At least six people were killed and dozens injured after Russia launched a fresh wave of missile and drone attacks across Ukraine on Saturday, according to Ukrainian officials. Kyiv renewed its call for urgent deliveries of air defence systems, saying growing shortages of interceptor missiles had left it increasingly vulnerable to Russian strikes.The strikes hit…
Baby name trends often come full circle, and many once-popular names are finding new life with today’s parents. These vintage picks carry timeless charm, rich histories and meaningful origins that continue to resonate. If you’re looking for a name that feels both nostalgic and fresh, these retro baby names are worth considering. Source link
Your devices may be changing your body in ways you do not immediately notice, and the effects may be wider than most people expect. A growing body of research suggests that screen-heavy habits can affect posture, vision, hand strength and even the way we move. When people think about too much screen time, they usually…
MUMBAI: Auto financiers are pushing for innovation in lending, with a shift towards embedded finance and partnerships instead of generic EMI products, even as global markets adopt integrated digital credit at the point of sale.Speaking at the Federation of Automobile Dealers Association (FADA) 5th Finance and Insurance Summit 2026 in Mumbai Rajan Pental, executive director…
Seagrass meadows could help nourish millions, new study finds Underwater fields of seagrass could play an important role in fighting malnutrition among vulnerable coastal communities, according to new research published in Cell Reports Sustainability. The study was carried out by scientists from Stockholm University and Project Seagrass. It found that fish caught in seagrass meadows…
Michigan health department issued advisory to thoroughly wash greens and remove the outer layer of lettuce in the wake of the virus outbreak. More than half US states have reported an outbreak of Cyclosporiasis, an infection caused by a microscopic parasite that is leading to explosive diarrhoea. Michigan is the worst affected, as the state…
Veteran playback singer S Janaki, fondly known as the Nightingale of South India, passed away at the age of 88. She breathed her last at Apollo Hospital in Mysuru after battling age-related ailments. Popularly called Janaki Amma, the legendary singer had declined the Padma Bhushan—India’s third-highest civilian honour—in 2013, saying the recognition had come too…
India’s Jyothi Surekha Vennam (PTI Photo/Shailendra Bhojak) India opened their medal account at the Archery World Cup Stage 4 with a silver after the women’s compound team lost 228-232 to Colombia in the final on Saturday.The Indian trio of Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Prithika Pradeep and Chikitha Taniparthi struggled to maintain consistency, while Colombia delivered a…
Nissan India has just launched the much-anticipated Nissan Tekton SUV in the Indian market. Interested customers can book the new Tekton online or by visiting their nearest dealerships by paying Rs 21,000, and deliveries will start from July 20. The new Tekton shares its platform with the new Renault Duster and will be manufactured at…
The government has said that the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme is a major component of India’s energy strategy,. (E85 petrol – ANI photo) Seeking to clarify the goals and usage implications of ethanol-blended petrol, the government has come out with a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). The move comes amid backlash and concerns…
The National Medical Commission (NMC) approves 50 more MBBS seats at GMC Srinagar Getting into Government Medical College (GMC), Srinagar is set to become slightly easier from the 2026-27 academic session. The National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved 50 additional Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) seats, taking the college’s annual intake from…
Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates Most people picture a philanthropist as someone signing enormous cheques, not someone volunteering an evening a week or simply speaking up for a cause they believe in. Melinda French Gates has spent years pushing back against that narrow picture. “Philanthropy to me means using your voice, your time, your…
