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Ecologists urge scientists and policymakers to study imminent Super El Nio to prepare for the future

Scientists and ecologists say that Indias natural systems are likely to experience a range of potentially devastating impacts as a result of El Nio

The Hindu 19 Sep 2026 9:47 pm

Global population dataset uses buildings to reveal people

Researchers at the Department of Energy

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 9:30 pm

How narwhal

The fight against climate change has a new, spiral-tusked ally: the narwhal.

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 9:00 pm

A humpback whale was spotted in a California river, 60 miles from its Pacific Ocean home

Denny Glover was hoping for a big catch when he went fishing with buddies on the Sacramento River, but he wasn

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 7:38 pm

The monsters that weren

For decades, an idea has grown in paleontology that, long before scientists began digging up and reconstructing dinosaur bones, the Indigenous San and Basotho in southern Africa noticed them too, incorporating them into songs, myths and immortalizing them on cave walls. But under closer scrutiny, these claims begin to crumble.

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 7:30 pm

Rethinking how we assess students could improve their well-being

When you were in school, what stressed you out the most? For many students, classroom assessments

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 7:00 pm

Protein map reveals how red blood cells rapidly adjust to low oxygen

Scientists map the hidden protein network that helps red blood cells adapt to oxygen

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 5:10 pm

Loss of Y chromosome in men could be an early warning sign of cancer

A study initiated by Dr. Dan Theodorescu, a physician-scientist at the University of Arizona Cancer Center, revealed that the loss of the Y chromosome in men

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 4:50 pm

Scientists simulate cosmic crashes to test whether icy moons gain or lose their ability to sustain life

Many of the moons orbiting Saturn, Uranus and Neptune likely conceal oceans of liquid water beneath miles of icy shell. Because life as we know it needs water, these buried oceans rank among the most promising places to search for life beyond Earth.

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 4:30 pm

Kids involved with child protective services miss much more school than their peers

Across the country, kids are settling into new school-year routines. Parents buy backpacks, teachers arrange desks and lesson plans, and friends reconnect. But in recent years, empty chairs are becoming a more common sight

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 4:30 pm

Mathematicians Hate AI. They Can

Powerful AI models have created an existential risk to the field, but researchers can

Wired 19 Sep 2026 3:30 pm

Sea surface temperature biases shift the North Pacific jet stream southward, study finds

Climate models are numerical models used to project future climate change. They simulate the climate from the present into the future by calculating changes in the atmosphere, ocean and other components of the climate system. However, simulations of the present-day climate do not perfectly reproduce observations and contain various biases. The model characteristics that cause these biases can also affect simulations of the future climate. Understanding the causes and impacts of present-day climate biases is therefore important for improving the reliability of future climate projections.

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 3:20 pm

Residents Harmed by Oil Drilling May Soon Receive Reparations Under New California Law

While lawmakers iron out the details, advocates hope this approach could serve as a model for addressing histories of environmental hazards often concentrated in Black and low-income neighborhoods.

Wired 19 Sep 2026 3:00 pm

PM Modi inaugurates NGTs climate conference, highlights climate inequality

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Union Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Bhupender Yadav, Attorney General R. Venkataramani and NGT chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava attended the inaugural session

The Hindu 19 Sep 2026 12:42 pm

How rural policing gaps can make escaping domestic violence harder

Before murdering Molly Ticehurst in April 2024, court documents show Daniel Billings had threatened to exploit the limits of policing in her country town:

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 7:50 am

Peer sexual harassment emerges early, highlighting need for prevention before Grade 4

Sexual harassment between peers begins as early as Grade 4 and continues throughout lower secondary school. Most of those who sexually harass others have also experienced harassment themselves. These are among the findings of a doctoral thesis in psychology by Aziz-Kaan D

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 6:30 am

BJPs Pradeep Bhandari Questions Rahul Gandhis Memory

BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari criticizes Rahul Gandhi, calling Congress a party of historical divisions and questioning its democratic values. BJPs Pradeep Bhandari Questions Rahul Gandhis Memory

