In many families, sons are raised to believe the world will test them through work, money and status. Daughters are often raised to be the emotional glue of the family, the one who keeps everyone together, notices everyone’s moods and eventually carries the burden of caregiving. This difference can be especially damaging because it narrows…
India’s mining and metals sector needs a fresh look at environmental compliance norms as rising exploration costs and depletion of high-grade mineral reserves create new pressures for the industry, experts said on Thursday, PTI reported.The sector, which is estimated to account for up to 7 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions, currently requires environmental…
The journey to space rarely follows a predictable route, and for Anil Menon, it has unfolded across hospitals, disaster zones, military operations, and advanced space programmes. As NASA astronaut Anil Menon prepares for his first mission to the International Space Station in 2026, his story is drawing growing attention. It is not built on a…
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are preparing for an unusual global spotlight this weekend. Two underwater world record attempts are planned at Swaraj Dweep, also known as Havelock Island. One involves a massive Indian flag being unfurled beneath the sea. The other focuses on forming a human stack underwater, reaching a notable height. The events…
Step outside into 45-47°C heat and it is not just uncomfortable. It is immediate and overwhelming. The sun beats down relentlessly as the air feels heavy and unbearably still, hitting your face like a wave from an open furnace and clinging to the skin even as you step into shade. Within minutes, the body begins…
NEW DELHI: India delivered a commanding and clinical performance to storm into the semifinals of the Thomas Cup, defeating Chinese Taipei 3-0 in a one-sided quarterfinal on Friday to guarantee themselves at least a bronze medal.The tie was sealed in style by Ayush Shetty, who produced a composed straight-game victory over Lin Chun-Yi, winning 21-16,…
Countering concerns of AI taking over human jobs, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang recently said that AI has created half a million jobs. Speaking at the Memos to the President podcast, Jensen Huang said that AI is creating jobs and helping companies grow. He added that companies adopting AI are expanding faster and hiring more people,…
Summer heatwaves often feel intolerable, not only to human beings but also to our furry friends. Since they can’t sweat through the skin like us, they pant to cool off, but panting isn’t always enough. With furry family members counting on us, it’s heart-wrenching to think of them suffering from scorching temperatures, burnt paws, or…
An Iranian official on Friday sharply criticised the United States amid rising tensions between Tehran and Washington, warning that any use of force would be met with a “harsh response,” as a wider regional conflict involving Iran, the US and Israel continues under a fragile ceasefire.‘In a post on X, Iranian politician Seyed Mehdi Tabatabaei…
For years, soy-based foods such as tofu, soy milk, and edamame have been at the center of a heated health debate—particularly regarding their potential link to breast cancer in women. In fact in several Asian countries, including India, soy forms an essential part of daily diet. But of late there has been a lot of…