The art of seduction is not exclusive to humans. Animals do it, and so do plants. In the floral world, attraction is a matter of survival. Certain plants paint themselves in colours calibrated so precisely that bees can read them like landing signals, even when human eyes barely detect the difference!A new study published in…
Israel said on Wednesday it launched a strike on a pharmaceutical facility in Iran, alleging it was supplying fentanyl for use in a chemical weapons programme, a charge denied by Tehran.Iran confirmed that the Tofigh Daru factory was hit but said it produces only “hospital drugs” used in medical procedures. Both sides said the strike…
Fuel prices were raised again on Monday, with petrol becoming costlier by Rs 2.61 per litre and diesel by Rs 2.71 per litre, marking the fourth hike in less than two weeks.The latest increase is expected to add further pressure on household budgets and transportation costs, as consumers continue to grapple with rising fuel expenses…
Virat Kohli leads RCB run chase in Bengaluru. (Pic credit: IPL) BENGALURU: The early phase of IPL has largely belonged to emerging talent and young turks. But the midweek fixture at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium here was different. It turned out to be a vintage Wednesday. Two experienced exponents of the sport from Royal Challengers…
Actress Vedhika has alerted her followers after revealing that her mother’s mobile phone number was hacked. The actress, who entered Tamil cinema with ‘Madrasi’ and later appeared in films such as ‘Muni’, ‘Malai Malai’, and ‘Kaalai’, shared the worrying update on her Instagram page. Her post immediately caught the attention of fans and social media…
In a heartwarming trip down memory lane, Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan has candidly opened up about the profound impact Shah Rukh Khan had on his early career. Reflecting on their decades-long brotherhood, the ‘Hum Tum’ actor hailed the ‘King’ actor as an absolute visionary who accurately predicted the massive visual effects (VFX) revolution in…
Pink Test match ball (Getty Images) The International Cricket Council is considering a series of sweeping changes to cricket’s playing conditions across formats, including a potentially game-changing proposal that could see teams switch from the traditional red ball to the pink ball during Test matches under specific circumstances, according to a report by Cricbuzz. The…
Actor Sudesh Berry sparked controversy after saying he wants to wash PM Modi’s feet and drink the water, calling him “an avatar of Lord Vishnu” bringing “Ram Rajya.” On a podcast, he also revealed rejecting a CJP invite, criticising the party as unproductive. His remarks drew backlash online, with many calling it blind faith. Veteran…
A 13-year-old boy has died after getting into difficulty while swimming at a reservoir in West Yorkshire during the Bank Holiday heatwave, police confirmed on Tuesday.Emergency services rushed to Leadbeater Dam on Lumb Lane in Halifax at around 3.20pm on Monday after reports that the teenager was struggling in the water. The boy was later…
The biggest night in Hollywood, the 98th Academy Awards, is finally here, bringing together the film industry’s biggest stars under one roof for an evening celebrating and honouring the best in film. As A-list celebrities descend on the red carpet, many will already be winning the spotlight with their fashion choices, even if they don’t…