Deep in Ethiopia’s Harenna Forest, a snake that initially appeared familiar has turned out to represent a species new to science. The discovery began with a juvenile female collected from the forest and kept for observation as she grew. The appearance gradually raised questions about whether she belonged to a known egg-eating snake. What followed…
Pakistan’s PNS Hunain sustained significant damage after colliding with India’s INS Kolkata. NEW DELHI: When 2600-tonne Pakistan warship PNS Hunain collided with Indian Navy’s 7400-tonne destroyer INS Kolkata, three times its weight, on Tuesday evening, the outcome was known as the Pakistani vessel was no match to India’s big warship. The Pakistan offshore vessel was…
A collection of 2,584 Norman-era silver pennies found by seven metal detectorists in a Somerset field has been acquired for the nation at a value of £4.3 million, making it the most valuable treasure find in British history. The South West Heritage Trust secured the ancient coins, known as the Chew Valley Hoard, after five…
A Leopardus tilcayo cat walks at the Senda Verde animal refuge in the Yungas region, Bolivia (Picture credit: Reuters) Scientists have identified a previously unknown species of wild cat in Bolivia’s cloud forests, marking the first time in more than a century that a new living cat species has been formally named and described.The cat,…
Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 at home; festive PICS from KrishnaRaj bungalow go viral Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt rang in Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 at home, and glimpses of their celebration have taken over social media. Among the visitors was a popular jewellery brand’s chairman and managing director, Dr Saurabh Gadgil, who…
Flood-hit Assam districts Charaideo and Sivasagar get Census 2027 houselisting extension till Oct 31. NEW DELHI: The home ministry on Thursday extended the window for Census 2027 houselisting operations in Charaideo and Sivasagar districts of Assam, to Oct 31 in view of the flood situation there.As per the original schedule for housing and houselisting phase…
PM Modi. Photo credit: ANI Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 76 on Thursday, with political leaders across the spectrum, chief ministers, Union ministers, global leaders, diplomatic missions and film personalities extending birthday greetings and highlighting his 25 years in public office.PM Modi, who was born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, Gujarat, completes 25 uninterrupted…
A view of the Costa Serena cruise ship, housing athletes for the Asian Games, at Nagoya Port, Japan. (PTI Photo) Nagoya was flattened during World War II, it was a primary target for US strategic bombing during World War II because it served as Japan’s major hub for aircraft and munitions manufacturing. During World War…
Konkona Sen Sharma and Amol Parashar have once again sparked curiosity about their relationship. On Amol’s birthday, Konkona shared a fun video featuring the two actors, and their playful interaction has caught the attention of fans and fellow celebrities.Konkona posted the video on Instagram with the caption, “When it’s his birthday but he doesn’t want…
Virat Kohli, Abhishek Sharma and Rohit Sharma (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: Abhishek Sharma produced a stunning batting display in the third and final T20I against Afghanistan at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Thursday.The left-handed batter smashed 108 off just 34 balls and broke several records during his explosive knock. Fastest T20I century…