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In 1998, scientists sent 4 pregnant swordtail fish and 200 babies into space; near the end of the mission, the fish suddenly began swimming in continuous loops

In an unprecedented experiment in 1998, swordtail fish were launched into orbit on the space shuttle Endeavor to explore how life persists withou

Before the 1960s, Yellowstones Morning Glory Pool was deep blue. Visitors threw in pennies, rocks and garbage, and its color changed

Yellowstone National Park is grappling with an escalating issue of litter left by visitors. This debris often contaminates the park's delicate hy

Quote of the day by Nick Jonas, 'I trained myself to not get my hopes up...' offers life advice on managing expectations, persistence, acceptance, work, productivity

Quote of the day by Nick Jonas is about much more than unreleased music. It is about the quiet education that comes from discovering how unpredic

Ayush Malik converted to Islam by choice, rules Allahabad HC

Prayagraj:Ayush Malik converted to Islam by his own choice and married a Muslim woman against his fathers wishes, the Allahabad High Court observ

IPL chairman Arun Dhumal confirms push to bring 2027 auction back to India

The IPL auction is gearing up to make a comeback to India for its 2027 season. While the exact host city remains undecided, this event promises t

ECoR GM Inspects Bhubaneswar Railway Station Redevelopment Progress

East Coast Railway (ECoR) General Manager Parmeshwar Funkwal inspected the ongoing redevelopment works at the Bhubaneswar Railway Station on Wedn

Karnataka High Court convicts advocate for misbehaviour inside courtroom in drunken state

Quote of the day by Stephen King: Life isn't a support system for art. It's the... Are we building a life around our dreams, or sacrificing our lives to achieve them? Life lessons from a motivational quote on self-doubt, creativity, relationships, and personal growth

Today's quote of the day by Stephen King reflects on a difficult truth: our ambitions should have a place in life, not take the place of life its

From Ankur to Malgudi Days, Anant Nags five-decade journey earns Phalke honour

In 2021, engineers floated a 74-metre platform off Scotland with 2 underwater turbines, and it's been making power since July

Off the coast of Scotland, the innovative Orbital O2 platform is revolutionizing energy generation with its ability to produce clean electricity.

Lam Research to invest 10,000 cr in first silicon component manufacturing facility in India

The company also incorporated India into its global supply chain and trained thousands of individuals for the semiconductor industry through work

Finance Ministry rejects foreign influence claims over UPI MDR, says India's digital payments decisions are made independently

India's finance ministry rejected claims of foreign pressure influencing UPI transaction charges. A 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate will apply to UPI

AI cannot replace judicial conscience, says Telangana HC judge

2013 Jhiram Valley Maoist attack case: All 10 convicts get death sentence

A special NIA court in Jagdalpur has awarded the death penalty to ten convicts. These individuals were found guilty in the 2013 Jhiram Valley Mao

Despite curbs, over 4,000 PoP Ganesha idols immersed in Bengaluru

The Karnataka State Pollution Control Board, in coordination with municipality officials and the police, launched a strict enforcement drive and

Indias critical mineral import dependence rises as demand surges: NITI Aayog

Coppers import value more than tripled from $3.3 billion in 2015 to $11.8 billion in 2025

MDR charges tax-deductible as business expense, say tax experts

Experts argue that since MDR fees are akin to other operational costs, such as rent and salaries, they should qualify for deductions, ultimately

WTO Report 2026: Is the world's trade rulebook breaking?

