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West Asia conflict a ‘war’, government firms can invoke ‘force majeure’ clause

West Asia conflict a ‘war’, government firms can invoke ‘force majeure’ clause

The clause allows relief in extraordinary circumstances beyond human control, such as war, and frees parties from contractual liability NEW DELHI: The West Asia conflict should be treated as a “war” to invoke the ‘force majeure’ clause in public contracts where obligations have been impacted by disruptions, the finance ministry has said.It has allowed govt…

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Oscars 2027: The Academy change rules for nominations, International film eligibility; AI actors and writers 'not eligible' |

Oscars 2027: The Academy change rules for nominations, International film eligibility; AI actors and writers ‘not eligible’ |

The organization behind the Oscars is for the first time addressing the use of artificial intelligence in performances and scripts for the 2027 Academy Awards. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Friday released updates across many categories, stressing the importance of human authorship while not banning AI.The new rules also include significant…

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IPL 2026: Starc vs Sooryavanshi in Jaipur! DC overhaul XI in high-stakes clash vs RR | Cricket News

IPL 2026: Starc vs Sooryavanshi in Jaipur! DC overhaul XI in high-stakes clash vs RR | Cricket News

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Mitchell Starc (Agency Image) NEW DELHI: A marquee battle is set to headline Friday’s IPL 2026 clash as Mitchell Starc makes his season debut for the Delhi Capitals, setting up a mouth-watering contest against teen sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi when they face the Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur.RR skipper Riyan Parag won the toss…

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Scientists discover light can slow plant growth; here’s how it works

Scientists discover light can slow plant growth; here’s how it works |

It’s factually correct that light is crucial for photosynthesis, but research from Osaka Metropolitan University uncovers an intriguing contradiction: it also slows down plant growth. The study, published in the Physiologia Plantarum journal, shows that white light exposure triggers biochemical modifications; this reaction makes the bond between a plant’s internal tissues and outer layer stronger….

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RR vs DC: Anti-climax in Jaipur! Starc vs Sooryavanshi fizzles out as Jamieson steals the show | Cricket News

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (BCCI Photo) NEW DELHI: The much-hyped face-off between Mitchell Starc and teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi turned into an anti-climax as Kyle Jamieson stole the early spotlight in the IPL 2026 clash between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals at Jaipur on Friday.With anticipation building around Starc’s first appearance of the season and his duel…

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