Kolkata: Baguiati PS cops on Thursday arrested Bikash Naskar, husband of former Trinamool BMC councillor Purnima Naskar, on the charges of extortion and assault. Naskar became the sixth political representative from the BMC area to be arrested over the past one-and-a-half months.The complaint was lodged recently though the incident dates back to 2020.So far, 10…
For generations, Lake Victoria supported one of the world’s richest freshwater ecosystems. Beneath its surface lived hundreds of species of cichlid fish, many found nowhere else on Earth. These small, colourful fish had evolved over thousands of years to occupy different parts of the lake, from rocky shorelines to deeper waters. But a decision made…
Hope has inspired humanity through wars, disasters, personal struggles and moments of uncertainty for thousands of years. Long before modern psychology explored the power of optimism, the ancient Greek philosopher Thales of Miletus reflected on hope as one of life’s greatest strengths. His famous words, “Hope is the only good that is common to all…
In Valmiki Basti, some residents waded through waist-deep water while others carried schoolchildren across flooded lanes on a large blue plastic sheet being used as a makeshift raft. NEW DELHI: Heavy rain lashed the national capital on Friday, inundating low-lying areas, disrupting traffic on major roads and leaving several neighbourhoods waterlogged as the India Meteorological…
Rs 300 in his pocket to Pan-India stardom: A look at Yash’s net worth, luxury assets and upcoming movies Today, Yash is one of the biggest stars in Indian cinema, but his journey to success was far from easy. The actor, who became a nationwide sensation after the blockbuster success of the ‘KGF’ franchise, has…
A 95-year-old grandfather, Nonno, demonstrates his daily exercise routine for staying fit. He uses a resistance band for low-impact strength training, showing great control. His granddaughter, influencer Alyssa Stellato, shared this inspiring video online. The post highlights his dedication and commitment to maintaining his physical well-being. This routine has garnered significant positive attention and admiration…
Artificial intelligence has transformed wildlife photography, allowing people to sharpen blurry images, remove distracting branches and enhance colours with just a few clicks. But scientists now say these seemingly harmless edits could have unintended consequences far beyond social media. A new commentary published in Nature Ecology & Evolution warns that AI-enhanced bird photographs are beginning…
New Delhi: The state Cabinet has approved the Delhi Startup and Incubation Policy, committing more than ₹400 crore over the next five years to promote innovation, entrepreneurship and research in the capital, CM Rekha Gupta said Thursday. The policy seeks to create a structured support system for aspiring entrepreneurs by providing incubation facilities, mentorship and…
Monster cloud created by the wildfires PARIS: A wildfire in southwest France grew so powerful that its smoke column became a thunderstorm, generating lightning that struck the ground and ignited new fires beyond the original blaze, French officials said.Put another way, that means the inferno was no longer simply being propelled by the weather. It…
Lu Zikuan with his father. (Photo credit: South China Morning Post) Most children are asked to finish their vegetables. Eleven-year-old Lu Zikuan was asked to eat far more than he ever wanted to. Not because he was underweight or because his parents wanted him to grow taller. He needed to gain enough weight to save…
