America is digging deeper into its emergency oil reserves as the fallout from the war with Iran continues to squeeze global energy supplies. Since the conflict began, the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve has lost about 50 million barrels, as the Trump administration seeks to offset supply shortages and ease pressure from rising fuel prices. These…
Sheffield Metallurgist was testing wartime alloys, not kitchenware, while he made the stunning discovery. Image credit – Wikimedia Sheffield metallurgist Harry Brearley’s work in 1913 did not concern itself with inventing new kitchens, hospitals, and factories. Rather, he was seeking solutions for the industrial problem of rifle barrels, which suffered from excessive wear due to…
Police arrested an Israeli national JAMMU/ZANSKAR: Police arrested an Israeli national after seizing suspected narcotics from his possession during a routine checking drive at Kargyak Check Post in Zanskar, Ladakh, officials said Tuesday.Police identified the suspect as Adir Yemini (24). He was moving in a private vehicle from Manali towards Zanskar when he was caught….
The panel’s report further revealed that IndiaAI Mission’s fellowship programme has struggled to attract applicants in its initial phase NEW DELHI: The finance ministry has approved the creation of 269 additional posts for the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), but recruitment is still under way, prompting a parliamentary committee to ask the ministry of…
The Scottish Government plans to introduce fresh legislation that would allow Commonwealth citizens with limited leave to remain in the UK to stand in local council elections, after identifying a gap in electoral laws passed last year, Daily Mail reported.The bill is expected to be tabled after the Scottish Parliament returns from its summer recess,…
The row over a controversial book in Jammu and Kashmir’s government school libraries escalated on Saturday after Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha suspended eight School Education Department officials, removed a contractual employee, and ordered a departmental inquiry into the selection and procurement of two library books found to contain “inappropriate content”.The LG also blacklisted the books’…
A giant FIFA World Cup match ball (AP Photo/Abbie Parr) The FIFA World Cup 2026 has entered the Round of 32. With Canada and South Africa kicking off the knockout stage, fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the next phase of the tournament.So, who will the favourites face?BrazilThe most successful nation in FIFA World…
For years, Europe has been synonymous with cool and pleasant summers, vibrant streets, and breezy evenings attracting travellers from worldwide; especially from North India as summers in this part of India get too hot to handle. People start planning quick summer escapes to European nations. But June 2026 has changed that perception and how! It…
For decades, the fitness world has been locked in a never-ending debate: should you focus on cardio, like marathon running and brisk walking, or invest in strength training with weights and resistance?Team Cardio points to marathon runners, cyclists, and brisk walkers who seem to age in reverse. Team Strength swears by squats, deadlifts, and dumbbells,…
R. Madhavan’s Mumbai home reflects his grounded personality, featuring an effortless blend of thoughtful details. Gold accents on the dining set, an all-white bathroom, a serene Buddha statue amidst greenery, and a living room balancing Indian art with contemporary comfort offer inspiring design elements. R. Madhavan’s performance is as unique as his aura on the…