In the temperate rainforests of Chile’s Alerce Costero National Park, deep in the ground, is an ancient conifer called ‘Gran Abuelo’ that has been protecting a hidden secret for thousands of years. A recent study published in the journal Biodiversity and Conservation has revealed the tree’s greatest value lies in what is hidden beneath the…
Edelweiss data shows Nifty often bounces back strongly after 18 months of stagnation, delivering up to 248% returns in 3 years. (Image: Shutterstock) Highlights West Asia tensions wipe out Rs 36 lakh crore of Indian market wealth, sparking volatility. Edelweiss data shows Nifty often bounces back strongly after 18 months of stagnation, delivering up to…
VVS Laxman and Rahul Dravid share a chat in the dressing room during the Eden Test. (Getty Images) Rahul Dravid and VVS Laxman forged a series-defining partnership in the Eden Gardens Test to script one of the greatest turnarounds in cricket. Talking to TOI, the former India captain reflects on the tactical calls, the marathon…
A Derbyshire farmer takes action as influencers and tourists keep filming his Highland cows/Image: BBC A UK farmer plans to breed his highland cows to be “less photogenic” amid growing concerns over tourists and influencers getting too close to them. Alex Birch, a cattle farmer from Derbyshire, said the decision came after repeated incidents of…
KOLKATA: Calcutta HC on Tuesday directed CBI to produce all documents, audio recordings, videos and photographs related to the investigation of the RG Kar rape-murder case and said the court would examine on Thursday whether there was any scope for further probe in the matter. Refusing immediate permission to the victim’s parents to visit the…
KKR’s Andre Russell (PTI Photo/Swapan Mahapatra) NEW DELHI: In a city that worships its cricket heroes, Tuesday night was all about Andre Russell. During a lively preseason event called Knights Unplugged in Kolkata, Kolkata Knight Riders made a huge announcement: they retired the No. 12 jersey to honour Russell. This means no player will ever…
Couple climbs needletop of NYC’s iconic Empire State building Two people were arrested after scaling the top of New York City’s Empire State Building without safety equipment, unfurling a banner and apparently getting engaged during the stunt on Wednesday afternoon.The New York Police Department identified the pair as Ivan Kuznetsov, 32, and Angelina Nikolau, 33….
NEW DELHI: The Bar Council of India (BCI) has demanded details on Mamata’s status as a lawyer from the West Bengal Bar Council after the former chief minister appeared at Calcutta high court in lawyer robes on Thursday.“Ms. Mamata Banerjee served as Chief Minister of West Bengal from 2011 to 2026. Having regard to the…
Algeria scored off two corner kicks in the second half to rally from an early deficit and defeat Jordan 2-1 on Monday night to bolster its chances of advancing to the knockout round of the World Cup. Algeria scored off two corner kicks in the second half to beat Jordon. (REUTERS) Second-half substitute Nadhir Benbouali…
AFCAT 02/2026 registration AFCAT 02/2026 registration: The Indian Air Force will begin the registration process for Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2026 from May 20, 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official AFCAT portal, afcat.edcil.co.in.The recruitment drive is being conducted for courses starting in July 2027. The notification includes recruitment through AFCAT…
