An asteroid shattered near Jupiter’s gravitational gateway 800 million years ago; scientists say the debris may have bombarded Earth for 150 million years

Asteroid breakup 800 million years ago may have triggered impacts on Earth, the Moon and Mars (AI photo) A massive asteroid that broke apart around 800 million years ago may have sent a huge number of rocky fragments towards Earth, the Moon and Mars, according to a new study led by researchers at the Southwest…

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Army’s QMTI launches drone and EV repair courses to empower disabled soldiers | Pune News

Army’s QMTI launches courses for disabled soldiers Pune: Queen Mary’s Technical Institute (QMTI) has launched specialised courses for disabled soldiers to equip them with skills in drone technology and electric vehicle (EV) repair maintenance.The three-month courses aim to prepare wounded and disabled soldiers for employment opportunities and entrepreneurship after their retirement. “Considering the importance of…

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Gujarat University allots 37,894 UG seats for 2026-27; Commerce remains students’ top preference

Gujarat University has completed the allotment of 37,894 undergraduate seats for the 2026-27 academic session, with commerce and arts emerging as the most preferred streams among aspirants. According to TNN, professional and integrated courses also witnessed encouraging demand, while the university will continue the admission process through additional allotment rounds to fill vacant seats. Gujarat…

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India Test squad for Sri Lanka tour likely this week; selectors sweat over Washington Sundar | Cricket News

India’s Washington Sundar. (Photo by AP/PTI) NEW DELHI: The men’s senior selection committee, chaired by Ajit Agarkar, is likely to pick the squad for the upcoming two-Test tour of Sri Lanka, starting August 15 in Galle. Informal discussions took place on the sidelines of the white-ball tour in England, and a formal meeting will convene…

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What is trending in Kolkata today

Kolkata boosts I-Day security as HC voids certain OBC certificates (Image used for representational purpose only) KOLKATA: Kolkata is preparing for Independence Day under heightened security, while a major Calcutta High Court ruling and a dispute involving a prominent Durga Puja committee are also drawing attention.Kolkata Police has deployed around 6,000 personnel and installed hundreds…

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