Deepest man-made lakes in the United States were not created by nature but by engineering on an enormous scale. Before these reservoirs existed, many were steep river valleys and rugged canyons carved over thousands of years. During the 20th century, massive dams blocked flowing rivers, allowing water to fill these landscapes and form deep reservoirs…
Protesters damage a police vehicle during the ‘Bihar Bandh’ called over the alleged NEET paper leak and police action against protesting students, in Patna, Bihar. (PTI photo) NEW DELHI: The Bihar government on Monday announced the withdrawal of FIRs against all protesters who were arrested for alleged involvement in last week’s violent protests over the…
Dhyan Sreenivasan doesn’t want to be AMMA President but supports Shwetha Menon amid AMMA Row: ‘Leaving when problems arise is not the solution’ Actor Dhyan Sreenivasan has clarified his position on the ongoing discussions surrounding the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA). After recently stating that he has no interest in becoming the organisation’s president,…
India’s new T20I captain Shreyas Iyer has come under increasing scrutiny after suffering defeats in his first two series in charge. Appointed skipper ahead of the tours of Ireland and England, Iyer is still searching for his first victory as captain, with India’s back-to-back series losses raising questions over his tactics and on-field decision-making.Former India…
Ajinkya Rahane (PTI Photo) For much of his IPL career, Ajinkya Rahane was defined by one role: the anchor.Across 19 seasons, from the inaugural IPL in 2008 through to the 2026 edition, Rahane represented six different franchises and played 212 matches. He currently sits eighth on the tournament’s all-time run-scoring list, with 5,367 runs at…
WBJEEB has started the Round 2 counselling registration and choice filling process for WBJEE 2026. Eligible candidates can submit or revise their preferences until July 17, while the second seat allotment result will be announced on July 21, followed by fee payment, document verification, and admission formalities. WBJEEBround 2 registration 2026: The West Bengal Joint…
A Canadian lawyer has been suspended for six months after a judge uncovered ChatGPT-generated fake legal citations in a court hearing.The Law Society of Ontario’s discipline tribunal suspended Mary Hyun-Sook Lee, who practises as Jisuh Lee, after finding she committed professional misconduct by relying on AI-generated case law that was either fabricated or irrelevant in…
Honey bees are one of the most important insects across the globe. The buzzing bees do more than just make sweet nectar, they pollinate crops, maintain ecosystems and produce natural goods. According to the UN Environment Programme, they directly contribute to food security and a third of the world’s food production depends on bees. However,…
Sensex plunges over 700 points, slips below 75,700 in early trade The BSE Sensex slumped 715.85 points (0.94%) to 75,675.54 at 9:42 am, extending early losses as soaring crude oil prices, escalating Middle East tensions and weak global cues dampened investor sentiment. Source link
Introduced to control pests, the Common myna now thrives in urban areas. This opportunistic bird competes aggressively with native species for nesting sites. Its flexible diet includes fruits and grains, posing risks to agriculture. Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons When you walk through suburban parks or a busy city square, it is hard to miss the…
