Democritus (Image: Wikipedia) It is one thing to behave well, and quite another to be good. Most of us can manage not to lie, cheat or steal, especially when someone is watching. But the ancient Greek philosopher Democritus pointed to a deeper kind of goodness. Real goodness, he said, is not merely not doing wrong,…
Malayalam superstar Mohanlal has officially announced his next theatrical release, ‘Athimanoharam,’ giving fans a first glimpse of the much-awaited film. The actor shared the first-look poster on social media, featuring himself alongside Meera Jasmine, who plays his wife in the film.Along with the poster, Mohanlal wrote, “His world begins and ends with the people he…
Nature has numerous creatures with surprising abilities, some with abilities that are unsettling and unimaginable. But it is interesting to know that creatures use them not only to create a fearsome image but also to survive in their surroundings, competition for living in the wild, and the need to make the most of limited food…
Indoco Remedies Ltd. has received European Union Good Manufacturing Practice (EU GMP) certification for its Goa-based solid oral dosage manufacturing facility, strengthening the company’s regulatory standing in overseas markets. The certification was granted by the Malta Medicines Authority following an inspection of the facility, known as Plant I, conducted between November 19 and November 24,…
The Middle East conflict had triggered concerns across global markets as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz threatened energy supplies and raised fears of slower economic growth. However, with the US and Iran reaching a ceasefire and energy markets showing signs of stabilisation, the outlook has improved.Crisil Ratings now expects the impact on corporate India’s…
“Birthday wishes to Union minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Ji,” PM Modi wrote on X. NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday received a community note on his X post after he wished Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan on his birthday, days after the NEET retest, which was necessitated by the leak of the question paper…
Courage is one of those virtues we admire from a distance but rarely think we will personally need. Amal Clooney, a human rights lawyer who has spent her career defending people in some of the world’s toughest cases, sees it very differently. Courage, she argues, is needed now more than ever. She made the point…
A temporary US sanctions waiver has put Iranian oil back on the table, but will Indian refiners return as buyers?While Washington has given Iran a 60-day window to export crude, Indian refiners are unlikely to rush back for those barrels. Most of their oil purchases for the coming months have already been booked, with state-run…
Serena Williams of the United States holds a ball during a practice session ahead of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships, in London, Wednesday, June 24, 2026. (AP Photo) Serena Williams’ return to Wimbledon will begin with a first-round match against Australia’s Maya Joint, a player less than half her age, as the 44-year-old prepares for her…
Imagine an animal that began its life centuries before the Roman Empire reached its height and has quietly continued its daily routine ever since. According to recent reports, scientists have identified a giant Caribbean sponge believed to have lived for around 2,300 years, making it one of the oldest animals ever documented. The sponge is…
