US secretary of state Marco Rubio said the Iranian regime is confronting a fundamentally different US administration under President Donald Trump, arguing that Tehran can no longer rely on negotiations without facing consequences.Speaking in an interview with Fox News, Rubio said Iran had become accustomed to escaping accountability over several decades.“I don’t think the Iranian…
Caulerpa taxifolia, commonly known as “killer algae,” originates from the tropical waters of the Caribbean Some of the biggest ecological disasters start in the least likely places. Here it may have started with a home aquarium. An online report by the Centre for Invasive Species Research states that an ornamental seaweed, Caulerpa taxifolia, escaped into…
New Delhi, The legendary P R Sreejesh has advised the Indian men’s hockey team to leave behind the unnecessary jersey controversy and off-field noises and focus on ending the country’s 50-year World Cup medal drought in next month’s quadrennial event in the Netherlands and Belgium. Shrug off jersey issue, focus on ending 50-year WC medal…
Study says Northern Hemisphere lakes may lose 40 days of winter ice by 2100 (National Geographic photo) Winter ice on lakes plays an important role in keeping lakes healthy by controlling water temperature, supporting aquatic life and helping maintain the natural balance of freshwater ecosystems. However, scientists say this seasonal ice cover is disappearing faster…
The University of Delhi (DU) has declared the Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS) Undergraduate (UG) 2026 upgrade round seat allotment result. Candidates who have been allotted an upgraded seat can check their allotment status through the DU admission portal. Students who wish to accept their upgraded seat must complete the admission process, including payment of…
Vijay Sethupathi is in the news again, not for any announcement about a new movie, but for his emotional words on Superstar Rajinikanth. The actor, known for his selective roles and outspoken nature, recently spoke about his experience working in ‘Jailer 2.’ His comments became a hot topic on social media, with fans appreciating the…
6 Unique Friendship Day gift ideas that go beyond chocolates Friendship Day falls on the first Sunday of August. This year we are celebrating it on August 2, and if your gifting instinct just defaulted to a box of chocolates or a generic printed mug, you’re in good company. Those are the easiest gifts to…
Photo credit: Christopher Sadowski for NY Post Thousands of New York City homeowners are scrambling to prove that their properties are their primary residences after receiving notices that they could be subject to the city’s new pied-à-terre tax.The New York City department of finance sent the notices to owners of high-value residential properties identified as…
PM Modi virtually launches ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva’ campaign (File photo) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched the ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’, calling on the country’s youth to stay physically and mentally fit and remain away from drug abuse. He said achieving the goal of a developed India requires…
Representative Image (Canva) According to a study published in the journal Gondwana Research, supported by findings from the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO), neutron and synchrotron scans of a 100-million-year-old ichthyosaur fossil from Queensland have uncovered the marine reptile’s final meal, and clues to its violent end. Researchers found the remains of fish,…
