Nearly two and a half centuries have passed since soldiers gathered on a grassy rise overlooking Fort Ticonderoga and listened as a newly declared nation introduced itself to the world. The hill remains quiet today, bordered by trees and shaped by layers of military history, yet the ground beneath it has continued to preserve fragments…
Concrete has been the backbone of construction for centuries. Roads, bridges, skyscrapers, and all of it rely on the same old inert material. It is hard, durable, and predictable. But a new material is quietly challenging that norm. It grows, breathes, and even heals its own cracks. Scientists have created a living wall material that…
Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill and his opening partner Sai Sudharsan geared up calmly – pads strapped, gloves on – before stepping out to open against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Friday. What followed, however, was anything but quiet.The duo put…
Old gold exchange transactions at jewellery stores have surged by as much as 60% year-on-year as soaring gold prices encourage consumers to use existing jewellery to fund fresh purchases, according to an ET report citing industry executives.The report said exchange-led purchases now account for almost half of sales at leading jewellery chains. The trend has…
Suriya and Trisha Krishnan’s fantasy action blockbuster ‘Karuppu’ is gradually approaching the final phase of its theatrical journey. After nearly four weeks in cinemas, the film continues to register collections despite facing a natural slowdown.According to Sacnilk, ‘Karuppu’ earned Rs 43 lakhs net in India on Day 27. The collection came from 869 shows across…
Joshua Spriestersbach, 54, was awarded a $975,000 payout after he was wrongfully arrested and thrown in a Hawaii psychiatric hospital for years/ AP A man who spent years detained in a psychiatric hospital after being repeatedly mistaken for someone else has been awarded a $975,000 payout, bringing partial closure to a case that unfolded across…
US inflation rose in April to 3.8 per cent as surging fuel costs amid the ongoing Iran-US conflict drove up consumer prices, hitting a three-year high complicating the Federal Reserve’s path on interest rates.Data released by the Labor Department on Tuesday showed the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 0.6 per cent in April after a…
Kannada cinema continues to win hearts with its family dramas, exploring themes of life, relationships, and traditions. These films, like ‘Raajakumara’ and ‘Mungaru Male,’ resonate deeply with audiences of all ages, proving their enduring popularity. Filmmakers favor these stories for their universal appeal and ability to convey social realities, reminding viewers of their own family…
The much-awaited film ‘Karuppu’, starring Suriya and Trisha Krishnan, has already begun trending even before its release. Directed by RJ Balaji, the film is generating significant buzz ahead of its theatrical debut. A key talking point has been editor Kalai’s impressions, which have created strong excitement among fans. Editor Kalai calls ‘Karuppu’ a complete theatre…
Picture Credit: Instagram Samantha Ruth Prabhu is basking in success with her latest film, ‘Maa Itni Bangaaram’. The film being a women-led action drama made on a small budget has been roaring at the box office. Recently the actress talked about the lack of time and effort given to female stars in comparison to a…