When a magnitude 9.0 earthquake and the devastating tsunami that followed struck Japan’s north-eastern coast in March 2011, entire towns were swept away, nearly 20,000 people were killed or went missing, and vast stretches of coastline were left in ruins. In the years since, Japan has invested billions of yen in massive concrete seawalls, but…
Plastic notes have several advantages, including stronger security features, a lower risk of counterfeiting. (Image for representative purpose only) India’s first plastic or polymer notes are expected to go into circulation at the start of the next financial year, RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra has said. Sharing an update on the pilot project at the post…
When late actor Pradeep Rawat revealed how one late-night call from Aamir Khan changed his life and brought him ‘Lagaan’: ‘Woh tumhe apni agli film mein lena chahte hain’ Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat, remembered for memorable performances in ‘Lagaan’, ‘Ghajini’ and B.R. Chopra’s television epic ‘Mahabharat’, passed away at the age of 74 after battling…
Image: Phillip Carter/ Youtube A Chicago YouTuber known for reviewing luxury fragrances has been charged after authorities accused him of carrying out an elaborate return fraud scheme involving expensive designer perfumes. According to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office, investigators say Philip Carter, 30, purchased high-end fragrances online, removed the original bottles, replaced them with modeling…
Wellington and other historic UK schools expand in India, sparking debate over education inequality NEW DELHI: The names carry centuries of history. Harrow, Wellington, Queen Elizabeth, Shrewsbury — some of Britain’s most recognisable school brands are now finding new homes in India. But as these institutions enter one of the world’s fastest-growing education markets, they…
The ‘The Odyssey’ star Matt Damon had his wife and younger daughters, Gia and Stella, attend the film’s premiere in Seoul, where they stunned the crowd and ended up stealing the limelight from their father. Image credit (Instagram) Matt Damon is continuing to stun the world with his performance in ‘The Odyssey’. However, during the…
Representative Image of Lithops werneri camouflaged among grey stones in Namibia’s Erongo Mountains (AI-generated image) In a small patch of Namibia’s Erongo Mountains, a tiny succulent grows so convincingly disguised as a pebble that most people would walk straight past it without a second glance. This plant, Lithops werneri, survives by mimicking the grey, weathered…
Punjab Police Constable answer key 2026 out Punjab Police answer key 2026: The Punjab Police has released the Punjab Police Constable answer key 2026 for the recruitment of 3,298 Constable posts in the District and Armed Cadre, on August 5, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Computer-Based Test, or CBT, can now download their response…
When Pradeep Rawat revealed Aamir Khan agreed to ‘Ghajini’ because ‘he couldn’t say no’ to him Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat, who passed away on August 4, 2026, at the age of 74 after battling cancer, is being remembered for his remarkable contributions to Indian cinema. Along with his memorable performances as a screen villain, the…
This winter’s survey of the western monarch butterfly revealed over 12,000 individuals, a small rise from last year. Despite this slight increase, conservationists remain alarmed as numbers are still critically low. Ongoing challenges such as habitat loss and environmental stressors severely impact the butterfly population. Conservation initiatives are actively working on restoring habitats and engaging…
