormuz led to the biggest oil supply shock and disruption in recent times. Global oil supply fell by 13.6 million barrels per day, which … Read more
Winning tells you very little about what someone is actually made of. Pelé, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers in history, argued the real test comes later. “Success isn’t determined by how many times you win, but by how you play the week after you lose,” he said. A scoreline settles a single … Read more
Actor Kalki Koechlin recently reflected on an uncomfortable encounter with a film producer who suggested she get cosmetic fillers for her laugh lines during a casual lunch meeting. Kalki revealed that although the comment angered her, she chose to handle the situation with humour rather than confrontation.Recalling the incident, Kalki said the conversation initially revolved … Read more
Ashwin Varde calls Paresh Rawal’s ‘OMG 2’ allegations ‘BASELESS’, calls actor’s attempt to make the film without Akshay Kumar ‘unethical’ The controversy surrounding ‘OMG 2’ has taken a dramatic turn after producer Ashwin Varde responded to Paresh Rawal’s recent allegations. Days after the veteran actor claimed that the idea behind the Akshay Kumar-starrer was his … Read more