A nest box occupied by a Eurasian scops owl might seem an unlikely place to find a live snake, yet that is exactly what researchers repeatedly encountered in central Türkiye. Across six breeding seasons, they inspected 109 owl nests and found the small worm snake Xerotyphlops vermicularis in 44% of them. The reptiles were not…
Following ‘Singham Again’ (2024), blockbuster filmmaker Rohit Shetty started work on a gritty action entertainer inspired by the life of decorated police officer Rakesh Maria. Reports from January this year revealed that the film carries the title ‘Maria IPS’. John Abraham to be seen in never-before-seen avatar Now, according to Bollywood Hungama, John will be…
Today’s celestial alignments encourage revisiting unfinished personal thoughts and creative projects. Venus entering Chitra Nakshatra signifies a focus on sophisticated design and deliberate enhancement. Tripushkar Yoga emphasizes the power of repetition, making it ideal for consistent practice. Virgo natives can improve structures and presentations, while a systematic approach aids skill development. Revising concepts before discarding…
India’s piped gas netword. Photo credit: IANS NEW DELHI: Trying to accelerate the adoption of piped gas for cooking and industrial purposes, the Centre has asked states and Union Territories to provide district-level administrative support and appoint nodal officers to coordinate with gas distributors and oil marketing companies to expand the network.Govt has also directed…
Larry Walters could not take any photo as his flight turned chaotic but this photo was taken by his girlfriend before the flight. The Internet still can’t believe that a Los Angeles man in 1982 tied a few balloons to a lawn chair and flew in the sky for 45 minutes. Larry Walters became a…
Who is Sriya Reddy playing Mahakali opposite Akshaye Khanna? Know about her cricketing family and ‘Salaar’ connection Sriya Reddy is once again attracting attention with her striking transformation in ‘Mahakali’, directed by Prashanth Neel. The film’s teaser has generated considerable interest, particularly because of Sriya’s fierce portrayal of Goddess Mahakali. Her brief appearance towards the…
Today’s celestial influences foster constructive dialogue in relationships and partnerships. With Venus in Chitra Nakshatra, there’s a boost in diplomacy and an eagerness to forge better arrangements. The Tripushkar Yoga highlights the importance of commitment, meaning today’s promises could significantly impact future outcomes. For Cancer residents, it’s essential to clearly outline shared responsibilities regarding finance…
Centre clarifies India’s position on media access during PM Modi-Trump meet Heavy rain disrupts Delhi-NCR, diverts 15 Delhi-bound flights Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay announces free LPG cylinders, expanded bus travel BJP-Congress clash over alleged fish feast at Ajay Rai’s Ayodhya welcome event Revanth Reddy accuses Centre of discriminating against Telangana over US visit…
Representative Image of gray ratsnakes inhabiting an old shed surrounded by dense trees and natural vegetation (AI-generated image) In central Mississippi, researchers stumbled across an abandoned shed covered in old snakeskins, an odd enough sight that they decided to set up cameras rather than simply walk away. What they eventually documented became a detailed study…
Kajol, who was last seen in the horror thriller ‘Maa’, recently shared a witty yet sharp message on social media about choosing peace over unnecessary arguments.Taking to Instagram on Monday, the ‘Dilwale’ actress shared a series of pictures along with a caption, “I don’t argue with people who need attention more than logic. #namaste #ichoosepeace…
