For the first time, scientists have filmed high-speed video of a phenomenon where trees emit an electrical glow by generating sparks during thunderstorms. The results of a study published in Geophysical Research Letters show that the trees’ branches can emit faint blue light known as corona discharge, thanks to sensors and cameras deployed in the…
State-run Bank of India Ltd on Friday (May 8) reported an 82.5% year-on-year rise in net profit for the fourth quarter at ₹2,626 crore, compared with ₹1,439 crore in the corresponding quarter last year. Net interest income (NII) for the quarter increased 2.1% to ₹6,063 crore from ₹5,936 crore a year earlier. Gross non-performing assets…
As the Middle East conflict continues to boil and oil continues to soar, consumers are growing concerned about the cost of petrol and diesel. State-run oil marketing companies have raised prices of premium petrol variants by more than Rs 2 per litre, while keeping retail rates of regular petrol and diesel unchanged. The hike affects…
There’s a good chance you’ve known what a zebra looks like since childhood. Black-and-white stripes. Lives in Africa. Looks a bit like a horse. And that’s where most people’s knowledge ends. Maybe that’s because zebras have always lived in the shadow of flashier animals. Lions are the kings of the jungle, elephants are the gentle…
Sam Burns’ strong run at the 2026 US Open has brought him close to winning the tour. The five-time PGA Tour winner is currently attempting to overturn a significant lead held by Wyndham Clark in the upcoming finals. Sam Burns’ wife, Caroline Burns, has remained a familiar presence during key moments of the PGA Tour…
The Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU) has declared the results of the Assam Combined Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026. Candidates who appeared for the entrance test can now check and download their rank cards by visiting the official website, astu.ac.in.The Assam CEE is conducted for admission to Bachelor of Technology (BTech) programmes offered by engineering…
New Delhi, The Athletics Federation of India has announced that any athlete who does not turn up without valid reason after making entry at the National Senior Athletics Federation Cup to be held in Ranchi from May 22-25 could be barred from taking part in the subsequent event. Skipping Fed Cup without valid reason after…
India’s stock market has trailed every most Asian peers since the West Asia conflict began, prompting many global investors to turn cautious. But Matt Orton, Chief Market Strategist at Raymond James Investment Management, says that reaction may be missing the point. “A lot of the impact of India on higher-for-longer oil prices is largely baked…
King’s College London and Cranfield University have signed an agreement to merge in a move expected to create one of the UK’s largest centres for research, engineering and advanced technology studies, according to the BBC.The merger is scheduled to take effect from August 2027, although the name of the combined organisation has not yet been…
Clavicular (Image Via Getty) Clavicular is once again in the spotlight, but this time the situation feels more serious than just online drama. After a suspected overdose earlier this week in Miami, his father, Ken Peters, flew in from New Jersey hoping to talk to his son face-to-face. The plan was simple. He wanted to…
