Freshwater lakes occupy only a small fraction of the Earth’s surface, yet they hold an extraordinary share of the planet’s accessible water. They appear in very different landscapes, from Arctic wilderness and temperate forests to tropical basins and ancient rift valleys. Some stretch across international borders, while others lie entirely within a single country. Their…

From the high-altitude peaks of Mount Everest to the battlefields of Afghanistan, Dr. Anil Menon has spent his life pushing the boundaries of medicine and service. Tonight, the 49-year-old emergency physician and U.S. Space Force Colonel is taking his ultimate leap. Blasting off from the historic Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan, Dr. Menon is bound for…

Ever since Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay starrer ‘Jana Nayagan,’ also touted to be his swansong finally clinched its censorship certificate, after a battle with the CBFC, fans have been eagerly awaiting its release . While the makers are yet to make an announcement, overseas distributors have hinted at a July 24 release, and now…

Union commerce minister argues that UK-India free trade deal, which kicks in today, will benefit not just Indian exporters, but also white-collar service sector professionals across skillsets

The accused lured the girl with promises of financial help and began molesting her, police alleged Palghar: A 56-year-old policeman was arrested on Monday for allegedly molesting his 13-year-old neighbour in Palghar district for nearly three months.Police claimed the accused took advantage of the girl being alone at home during the day and gained her…

Bhopal: For 15 years, Duggu was his master’s best friend and closest confidante. He never once failed to wait at the door, eager to receive Pradeep Jain, a resident of Madhya Pradesh’s Betul, and falling into his loving arms like a long-lost friend as he returned home from work. On Sunday, too, he waited in…

When Arpita Bhayani’s mother was diagnosed with dementia in Sept 2024, the initial shock gave way to spiralling concern. Not just because Bhayani and her brother stay abroad and their parents live independently in Gurgaon, but also because of their fragile ages — mother Archana Chakravarti is 84, father Pranab Kumar is 90.Since Bhayani was…