NEW DELH: Voting for the 2026 assembly elections in Puducherry began at 7 am on Wednesday, with an unusual attraction at a polling booth in the VOC Government School where a robot named “Nila” welcomed voters arriving to cast their ballots.The robot is seen all decked up and holding a flower tray to welcome the…
The upcoming Artemis II mission is shaping up to be one of those moments people remember for years. Not just because of the technology or the return to deep space, but because of who is on board. Among the four astronauts preparing for launch is Christina Koch, a name already familiar in spaceflight circles. She…
NEW DELHI: Taking a crucial step towards boosting the country’s nuclear energy programme, Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) has sanctioned “major equipment erection” at Units 5 and 6 of Kudankulam nuclear power plant (KKNPP).The permission, granted on April 30, marks a significant shift from civil construction to core plant development by allowing Nuclear Power Corporation…
NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders’ IPL campaign took another hit as Chennai Super Kings handed them a 32-run defeat on a tricky, two-paced pitch. Chasing 193, KKR never really looked in control and eventually finished at 160/7. The loss exposed issues in their batting approach and overall planning, with the team now losing four of…
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been informed by the International Testing Agency (ITA) about a missed out-of-competition doping test from December 18, 2025. This is her first whereabouts failure in the past 12 months, news agency PTI reported.In a letter dated May 4, 2026, the ITA said the missed test has been recorded after reviewing her…
Actor Karthi launched the trailer for ‘Kaalidas 2’, a standalone crime thriller featuring Bharath as Inspector Kaalidas. The film, shot in Chennai and Kerala, promises a gripping whodunnit involving a murder at a cinema and a woman’s distress call. With music by Sam C.S. and a strong supporting cast, the movie is set for a…
Pakistani politician Nabeel Gabol claimed Dhurandhar’s Jameel Jamali was him; trolled as Indian agent in Part 2. Bedi on Lallantop: “I love you too, but no direct inspiration—writers’ vision.” Film nears Rs 1000cr, Bollywood’s first. Pakistani politician Nabeel Gabol alleged that the character Jameel Jamali was inspired by him and fired off several questions about…
Modern sanitation systems have long treated human urine as waste, flushing away valuable nitrogen and phosphorus that are essential for plant growth. However, a recent study published in the Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering proposes a paradigm shift: converting this overlooked byproduct into a sustainable, low-energy fertiliser. By utilising forward osmosis, researchers have successfully concentrated…
The search along a crocodile-infested river in South Africa was never meant to end like this. What started as a missing person case quickly turned into something far more disturbing and far more dangerous than anyone had expected. A businessman had been swept away by floodwaters after his car became stuck on a low bridge….
In a touching tribute, Ranveer Singh celebrated his hairstylist Muskaan for her exceptional skill and warm personality in crafting his rugged character for ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge.’ This heartfelt acknowledgment not only shines a light on the essential yet overlooked teamwork involved in his striking transformations but also reflects Ranveer’s unwavering appreciation for everyone who contributes…