Street protests are back, this time with new tools NEW DELHI: Slogans are ringing out, crowds are turning up and the streets are once again abuzz with protests.On Tuesday, INDIA bloc MPs took their protest against alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to the national capital, demanding Chief Election Commissioner…
Sheldon Urlik, a collector of classical and flamenco guitars, has donated 51 instruments from his collection to Arizona State University’s School of Music, Dance and Theatre. The gift, which ASU values at about $1.4 million, spans more than a century of guitar making, from an 1869 Francisco González to a 2015 instrument by Marshall Brune….
The countdown to Superstar Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer 2’ is getting sharper, as the film now enters the final phase before its theatrical release. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the action entertainer is set to hit screens worldwide on October 15 and has already created strong anticipation with its trailer, star-studded cast, and Anirudh Ravichander’s music. The sequel…
Pitru Paksha marks the time for families to honor deceased relatives before the festival season begins. Navratri, spanning nine nights, celebrates different forms of Goddess Durga and includes diverse regional customs. Dussehra, occurring after Navratri, commemorates the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana, followed by a three-week period leading to Diwali. Diwali is a five-day…
MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addresses a bi-weekly media briefing, in New Delhi on Tuesday NEW DELHI: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday condemned a string of attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea region, including ships carrying Indian seafarers. India called for an immediate end to attacks that threaten commercial shipping and…
Protesters in Okinawa after alleged murder of Japanese woman. (Reuters Photo) US Marines stationed on Japan’s Okinawa island have been placed under a month-long curfew and banned from consuming alcohol following the arrest of a Marine accused of murdering a Japanese woman.The US Forces in Okinawa also suspended military operations for 48 hours from Wednesday…
Rajpal Yadav tells Supreme Court his next film will be on his 16-year cheque-bounce battle, reveals the title ‘Solah Sawan Jhel Ke’ Rajpal Yadav personally addressed the Supreme Court on Wednesday during the hearing of his cheque-bounce case. He spoke about the money and career he says he has lost over the last 13 years,…
Pitru Paksha is a significant time for Hindus to remember and honor their ancestors. Many families choose to avoid shopping for luxury items and expensive goods during this period. Purchases of gold, vehicles, property, and festive clothing are generally postponed until the fortnight concludes. Essential items like groceries and medicines are still acceptable, reflecting practical…
Rahul Gandhi stepped up his attack on Gyanesh Kumar who has faced opposition criticism over his functioning. NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha leader of opposition Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday struck a defiant note over the 45 FIRs against him, saying every such FIR is a “medal” for him and that his “goal is to have 100…
Eastern Pinesnake. Image Credit: Wikipedia Scientists have developed a DNA-based test that can detect the eastern pine snake from soil, offering a way to find evidence of the elusive reptile without having to spot the animal itself. The study, published in Frontiers in Amphibian and Reptile Science, describes a new environmental DNA assay designed specifically…