DRA invests 159 crore to acquire land parcel in South Chennai; plans premium residential development

The estimated gross development value will be around 1,200 crore

Metas personal AI agent Muse likely to face stringent India trust test

Experts at Gartner say Muse AIs successful deployment would require strong governance around consent, data handling and accountability

Iran claims it shot down US MQ-9 drone over Qeshm Island

Tehran: Irans Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Wednesday, September 16, that it had intercepted and destroyed a US MQ-9 Reaper dr

NIA court awards death penalty to all 10 convicts in 2013 Jhiram Valley Maoist attack case

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has awarded death penalty to ten Maoists for their alleged involvement in the Jhiram Ghati attack that ki

In 1999, NASA sent 4 ladybugs aboard Columbia for 5 days to chase aphids; the aphids lost their ability to escape by falling, and the ladybugs still caught and ate them

In 1999, four ladybugs embarked on an extraordinary journey aboard the space shuttle Columbia to investigate their predatory habits in a weightle

No question of rollback of 0.4% MDR charges on UPI transactions over 2,000: Top government official

Sources said the decision to impose MDR charges was taken in the larger interest of the UPI ecosystem and to strengthen its safety and security

A.P. Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan calls for collective efforts to protect ozone layer

Marking World Ozone Day-2026, he asserts that the earths protective shield needs to be preserved for the health of the planet

Telangana CM lists extent of land owned by KCR, KTR, Harish Rao and other family members

Telangana CM says KCRs farm house in Erravelli spans 700 acres, of which 388 acres is assignment land. He announces fact finding team would be co

Actor Anant Nag to be honoured with Dadasaheb Phalke award

Anna Theatre: another cinema landmark in Chennai bites the dust

Anna was a standalone theatre with minimal seating, perhaps around 300, a contrast to the tent-poles that Alankar and Wellington obviously were

Puja scam: Astrologer on run after allegedly duping woman of 329g gold

The case was registered on September 7 under Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, which deals with cheating and dishonestly

Saving the Western Ghats | Part 2 | In Focus Podcast

In the latest In Focus Podcast, host K. C. Deepika discusses the contentious Eco-Sensitive Area proposal in the Western Ghats with expert TV Rama

Gold, silver prices rise on bargain buying, dip in crude oil rates

Gold rebounds 1,200 to 1.55 lakh per 10 grams; Silver jumps 7,400 to 2.42 lakh per kilogram

Cooperative societies put on hold crop loan recovery from farmers

Aashirwad Ka Diya: BJP appeals for lamp-lighting on PM Modis birthday

Aashirwad Ka Diya: BJP appeals for lamp-lighting on PM Modis birthday

Coimbatore Airport expansion: Master plan gets Niti Aayog nod; awaits approval from Cabinet Committee on Expenditure

IIT Bhubaneswar and IIT ISM Dhanbad Join Forces to Advance Semiconductor Innovation

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar and the Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad have entered into a

Students of Kuvempu University stage protest over discrepancies in digital evaluation

SIP returns in last 3 yrs remain lacklustre even as inflows hit new high

Except for the average SIP return of 13 per cent each from small and mid-cap funds, all the schemes have delivered a single-digit return

Prometheum Capital, HashKey Digital Asset Group, and Velocity Capital Sign Binding MOU to Internationalize Tokenized U.S. Equities

Prometheum Capital, HashKey Digital Asset Group, and Velocity Capital Sign Binding MOU to Internationalize Tokenized U.S. Equities

PM Modi has decided to prostrate before Trump: Rahul Gandhi on 'UPI tax'

In a video posted on X, Gandhi urged Prime Minister Modi to stop lying down in front of the US, have a spine, stand up and rollback the UPI tax.

Never met Disha Salian: Aaditya Thackeray breaks silence on CBI FIR

Aaditya Thackeray denied meeting Disha Salian, calling allegations a false campaign. The CBI has registered an FIR into Salian's 2020 death follo

Jindal Supreme IPO subscribed 7.53 times on Day 1 led by retail investors

Jindal Supreme India Ltd has fixed a price band of 88-93 per share for the IPO

OPINION | Who will bear UPI charges?

