The Marshall Islands-flagged tanker Symi, an LPG carrier transporting nearly 20,000 tonnes of liquid propane and butane, has safely docked at Deendayal Port in Kandla. The vessel crossed the Strait of Hormuz on May 13, marking another crucial movement of energy supplies through the key maritime route amid the ongoing Middle East crisis. The vessel…
We’ve grown up believing that mantras are religious rituals. Something you chant on special days, or to deflect some planetary maleficence, or when you want something from the universe.What if mantras aren’t just spiritual verses but actual energy technology? What if the sound they create is doing something far more scientific than symbolic?Everything in this…
During FY2025-26, India’s imports from China reached nearly $132 billion. (PTI photo) Aiming to reduce dependence on imports and overseas supplies, India is looking to give a fresh push to its domestic manufacturing plans. The government is preparing to strengthen domestic manufacturing for products which currently account for imports worth $51 billion, according to sources…
Argentina players reportedly inspected Pickford’s water bottle after their England win, with Messi and teammates reacting to the goalkeeper’s penalty notes/ Image:X Argentina’s dramatic 2-1 victory over England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final produced another memorable moment after the final whistle, as Lionel Messi and several teammates were filmed inspecting Jordan Pickford’s water…
The revised NCERT Class 9 Social Science textbook has come under scrutiny after changes to content related to the Constitution, secularism and Indian democracy.The controversy began after reports highlighted that the Preamble was no longer included in the introductory chapter on the Constitution in the new textbook. References to the words “secular” and “secularism”, which…
Newly released emails show that Sarah Ferguson, the former wife of Prince Andrew, remained in contact with Jeffrey Epstein after his release from jail following his 2008 conviction for soliciting a minor for prostitution.The emails form part of a vast cache of Epstein-related documents released by the US government in January. They shed fresh light…
Architectural design also considers how light behaves once it enters a room. Light-coloured walls, ceilings, and reflective materials such as glass or polished surfaces help bounce sunlight deeper into the space. This simple design strategy increases brightness and makes interiors feel more open and airy without requiring additional windows. Natural lighting is an essential element…
The Karnataka Directorate of State Educational Research and Training (DSERT), in partnership with the Regional Institute of English, South India (RIESI), has launched a year-long academic support programme to enhance bilingual teaching in government schools. The initiative will equip nearly 65,000 teachers with classroom strategies, mentoring and continuous professional development through a phased training model…