Udaipur Kiran 19 Sep 2026 1:48 am

Sambit Patra Critiques Rahul Gandhi, Urges Congress to Reflect on Its History

BJP leader Sambit Patra responds to Rahul Gandhis remarks, advising Congress to reconsider its historical actions. Sambit Patra Critiques Rahul Gandhi, Urges Congress to Reflect on Its History

Daily Kiran 19 Sep 2026 1:38 am

Quote of the day by Princess Diana: 'I dont go by the rule book. I lead from the heart, not the head.' Life lessons & inspiration from the Princess of Wales on staying true to yourself & finding the courage to live by your own values

Quote of the day by Princess Diana: I dont go by the rule book. I lead from the heart, not the head. Princess Dianas quote highlights the importance of leading with empathy and compassion. Her words suggest that emotions and reason can work together when making decisions. This approach encourages people to stay true to themselves while also considering the feelings of others. It also points to the value of looking beyond conventions and allowing kindness to guide our actions.

The Economic Times 19 Sep 2026 1:21 am

Medieval Chinese skeleton may reveal first evidence of a brutal punishment

Ancient Chinese authorities used many creative ways to punish people, often with methods designed to mark them for life. One brutal example mentioned repeatedly in historical texts is cutting off a person

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 12:50 am

Workplace AI adoption remains slow, informal and uneven, survey finds

Despite the rapid development of generative AI and the high level of public interest, the use of AI in the day-to-day work of many employees is not yet the norm. This is the finding of the third wave of the Konstanz AI study, for which a total of 1,105 employees were surveyed in May 2026. The proportion of employees who use AI in their work rose only slightly from 35% to 38% compared with the previous year.

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 12:50 am

To read 2,000-year-old burned scrolls, scientists burn their own

Douglas Seiler painstakingly sourced papyrus and reed pens from Egypt and traditional lampblack ink from Japan, then paid some high school students to inscribe the papyrus with lines from Star Wars and the Bible and a quote from the

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 12:30 am

Power breeds suspicion: In cases of wrongdoing, people point to leaders more quickly

People with power are more quickly singled out as the culprit when something goes wrong but it is unclear who made the mistake. That is shown by a series of studies by researchers at the University of Amsterdam. In one, they analyzed almost 100,000 everyday conflicts on the Reddit page

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 12:30 am

Vigilance Inquiry Likely Into Metro Pillar Damage

A source added that Zruti Solutions holds parking contracts at other HMRL sites, which may be why officials were attempting to mask the observations made by the inspection team.

Deccan Chronicle 19 Sep 2026 12:28 am

Rediscover Europe on the Ganga: The holy river has a unique tourism potential for Bengal

Although the phrase 'Europe on the Ganga' has been talked about in heritage tourism and conservation circles, its potential is yet to be tapped. Some years ago, the Danish government generously renovated the beautiful Danish church and tavern at Serampore, but footfall has remained largely local. The Portuguese seem to have forgotten Bandel though the salty cheese they apparently taught the locals to make is seeing a revival now thanks to the initiative of a few people.

The Economic Times 19 Sep 2026 12:10 am

Europe can lower emissions without deindustrializing, say researchers

The European Union has committed to achieving climate neutrality by 2050, a process that will require rapid and substantial reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across all economic sectors.

Phys.org 19 Sep 2026 12:10 am

BJPs Pradeep Bhandari Questions Rahul Gandhis Historical Awareness

BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari criticizes Rahul Gandhi, calling Congress a Bhasmasur party that forgets its history. BJPs Pradeep Bhandari Questions Rahul Gandhis Historical Awareness

Daily Kiran 19 Sep 2026 12:08 am

Takeda partners Dr Reddy's to launch dengue vaccine Qdenga in India from 2027

Takeda and Dr. Reddy's Labs will promote the Qdenga dengue vaccine in India. This pioneering vaccine is expected to launch in the first half of 2027. It will be available for paediatric and adult vaccination in the private market. The vaccine received approval from India's regulatory agency in July 2026. Pricing details for the Indian market have not yet been disclosed.

