It is not a long but incredibly diverse journey from Kochi to Kannur, and passengers will see lots of coconut groves, paddy fields of vivid green colours, flowing rivers, villages, and tranquil backwaters, which are so specific to Kerala. Every season brings something new to view. Comfortable and beautiful scenery make this railway journey one…
Millions of black plastic balls floating on a drinking water reservoir might sound like an environmental disaster, but for Los Angeles, they became an ingenious solution to several major challenges. The unusual sight attracted worldwide attention and left many wondering why a city would deliberately cover its water supply with 96 million plastic spheres. Far…
Complaint filed over alleged conspiracy to topple TVK-led Vijay government NEW DELHI: The Tamil Nadu Police arrested 3 people in connection with an alleged political horse-trading bid after Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) MLA N Ilaiyaraja claimed he was offered Rs 35 crore to influence his vote on a proposed resolution in the state assembly against…
Netherlands’ Justin Kluivert (7) reacts after a missed penalty. (AP Photo) Football can be cruel, and for the Kluivert family, it delivered an extraordinary case of history repeating itself. Nearly 26 years after Patrick Kluivert’s heartbreaking penalty miss ended the Netherlands’ European Championship dream, his son Justin Kluivert endured an almost identical fate as the…
It is clear that Russia continues to be India’s single most important crude supplier and remains at the core of the country’s import strategy. (AI image) The US-Iran war has pushed India’s crude oil imports from Russia to an all-time high – beyond levels seen when Russian crude was available at big discounts in the…
Extreme heatwave sets records across Europe: The continent continues to experience extreme summer heat as temperatures have surged well above normal seasonal levels across several countries. Thermometers in parts of France and Spain have climbed above 40°C, with prolonged heat and little relief even during the night. Authorities have reported heat-related deaths in France amid…
Hidden deep in the heart of the Sahara, a jet-black volcano draped in the remnants of ancient lava flows sits beside one of the most striking geological features on Earth, a volcanic crater so perfectly skull-shaped it looks almost deliberate. A photograph taken by an unnamed astronaut aboard the International Space Station on September 23,…
On the outskirts west of Jerusalem, a burial chamber was disturbed long before scientists reached it, its contents partly scattered and partly preserved by chance. What remained did not look remarkable at first glance: broken pottery, mixed human remains, and soil already altered by construction and looting. Yet within that disorder lay material that would…
While in many parts of the world, snakes inspire fear, in India, it’s a different story. Snakes are feared but are also revered as protectors, guardians, and divine beings. Snakes are worshipped in India and have been deeply woven into mythology. From Lord Shiva’s serpent Vasuki to the serpent king Nagaraja and the serpent Sheshanaga,…
Jainam Jain is building Mengo Engine, an AI startup, while also mentoring young people on leadership and entrepreneurship. (Credits: jainamjain.com) A few years ago, Jainam Jain was filming toy-unboxing videos with his younger sister for YouTube.Today, at 14, he is the founder of Mengo Engine, an artificial intelligence startup based in Dubai, a TEDx speaker,…
Sharvari recently captivated audiences on India’s Got Talent and promoted her upcoming film Alpha. She also unveiled her Mumbai home, a testament to her mother’s design vision. The space beautifully blends Indian antiques with minimalist aesthetics, featuring a traditional swing, carved wooden furniture, and personal memorabilia on the staircase, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere….
Kerala Cricket Association revokes Sreesanth’s ban. (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: Former India fast bowler S Sreesanth has received a major boost after the Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) revoked the three-year ban imposed on him, clearing the way for his continued involvement in the Kerala Cricket League (KCL).The decision was taken at the KCA’s Special General…
