FIFA president Gianni Infantino (AP Photo) Gianni Infantino has received public backing from a small group of national football associations as pressure continues to mount over his future as FIFA president following the collapse of the controversial FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) proposal.While several major football nations and governing bodies have withdrawn their support after the…
Pradeep Rawat was given a final farewell in Mumbai on August 5, with several members of the film fraternity attending his last rites to honour the veteran actor’s memory. Among those who gathered to pay their respects were Aamir Khan, Ashoke Pandit, Akhilendra Mishra, Raj Arjun, Karan V Grover, Surendra Pal and Ruhanika Dhawan, along…
Discarded Christmas trees are repurposed to build sand dunes along the Texas coast. These trees are placed on beaches to trap shifting sand and strengthen the shoreline. This process occurs before the sea turtle nesting season begins each year. The new dunes provide a protective barrier for relocated sea turtle eggs. This initiative helps ensure…
As freshwater shortages intensify around the world, scientists are searching for technologies that can do more than simply desalinate seawater. One of the biggest challenges is treating oil-contaminated seawater, where conventional desalination systems often fail because oil clogs membranes, blocks water transport and reduces efficiency. Researchers have now developed a multifunctional Janus hydrogel membrane that…
A delightful video captures a grandmother’s first experience with a hotel room key card as her granddaughter explains its use. Their interaction is filled with warmth and patience, resonating with viewers who recall similar moments with their own grandparents. This heartwarming exchange underscores that it’s never too late to learn something new, as the video…
Mark your calendars for August 12, 2026, as the total solar eclipse promises an extraordinary celestial experience. Although India won’t witness the remarkable moment directly, it will transition into its final phases past midnight, concluding on August 13. However, enthusiasts in India can still join in the spectacle through authorized live broadcasts, while Europe and…
Entrepreneur and content creator Ankur Warikoo has sparked a conversation on resilience after sharing his response to a 35-year-old professional facing a career setback. Through practical advice on taking responsibility, learning consistently and focusing on small, actionable steps, Warikoo underscores that rebuilding a meaningful life begins with changing one’s mindset, not dwelling on past mistakes….
MUMBAI: Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) workers staged a protest outside the Congress’ Tilak Bhavan headquarters in Mumbai on Wednesday, dousing an effigy of Maharashtra Congress chief Harshvardhan Sapkal with a dark liquid and raising slogans over his alleged “gungi gudiya” (mute doll) remark against deputy chief minister Sunetra Pawar.Visuals from the protest showed party workers…
The flight, operated by an Airbus A320, encountered severe turbulence during its journey and briefly lost around 300 feet in altitude. NEW DELHI: A viral video showing damaged overhead bins, debris scattered across the aisle and shaken passengers has emerged after an Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi encountered severe turbulence on Tuesday.The video,…
CHENNAI: A total of 1,000 new air-conditioned electric buses would be inducted into MTC in Chennai under the gross cost contract, Tamil Nadu finance minister N Marie Wilson announced on Monday while presenting the 2006-07 budget.To support the rollout of the new fleet, Rs 500 crore has been earmarked to upgrade electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure…