The Economic Times 19 Sep 2026 12:01 am

Trump Courts North Korea

President Trump has gotten no love back yet from Kim Jong-un. He could turn to Xi Jinping, China

The New York Times 18 Sep 2026 11:55 pm

Physicists extend the search for quantum black holes at the LHC

Physicists at UC Santa Barbara have extended the search for evidence of microscopic black holes produced at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) at the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN). The formation of these tiny, fleeting objects at the LHC represents one way theorists have sought to resolve anomalies in our understanding of the basic structure of spacetime, while the method used to look for them demonstrates a new way of searching for new particles.

Phys.org 18 Sep 2026 11:50 pm

Who do you trust in an emergency? Researchers ask people in places hit by extreme weather

One evening in August 2025, a Pakistani shepherd, Abuzar Hussain, was tending sheep and goats on the mountain slopes of Shijar. At about 6 p.m., a thunderous roar shattered the silence of the valley.

Phys.org 18 Sep 2026 11:50 pm

Experience The New Hindi Music Video 'Ishq Samajh Paye' by Aditya Rikhari

Get ready to be swept away by the latest hindi track 'Ishq Samajh Paye' beautifully sung by Aditya Rikhari. This captivating track feature mesmerizing music given by Aditya Rikhari and beautiful lyrics are also penned by Aditya Rikhari. Don't miss the chance to witness Aditya Rikhari's performance in the captivating hindi video track 'Ishq Samajh Paye'. Dive into a world of musical excellence by exploring more hindi tracks in the music videos section of hindi ETimes. Discover the incredible vocal talents of Aditya Rikhari. Indulge in the latest hindi video tracks of 2026, groove to the soulful compositions by Aditya Rikhari, immerse in the hindi music video tracks.

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:46 pm

Illegal search alone no ground to quash PC-PNDT case: HC

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:44 pm

Mobile tower equipment theft gang busted; 4 held

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:37 pm

2,297 candidates qualify for PCS-2025 interviews

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:35 pm

AAP puts up posters, poses three questions to BJP

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:34 pm

North Korean anthem played for South Korea at Asian Games

Organisers have apologised for playing the North Korean national anthem for the South Korean men's hockey team at the Asian Games in Japan. North Korean anthem played for South Korea at Asian Games

India Vision 18 Sep 2026 11:32 pm

Shakira bought a four-bedroom Miami mansion for $1.075 million in 2001, sold it for $1.8 million four years later: Singers early real estate move as she conquered the US music market

Shakira real estate: Shakira first purchased a Miami home on La Gorce Island in 2001. She later sold this Mediterranean-style residence for a profit in 2005. The singer then acquired a second, larger waterfront property on the same island. This second home underwent significant renovations and design updates over time. Shakira's Miami residences marked key points in her global property portfolio.

The Economic Times 18 Sep 2026 11:30 pm

New thermal insulator outperforms any material found in nature

Researchers have engineered a new material that is an extreme thermal insulator, is exceptionally stiff and can be printed as a thin film at large scales. The material has one of the lowest thermal conductivity profiles of any dense, or nonporous, material

Phys.org 18 Sep 2026 11:30 pm

Amit Shah to inaugurate Bireshwar co-op HQ in Examba today

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:22 pm

Govt lifts FD requirement for new schools

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:22 pm

State sets 50L quintal paddy procurement target

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:21 pm

Asian Games: Karate team leaves without coaches; equestrian riders caught in accred maze

For the karate contingent, reigning Asian champion Alisha Choudharys repeated pleas to sports authorities and Indian Olympic Association (IOA) officials for accreditation for her coach, Vikas Panchal, have gone unheard.

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 11:18 pm

ED Notice to Ex-Minister Ambati Rambabu in Liquor Case

He alleged that the notice was part of a political vendetta by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Union minister Pemmasani Chandrasekhar and minister Nara Lokesh.

