Now we have a scientific argument in favour of forgetting. Latest studies say it’s essential for our wellbeing. (AI generated) We live in a world of temporary amnesia. But latest research suggests forgetting is good for the brain. Seems like the kind of contradiction we didn’t really need in our lives today. But here we…
Iran says latest US strikes have ‘rendered futile’ recent diplomacy The United States on Wednesday launched a fresh wave of strikes against Iran, further escalating the conflict between the two countries.The US Central Command (CENTCOM), which oversees American military operations in the Middle East, said the strikes were intended to “further degrade” Iran’s military capabilities.“At…
Motihari: As part of its ongoing crackdown on organised crime, particularly land mafias in East Champaran, Motihari police on Wednesday raided the hideout of an alleged land mafia in Chhatauni and seized cash, weapons, Nepali currency and land documents worth crores of rupees.Police also arrested a person during the operation, while the prime accused managed…
The makers of the Vijay starrer ‘Jana Nayagan’ have officially announced the theatrical release date of the film. After a long period of uncertainty regarding its release, it is finally set to hit the big screens in just a couple of days. ‘Vijay Nayagan’ release date The production house took to his its social media…
The Turkish Baykar Kizilelma armed with two air-launched ballistic missiles. (Image credit: Baykar Kizilelma) As automation and autonomy advance, the implements of war are reshaping modern warfare. This week alone saw four developments with the potential to change how autonomous systems are viewed.Turkey’s Baykar Kızılelma—an unmanned, stealth-shaped aircraft—fired a ballistic missile and struck a target…
India’s Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli (PTI Photo) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has approved major changes to the formats of its flagship men’s tournaments, introducing a new structure for both the ODI and T20 World Cups while also endorsing a new global competition for associate nations ahead of the 2028 Men’s T20 World Cup.The…
Volunteers hand-collect native tree seeds from Scotland’s remote woodlands to help restore the country’s endangered Atlantic rainforest and native forests. In one of Scotland’s largest citizen-led woodland restoration efforts, around 100 volunteers have spent the past three years hand-collecting more than 11 million rare native tree seeds from remote forests, islands and rugged coastlines. The…
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) came into force today, July 15, 2026, alongside its companion pact, the Double Contribution Convention (DCC), a social security agreement.Commerce secretary Rajesh Agrawal called it a “gold standard” agreement spanning 30 chapters, going well beyond tariff cuts. The deal was signed last year in London on July…
Arundhati Choudhary (PTI Photo) Events: Women’s 70kgCWG Record: First time participantMajor Achievements:World Cup: Gold (2025 Delhi)Asian Championships: Bronze (2022 Amman)Arundhati Choudhary heads into the 2026 Commonwealth Games as one of India’s brightest medal prospects in women’s boxing, having enjoyed a remarkable rise over the past two seasons. The Rajasthan boxer announced herself on the senior…
Ever heard of the Zero Temple? Hidden inside the grand Gwalior Fort in Madhya Pradesh is a shrine that changed the course of human civilisation. We are talking about the Chaturbhuj Temple, famous as the Zero Temple. It is home to one of the world’s oldest known stone inscriptions featuring the numeral “0” in the…