BENGALURU: Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla has completed all seven microgravity experiments and other planned activities, “achieving a milestone in the mission”, Isro said a few hours after Shukla undocked from the International Space Station (ISS).“Experiments on Indian strain of tardigrades, myogenesis, sprouting of methi & moong seeds, cyanobacteria, microalgae, crop seeds and voyager display have been…
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla with his teammates of Axiom-4 and ISS just before undocking on Monday NEW DELHI: With Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla and his other three spacemates of Axiom-4 mission starting their return journey to Earth after their 18-day stay at International Space Station, space minister Jitendra Singh on Monday expressed delight over the…
England’s captain Ben Stokes celebrates the dismissal of India’s Jasprit Bumrah. (AP Photo) In a heart-stopping finish at Lord’s, England captain Ben Stokes summoned every ounce of his resolve to lead his team to a dramatic 22-run win over India in the third Test on Monday, giving the hosts a 2-1 lead in the five-match…
Veteran producer, director, and actor Dheeraj Kumar, a respected figure in Indian cinema and television, has been admitted to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai’s Andheri area after his health deteriorated on Monday. The 79-year-old is reportedly suffering from acute pneumonia and is currently on ventilator support in the ICU.In an official statement, his family…
NEW DELHI: Non-fossil fuel sources now make up half of power generation capacity, a milestone the country has achieved five years ahead of the target set under its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) committed in to the Paris Agreement climate agreement.“In a world seeking climate solutions India is showing the way,” renewable energy minister Pralhad Joshi…
Harvard’s digital purge of DEI resources signals shift in US university policies Harvard University has come under intense scrutiny following the removal of multiple Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) websites from its official College webpage. This digital purge included the deletion of entire offices dedicated to supporting women, LGBTQ+ students, and students of colour. The…
Punjab and the global running community are in mourning after news emerged that Fauja Singh, the iconic 114‑year‑old “Turbaned Tornado”, tragically died in a road accident on July 14, 2025, at his home village of Beas Pind near Jalandhar. According to multiple reports, he was struck by an unidentified vehicle while crossing the road at…
Indian football is in a very uncomfortable situation. The (international) results are not going our way, ranking has dropped, clubs are bleeding, and the top division of the country not starting on time is obviously never good news. The rot has been there for a while, and nobody attempted to stop the rot, says CEO…
Dr. Raveesh Sunkara, a neurologist, advises avoiding trans fats, sugary drinks, and ultra-processed foods for optimal brain health. Trans fats cause inflammation, while sugary drinks lead to glucose spikes and potential brain shrinkage. Ultra-processed foods disrupt the gut-brain axis, increasing the risk of cognitive decline and mental health issues. Prioritizing whole, unprocessed foods is crucial…
Bengaluru: The minority student scholarship scam, being investigated by CBI, has a Karnataka connection too. According to the district officer of the minority welfare department, over Rs 1.3 crore of fraudulent scholarship was claimed in the state between 2021 and 2023.Central CEN Crime police have initiated a probe into the scam. Bengaluru Urban district officer…
