Thorns in different plant species have always been an interesting subject for botanists. Be it rose plants or cactus, they use thorns to protect themselves from herbivorous animals. It was long unknown to researchers about the genetic development of thorns in plants. This has been clarified recently through the discovery of how genetic mutations can…
Watermelon is among the best fruits that people can have in the summertime. Due to its large water composition, natural sweetness, and ability to cool down a person, it can be used to create various recipes instantly, in case one does not have time to stay in the kitchen. Regardless of the situation, whether someone…
This is where things often become tricky. A teacher trying to be “friendly” may unintentionally step into unsafe territory. In his post, the student claimed that his teacher had asked him to go out for a movie – a request he said caught him completely off guard. The student, 18, also uploaded a screenshot of…
Akshaya Tritiya is one of the most prominent Hindu festivals. The day holds a great religious and spiritual significance among Hindus. The day represents the eternal prosperity and good fortune. Akshaya Tritiya is also known as Akha Teej that falls on Tritiya tithi of shukla paksha in the month of Vaishakha. People are confused about…
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Rajat Patidar (c), Virat Kohli, Tim David, Jacob Bethell, Romario Shepherd, Josh Hazlewood, Nuwan Thushara, Devdutt Padikkal, Jitesh Sharma, Krunal Pandya, Rasikh Dar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jordan Cox, Suyash Sharma, Venkatesh Iyer, Swapnil Singh, Jacob Duffy, Kanishk Chouhan, Abhinandan Singh, Mangesh Yadav, Phil Salt, Satvik Deswal, Vicky Ostwal, Vihaan Malhotra. Lucknow Super Giants:…
VinFast India has just launched the new VinFast VF MPV 7 electric in the Indian market. The bookings for the EV MPV have already begun. Interested customers can book the EV MPV online or by visiting their nearest dealership, and the deliveries are expected to begin soon. The new VF MPV 7 comes with benefits…
Candace Owens launched a fierce attack on Donald Trump during a livestream, accusing him of betraying allies and abandoning his promises. Her remarks, filled with personal and ideological criticism, highlight growing tensions within conservative media circles. The episode reflects a broader fracture among right-wing voices as disagreements over leadership and policy continue to intensify. After…
India, which relies heavily on imported energy and is sensitive to price fluctuations, has felt the impact of disruptions in global oil flows. (AI image) In the middle of the ongoing Middle East conflict, India has received around 4 million barrels of crude from Iran. This is the first time in around seven years that…
Kritika Kamra has opened up about her intimate registry wedding with Gaurav Kapur, held on March 11 at his Mumbai home. In a candid interview, the actress explained why the couple deliberately chose to skip a 3-4 day destination wedding, saying the marriage, not the wedding, was always the priority. Kritika revealed that she genuinely…
A major development in sustainable architecture has enabled researchers to convert ordinary timber into an advanced thermal reservoir. In this case, lignin is removed from wood through chemical modification and phase change materials are added, giving rise to a new product that has been termed ‘solar battery,’ which stores solar energy collected by a building…
Rajasthan’s Saarthak Naam Abhiyan encourages parents to choose meaningful names for children, moving beyond casual nicknames like ‘Chotu’ or ‘Kalu’. The initiative aims to foster dignity and strength, as names accompany individuals throughout life, impacting self-perception and societal interaction. While voluntary, the campaign offers a list of 3,000 culturally rich names, seeking to prevent embarrassment…
Image Credit: Instagram/ soorya96 In the contemporary world, with ACs (Air Conditioners) ruling most of our households, we often forget that traditional Indian architecture had some very effective ways of ensuring a cool indoor environment naturally. Before the advent of the electricity-based methods of cooling our homes, natural means were used to keep the temperature…