Politics has begun in right earnest over the issue of levying merchant discount rate on high-value UPI transactions. Leader of Opposition in Lok

India eyes world finals spot ahead of high-stakes Davis Cup tie against South Korea

For the first time in nearly three decades, Team India stands on the precipice of a major Davis Cup breakthrough. They won their last quarterfina

ED Secures Conviction in LIC Check Fraud and Money Laundering Case

The Enforcement Directorate has secured a conviction against Sameer Joshi in a money laundering case linked to LIC check fraud. ED Secures Convic

Delhi Records 432 Dengue Cases In 2026 As September Sees Sharpest Rise

Delhi has recorded 432 dengue cases this year, including 121 in September, as MCD intensifies mosquito-control measures amid continued monsoon co

The Profit Impulse and the Rise of Rogue AI: Why Regulation Must Bite

The rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence has raised urgent concerns about whether safety can keep pace with capability. Because AI syste

Karur Bypass Road chokes with chaotic traffic, unchecked roadside parking

Listing will provide Tata Sons more power to fund Groups big projects: InGovern

A public Tata Sons would be better equipped to allocate capital between established businesses and newer ventures, says InGovern

Government Increases EPFO Salary Cap, Expanding Social Security for Workers

The Indian government raises the EPFO salary limit, enhancing social security for millions of workers across the country. Government Increases EP

Why doesnt Sabyasachis New York comeback look Indian enough?

Twenty years after his overlooked New York Fashion Week debut, designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee returned to the city with denim, a Met collaboration

Indian dentist dies after collapsing at home in Sharjah

Sharjah: A 32-year-old Indian dentist and mother of two died after collapsing at her home in Sharjahs Al Qasimia area on Monday morning, Septembe

Hair caught in generator, 11-year-old girl dies at Ganesh procession in Chittoor

Prasanna Sri was sitting beside the generator set that lit the procession at Damarapakam village, Nagari police say; she died on the way to hospi

Pet owners turn out to be biggest takers of air purifiers

Pet owners represent about 17 per cent of the consumer voice for air purifiers

Government removes registration requirement for small exporters in bid to reduce compliance burden

According to the data presented by the government covering 2021-22 to 2025-26, low-value exports account for a significant share of shipping bill

Man gets 15 days jail for assaulting home guard on traffic duty

Hyderabad:A Nampally court has sentenced a 40-year-old man to 15 days simple imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 3,050 for assaulting a home gu

Punjab Congress President Criticizes Center Over UPI Tax Imposition

Punjab Congress chief Amarinder Singh Raja Wading criticizes the central government for imposing a tax on UPI transactions over 2,000. Punjab Con

Samsung India expects double-digit growth in H2 appliances biz on festive demand

The company is encouraged by its festive sales in 2026, which started with Onam in Kerala and are expected to continue the momentum

UP Man Repeatedly Stabs, Beheads Sleeping Wife Over Suspicion Of Affair

On the night of September 9, while Nagma was fast asleep, Parvez attacked her with a sharp knife out of resentment and murdered her.

11,346 seized vehicles clogging Bengaluru police stations to be shifted

The accumulation of vehicles has not only created a shortage of space at police stations but has also resulted in vehicles spilling onto roads an

iPhone 18 Pro Unboxing ASMR | TechPulse

iPhone 18 Pro Unboxing ASMR | TechPulse

GJC seeks review of 67% hike in gold hallmarking fee

GJC said it supports mandatory hallmarking for purity assurance and consumer protection but calls for a transparent cost assessment and stakehold

Traffic diversions in Erode for Vinayaka procession

Have never known or met Disha Salian: Aaditya Thackeray says 'smear campaign against me a political agenda'

Aaditya Thackeray denies knowing Disha Salian, calling allegations politically motivated. He stated he never met or knew Sushant Singh Rajput's f

Nunc Smart Coffee Maker | Quick Review

Nunc Smart Coffee Maker | Quick Review

Owaisi Should Understand Islamic Teachings Before Opposing UCC, Says Acharya Pramod Krishnam

Acharya Pramod Krishnam criticizes Owaisis stance on UCC, urging him to grasp Islamic principles of equality. Owaisi Should Understand Islamic Te

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New eel species described from Arabian Sea, named after CMFRI

New species, named Ariosoma cmfriense, was collected from the waters off Kollam in Keralam at a depth of about 300 m in January 2026