Deccan Chronicle 18 Sep 2026 11:14 pm

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav Reviews Air Quality Action Plan for Delhi-NCR with UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav and UP CM Yogi Adityanath discuss measures to improve air quality in Delhi-NCR ahead of winter. Union Minister Bhupender Yadav Reviews Air Quality Action Plan for Delhi-NCR with UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Daily Kiran 18 Sep 2026 11:13 pm

Laser experiments recreate solar flare physics and reveal consistent magnetic reconnection rates

Magnetic reconnection is a process that occurs when the magnetic fields of a conductive plasma quickly rearrange and release massive amounts of stored magnetic energy. It is widely thought to be the underlying mechanism behind cosmic events such as solar flares and substorms in Earth

Phys.org 18 Sep 2026 11:10 pm

Where Is Vincent McMahon? Inside His Quiet Life After Leaving WWE And Janel Grant's Allegations In 2024

Vince McMahon redefined pro wrestling when he entered the world of WWE. But his legacy of creating icons like Hogan, Austin, and The Rock is now shadowed by decades of controversy.

NDTV 18 Sep 2026 11:07 pm

Heritage Works Planned at Shaikpet Mosque

Vegetation around the mosque has already been cleared, paving the way for conservation.

Deccan Chronicle 18 Sep 2026 11:07 pm

Discovery of CRISPR

CRISPR may be a powerful technology for gene editing, but the system existed in bacteria long before scientists began using it. For billions of years, CRISPR has acted as a natural immune system in bacteria and other microbes, helping defend them against invading viruses. But now, two new studies, published in Science, describe a similar RNA-guided system that originated in the viruses themselves and appears to be a precursor to CRISPR.

Phys.org 18 Sep 2026 10:50 pm

Who benefits from tariffs, according to research

Tariffs are usually debated as trade policy. But a study from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business treats them as something else: a mechanism for redistributing wealth.

Phys.org 18 Sep 2026 10:50 pm

Hemp waste cellulose unlocks tougher biodegradable plastics

Korean researchers have developed a method to strengthen biodegradable plastics using hemp hurd, an agricultural byproduct. The approach is expected to be applicable to other large-volume agricultural residues, including soybean stalks and rice straw.

Phys.org 18 Sep 2026 10:30 pm

Background hums and buzzes affect human behavior, researcher finds

Have you ever stopped and listened to the background sounds in a room you are in? The hum of the ventilation? The buzz of electricity? While most of the time we are barely aware of these sounds, Arthur Jinyue Guo, a researcher at the RITMO Centre for Interdisciplinary Research on Rhythm, Time and Motion, has revealed that they nevertheless affect our behavior.

Phys.org 18 Sep 2026 10:30 pm

Both Asia Cup Trophies Will Land Up At BCCI Headquarters One Day, Says Devajit Saikia

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia: BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia on Friday expressed firm confidence that both the men's and women's Asia Cup trophies will eventually be housed at the board's headquarters here. The Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women's team declined to accept their winner's medals and the trophy from ACC President Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as the PCB chairman and Pakistan's interior minister, after winning the Asia Cup final in Dubai last week. It mirrors a similar stance taken by the Indian men's team following their Asia Cup triumph last year. We congratulated our women's team for their superb victory in Dubai last week. They have very nicely won the first match against Japan and we hope that they will win the gold medal in the Asian Games on 22nd of this month. Asia Cup trophies we hope it will come one day. I will not give you a timeline, but I can assure you that both the trophies will come up and land up in this BCCI head office at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Saikia told reporters at the end of the 95th BCCI AGM held at its headquarters on Friday. The player auction for the upcoming IPL season will take place in the second week of December, which will also be the final mini-auction of the current 2023-27 rights cycle. To commemorate 20 years of the league, the BCCI is planning grand celebrations for the upcoming edition. We have also discussed about engaging and activating our state associations to give support to physically-challenged cricketers. The BCCI will complete 100 years in December 2027, so we will do centenary celebrations from December 2027 for one year, added Saikia. Saikia further clarified that former Assam Ranji Trophy cricketer Subhadeep Ghosh has been brought in as the Indian men's cricket team fielding coach on a short-term assignment following the exit of T Dilip. Ghosh, who previously worked with the senior women's side between 2021 and 2023 and serves as a fielding coach at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, assumed the role ahead of India's two-Test tour of Sri Lanka in August. Saikia further clarified that former Assam Ranji Trophy cricketer Subhadeep Ghosh has been brought in as the Indian men's cricket team fielding coach on a short-term assignment following the exit of T Dilip. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories His tenure will be evaluated following India's upcoming tour of New Zealand, based on performance assessments and feedback from the rest of Indian team management. If approved, Ghosh could continue in the role till the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 18 Sep 2026 10:26 pm

