The story of life in the oceans changed long before dinosaurs appeared and vanished. Around 252 million years ago, the planet experienced the most destructive biological crisis known in the fossil record, wiping out almost all marine species and reshaping life beneath the waves. Although scientists have spent decades examining what happened during the Permian-Triassic…
India: The import of goods produced or manufactured, wholly or in part, through the use of forced labour is prohibited. (AI image) Amid Donald Trump administration’s Section 301 probe, the government has revised the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) to prohibit the import of goods that are produced wholly or partly through forced labour.The move comes…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (AP Photo) The referee appointed for Wednesday’s FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final between England and Argentina has found himself at the centre of attention even before a ball has been kicked. Moroccan-American official Ismail Elfath will oversee the high-profile clash at Atlanta Stadium, adding another major fixture to his growing résumé. The…
Hello and welcome to Offside’s preview of the first semi-final: France vs Spain. ‘Dictator’ Mbappé vs ‘Baby Yoda’ Yamal. And to make matters even more wondrous, it is the day France shaped the rest of the world: Bastille Day. France’s National Day is celebrated on July 14 and commemorates a bunch of Parisians who became…
EMIs have become a part of everyday life. Whether it is a car, a phone, or another expensive purchase, paying in monthly installments has become common. For some, it is a smart financial tool. For others, it marks the beginning of long-term financial pressure. A viral Instagram video has now reignited this debate, with thousands…
When was the last time you looked at a cow and thought, “There’s probably something surprising about this animal”? Probably never. They’re so common that it’s easy to assume we know everything there is to know about them. But the more scientists study cows, the more unexpected discoveries emerge. From remembering faces to forming close…
Canada Day is celebrated annually on July 1st, marking the anniversary of the 1867 Constitution Act that united Canada’s first provinces into a single country. The country livens up with tons of celebrations, with families and friends hosting parties and dinners to honour the day.Recently, a video from the Canada Day celebration in Calgary has…
The Soyuz rocket launches to the International Space Station with Expedition 75 crew members Indian-origin Nasa astronaut Anil Menon, along with his two Russian cosmonauts on Tuesday lifted off aboard the Roscosmos Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft for his first spaceflight, beginning an approximately eight-month mission to the International Space Station (ISS).The spacecraft launched from the Baikonur…
Meta Leader Balaji Gururajan Leaves Silicon Valley To Reconnect With Family In India. (Photo: LinkedIn) For many engineering students, building a career in Silicon Valley is the ultimate dream. A degree from a top college, a job at Microsoft or Meta, and life in the United States often represent the pinnacle of professional success.But for…
Considered one of India’s most significant trade agreements in recent years, CETA will provide duty-free market access for almost 99% of Indian exports. (AI image) India-UK FTA: The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement or CETA comes into effect from July 15, 2026. The landmark trade deal is set to deliver several benefits to Indian…
Indian man dies in skydiving accident in Massachusetts. A 28-year-old Indian man lost his life in a skydiving accident in Massachusetts after he fell from 30 feet above. Mani Chandra Teja Gaddam was immediately taken to Athol Hospital from Jumptown Skydiving and was later pronounced dead. Jumptown Skydiving said they were cooperating with the police…
Telangana ACB registered a case against HMDA chief engineer B Ravinder (L). Searches unearthed assets valued at over Rs 9.24 crore from his properties HYDERABAD: The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Tuesday registered a disproportionate assets case against a chief engineer of the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA).ACB has unearthed assets worth over Rs 9.24…