India emerges as IWG's 3rd-largest growth mkt with 43 new location signings

IWG signed 43 new locations in India in the first half of 2026, making the country its third-largest growth market globally and its fastest-growi

RSS affiliate opposes proposed MDR on UPI transactions above 2,000

Swadeshi Jagran Manch co-convener Ashwani Mahajan says UPI transaction fee is most unfortunate, demeaning an achievement of Bhara

Moose Wala killing to Ambala blast: The long terror trail of ISI proxy Shahzad Bhatti

Shahzad Bhatti Network declared a terrorist organisation under UAPA. The network allegedly smuggled arms, explosives, and narcotics across border

CBIC plans wider AI use, unified portal to ease customs compliance costs

CBIC Chairman Vivek Chaturvedi says AI, machine learning and real-time analytics can lower transaction costs and help create a near-touchless cus

UP Teacher Recruitment 2026: Yogi govt announces over 15,000 PRT, PGT vacancies, applications begin today

The Yogi government has announced vacancies for 15,012 teacher posts. The vacancies has been announced for 897 Assistant Teacher (Affiliated Prim

ASIAN GAMES 2026 | Greater emphasis on cultural sensitivity as Indian athletes arrive in Japan

Badruddin Ajmal, Nagaon Bypoll And His Possible Return To Parliament

Badruddin Ajmal's candidature was announced a day before the deadline for filing nominations.

Omar Abdullahs Warning to Ladakhis: Dont Trust Delhis Words, Get It in Writing

Abdullah recalled how the Centre had assured the people of J&K that statehood would be restored immediately after elections. Nearly two years hav

Kolkata High Court Dismisses PIL Against Mamata Banerjee Over Bangladesh Comments

The Kolkata High Court has dismissed a public interest litigation against Mamata Banerjee regarding her comments on Bangladesh during a public ra

Dubai approves 80km New Fourth Corridor road project connecting Abu Dhabi and Sharjah

Dubai has approved an eighty-kilometer New Fourth Corridor road project. This significant infrastructure development will connect Abu Dhabi and S

Man Dies in Boudh Road Accident, Outraged Locals Block Traffic Demanding Action

A 35-year-old man, Tuna Nag from Bhaliapadar village, died in a road accident in Kantamal, in Boudh district, leaving the local area in deep mour

'Guerrilla warfare against irrelevance': Puneet Chandok, President, Microsoft India & South Asia

'Guerrilla warfare against irrelevance': Puneet Chandok, President, Microsoft India & South Asia

Varshney re-appointed as SEBI whole-time member till 2029

Varshney heads departments including corporate finance, corporation finance investigation, integrated surveillance and legal affairs, among other

70 Pc Of Urban Indians Surveyed Want To Retire Before 60: Report

About 70 per cent of urban Indians would like to retire before the traditional retirement age of 58-60 if their financial needs are fully taken c

Meta not just an 'intermediary', has greater responsibility: Govt

Government officials made the comments a day after Meta agreed to report child safety-related matters directly to the cybercrime portal managed b

Hyderabad Police book 5 fake number plate cases in a week

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Traffic Police booked five criminal cases in one week against people using fake number plates on multiple vehicles. Acco

Lizzie Borden lecturing on family values!: Bessent delivers fiery comeback to Pressleys 'lecture'

Need To Carry On League Winning Momentum: Arsenals Ben White

Winning the first four games of the season has given us a lot of confidence to go on and win the Premier League on the trot Arsenals Ben White

CPI(M) Offices Vandalized in Howrah, BJP Denies Involvement

CPI(M) offices in Howrah were vandalized, with the party blaming BJP for the attack, which the BJP has denied. CPI(M) Offices Vandalized in Howra

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'Pun intended!': Kennedy vs Booker turns hilarious! Big Brain jab leaves Senate Caucus laughing

Hyderabad: Numaish 2027 needs this 30-year-old popcorn shop

Popcorn is usually treated as an afterthought, a mindless movie-theatre crunch or a basic microwave snack. In Hyderabad, however, a single local