Jailer 2 promo: Suraj Venjaramoodu joins Rajinikanth's action sequel as Dileep

While the makers of Jailer 2 dropped the teaser a few weeks back, we now finally have a closer look at the characters and their appearances in the film. Helmed by Nelson Dilipkumar, Rajinikanth's action-packed sequel is slated for release this Dussehra.

Mid Day 18 Sep 2026 10:20 pm

Keeping people connected during disasters requires looking beyond network coverage

A communication outage can complicate the decisions people need to make during a disaster. On September 28, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission reported that 74.31% of cell sites in its Hurricane Helene reporting area in North Carolina were out of service. The figure captured a substantial disruption, although the agency cautioned that cell-site outages do [] This story continues at The Next Web

TNW 18 Sep 2026 10:13 pm

Coffee on the nanoscale: Graphene oxide membrane removes half the caffeine while retaining key compounds

The humble coffee filter has the relatively simple job of letting the coffee through and leaving the grounds behind. But researchers from the ARC Center of Excellence for Carbon Science and Innovation (COE-CSI) are exploring whether a filter operating on the molecular scale can do something much more difficult: separate the caffeine from the coffee itself.

Phys.org 18 Sep 2026 10:10 pm

Analysis: As 2 Flowers In Trinamool Symbol Split, Questions About Party's Future

Mamata Banerjee drew the Trinamool Congress symbol herself.

NDTV 18 Sep 2026 9:52 pm

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai unveils Viksit Chhattisgarh 2047 vision at 'Seva Sankalp' dialogue

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai presented the state's 'Viksit Chhattisgarh 2047' roadmap. The plan emphasizes good governance and reaching every citizen with scheme benefits. Digital tools are being used to strengthen transparency and track project implementation effectively. The state is developing its unique growth model, leveraging forest resources and tourism potential. Key achievements include success against Naxalism and empowering women and farmers economically.

The Economic Times 18 Sep 2026 9:51 pm

Anti-transgender legislation can cause psychological distress even in states with trans-friendly laws

Legislation that affects or discriminates against transgender and gender-diverse individuals can cause more psychological distress than personal experiences of discrimination, according to new Virginia Commonwealth University research published in the journal American Psychologist. The study also found that individuals with those identities experienced psychological distress from anti-transgender laws even if they lived in a state with legislation that is friendly toward transgender and gender-diverse individuals.

Phys.org 18 Sep 2026 9:50 pm

An extremely stable quantum gas offers a new lens on strongly interacting systems

Molecular gases are a new form of artificial quantum matter. However, when these molecules collide, they are often lost extremely rapidly. Researchers from Radboud University and Columbia University have been able to suppress this collisional loss, paving the way for strongly interacting quantum matter. This new artificial quantum matter allows researchers to study quantum behavior relevant to electrons in real materials. Their results are published in Science.

Phys.org 18 Sep 2026 9:50 pm

India trail 0-2 to South Korea in Davis Cup 2026 qualifiers

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The News Mill 18 Sep 2026 9:43 pm

Cristiano Ronaldo Ends Retirement Speculation, Included in Portugals UEFA Nations League Squad

Cristiano Ronaldo is back in Portugals squad for the UEFA Nations League, quelling retirement rumors after the World Cup. Cristiano Ronaldo Ends Retirement Speculation, Included in Portugals UEFA Nations League Squad

Daily Kiran 18 Sep 2026 9:39 pm

BCCI To Take Call On Chief Selector Agarkar's Future Within 15 Days, Says Devajit Saikia

Secretary Devajit Saikia: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will take a decision on senior men's chief selector Ajit Agarkar's future within the next 15 days, said Secretary Devajit Saikia after the 95th Annual General Meeting (AGM) took place here on Friday. Agarkar, who assumed the chief selector's role in July 2023, has been a part of a successful period for the national side. Under his term as chief selector, India reached the 2023 ODI World Cup final, won the 2024 T20 World Cup, the 2025 Champions Trophy, and retained the T20 World Cup title at home earlier this year. His term ends on October 4, and the BCCI will have to make a decision as India enters the final leg of preparations for the 2027 Mens ODI World Cup. Today, there has been no discussion about any individual. We still have 15 days to go. We will take a decision and in appropriate time, we will let you know, Saikia told reporters. In a major administrative decision, the BCCI has approved a substantial fee revision for domestic umpires and match referees, marking the first compensation enhancement since the 2017/18 season. Since 2017-18, there was no revision of the fees of the umpires. So we have done a restructuring of their categories. Earlier there were four categories, A+, A, B and C. Now we have restructured it as A, B, C and D. All their fees per day has been enhanced substantially, said Saikia. The BCCI has also introduced a merit-based promotion and demotion mechanism to foster accountability among match officials. Those who will be doing good, 10 umpires will be upgraded to the next level. Those umpires who are at the upper level, if they are not performing up to that level or they are a satisfactory level, they will be downgraded. 10 umpires will go up, 10 umpires will go down, he added. Saikia also quashed rumours over a possible change of venue for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test in Ranchi, scheduled to be held from February 19 to 23, 2027. There are six months left. We will take a call after a few days. We havent received any such requests as of now about the change of venue for the Ranchi Test. He also informed the new junior mens selection committee would soon be formed after the Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) interviews candidates for the positions. We have received a large number of applicants for the junior selection committee, which we will give to our cricket committee, which will be competent to select the selectors. We will be trying to complete the process in the next 10-15 days. On the subject of aligning with the proposed Central Sports Act, Saikia clarified that the BCCI will await official notification from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports before making any structural amendments. Regarding the Sports Act, our stand is very clear. There are a lot of things which are yet to be done from the concerned authority. Once those exercises are completed, and once BCCI comes under the Sports Act, a particular notification has to be issued to make it a designated sport. On the subject of aligning with the proposed Central Sports Act, Saikia clarified that the BCCI will await official notification from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports before making any structural amendments. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Addressing the ongoing proceedings before the Supreme Court regarding the matter, Saikia said, So, as of today, there is nothing like that, which was mentioned in the Supreme Court that day. We will give the clarification on 27th of October, when the matter will be listed next time. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 18 Sep 2026 9:38 pm

Hrithik Roshan reacts to Katrina Kaif's postpartum body-shaming

Hrithik Roshan recently liked a post on Instagram slamming trolls who criticised Katrina Kaif over her postpartum weight gain after her recent appearance. The actress was seen attending the Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations at Antilia

Mid Day 18 Sep 2026 9:34 pm

Mohammad Zeeshan Ayyub Finds Courtroom Sequences in Hunkar: The Roar Effortless

Actor Mohammad Zeeshan Ayyub shares his experience filming courtroom scenes in the upcoming series Hunkar: The Roar. Mohammad Zeeshan Ayyub Finds Courtroom Sequences in Hunkar: The Roar Effortless

Daily Kiran 18 Sep 2026 9:34 pm

The art heist paradox: Why better police work can lead to more stolen masterpieces

When a multimillion-dollar masterpiece vanishes from a museum, the public calls for tougher criminal penalties and better-funded police task forces. But research from Wake Forest University suggests that some of these intuitive solutions can backfire, resulting in more art crime, not less.

Phys.org 18 Sep 2026 9:30 pm

India's Chess Teams Win Big In Olympiad Round 3

The Indian men's chess team defeated Italy 3-1, with Nihal Sarin and D Gukesh securing key wins. The women's team also achieved a dominant 3.5-0.5 victory against Greece, maintaining their strong position in the 46th Chess Olympiad.

Rediff 18 Sep 2026 9:29 pm

In 1993, a few bison were introduced to America's dying grasslands. Now, thousands of those beasts, once hunted to near extinction, are helping bring the prairie ecosystem back to life

Oklahoma's Tallgrass Prairie Preserve is restoring bison populations and their habitat. Bison grazing and wallowing create favorable conditions for diverse plant and animal life. Controlled burns also remain essential for prairie recovery and renewal. These efforts help rebuild ecological relationships within the ecosystem. The preserve demonstrates successful species restoration alongside modern land use.

The Economic Times 18 Sep 2026 9:28 pm

IRGC's Mass Exercise Sparks Alarm, Sends Message To US & Israel | Watch

Iran has launched a massive nationwide 313,000 Jan-Fada of Iran drill, bringing together IRGC-linked forces, organized battalions and civilians in Tehran and across the country. The exercise, described by Iranian officials as a demonstration of national resistance and readiness, comes amid heightened tensions between Iran, the United States and Israel.

The Times of India 18 Sep 2026 9:25 pm

Anil Ambani denies 'any wrongdoing' after CBI lodges FIR over 2,684-cr LIC investment 'fraud'

Ambani denies any wrongdoing, whatsoever, and reserves all rights available to him in law, a spokesperson for Ambani said

The Hindu Businessline 18 Sep 2026 9:25 pm

What Happened To Drago? Clavicular's Best Friend Gets Hit Live On Camera

Drago was beaten badly in an outdoor boxing match at a Kick streamer event, and Clavicular reacted to the clip within hours. He was never knocked out.

NDTV 18 Sep 2026 9:25 pm

Warren Buffett leaves behind an 'enemy list' for every investor

After six decades at the helm, Warren Buffett has stepped down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway. Celebrated for his distinct investment philosophy, Buffett underscored the importance of managing emotional impulses like fear and greed, which often plague the financial markets. He also warned about the perils of impulsiveness, herd mentality, and ego that can negatively impact investment choices.

The Economic Times 18 Sep 2026 9:25 pm

Derrick Henry's Record Chase Reignites Greatest Running Back Of All Time Debate

He ran for 144 yards and three touchdowns in Week 1 at age 32. Then Terron Armstead went on NFL on CBS and said what a lot of people were quietly thinking. The greatest running back debate has a new name in it.

NDTV 18 Sep 2026 9:24 pm

Watch: Gaurav Khanna-Akanksha Chamola arrive at Ekta Kapoor's Ganpati separately

Gaurav Khanna and Akanksha Chamola attended Ektaa Kapoor's Ganpati visarjan separately following their separation announcement. The former couple was seen posing for the cameras at different moments during the event.

Mid Day 18 Sep 2026 9:20 pm

On India's Semiconductor Aspirations, Ashwini Vaishnaw's Progress Report

Speaking with NDTV's Padmaja Joshi at Semicon India in New Delhi, Ashwini Vaishnaw said India had moved beyond its earlier ambitions and was now gaining confidence from the execution of projects on the ground.

NDTV 18 Sep 2026 9:20 pm

Ladakh Doubles Its Wonder Berry Sea Buckthorn's Price to Rs 300/kg, Hosts First International Conclave

Ladakh has doubled the procurement price of sea buckthorn to Rs 300/kg and launched its first International Sea Buckthorn Conclave in Leh. The move, inspired by PM Modi's Sanjeevani praise, aims to boost farmers' income, cut massive crop wastage and build a complete value chain for the Himalayan superfruit.

IBTimes 18 Sep 2026 9:17 pm

'Baby 2 is coming soon': Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh visit Siddhivinayak Temple; fans link it to Dua's birth

The couple visited Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple on Friday, accompanied by Ranveer's parents, just as they prepare to welcome their second child. Deepika wore an orange-and-purple traditional ensemble, while Ranveer chose a purple kurta with white trousers.

IBTimes 18 Sep 2026 9:16 pm