The world’s most ubiquitous cockroach — the tiny, tan German cockroach — is currently creeping through countless buildings, hiding in the dark corners of hotel rooms, restaurant kitchens, and, if you’re unlucky, your own home. This tiny little nightmare can squeeze into any crevice, feasting on the crumbs we drop. Yet, when scientists search for […]
Ah, hypertension. Just the word might make your blood pressure go up a notch. Yesterday, May 17th, was World Hypertension day! But don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with a guide that’s as easy as pie and just as enjoyable. Let’s dive into the world of hypertension, or as I like to call it, the […]
ROME — Claims of weeping statues, apparitions of divine personages of all orders, and miraculous bread are less likely to be accepted as ‘miracles’ by the Catholic Church. The Vatican has introduced new guidelines on unexplained religious phenomena, significantly altering the way the Roman Catholic Church addresses claims of supernatural events, such as weeping statues […]
The 2027 women’s World Cup will take place in Brazil, FIFA announced Friday at its 74th Congress in Bangkok. Brazil had been considered the front-runner over a joint bid by Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany (BNG) because of its stadiums and ability to accommodate participants and fans. Brazil hosted the men’s World Cup in 2014 […]
In a recent court session, the Supreme Court of India challenged the central government’s assertion of having no control over the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in state-level investigations. The court questioned who else could authorize the premier investigative agency to conduct probes in states. During the hearing of an original suit filed by the […]
By Cedric Prakash In a short time from now, the Election Commission of India (ECI) is expected to announce the General Elections 2024! This is a watershed moment for the country and the outcome of the elections will certainly determine the future, particularly the nation’s commitment to its Constitution and the future of our democracy! […]
In response to the recent controversy surrounding a turban-clad police officer allegedly labeled as “Khalistani” by a political leader, an outcry against religious and caste-based remarks has emerged within the IPS community in West Bengal. IPS officer Mercy John, recounting her own experiences, revealed the distressing nature of such comments, stating, “I faced [the] same […]
In a startling revelation, it has come to light that over the past year, approximately 100 Indians have been recruited by the Russian Army at its Moscow recruitment center. An official from the Russian Ministry of Defense, speaking on condition of anonymity, disclosed to The Hindu that these recruits were enlisted as “army security helpers” […]
I am writing to express my profound outrage at the recent incident of violence against a transgender woman near Chennai, as reported on this site. The horrifying assault on a member of the transgender community underscores the urgent need for society to confront and address the pervasive discrimination and violence faced by women and gender […]
In a shocking incident near Chennai, a transgender woman fell victim to a brutal assault after being mistaken for a child kidnapper by a gang of men. The incident occurred in Pammal, where the victim was allegedly stripped half-naked, tied to a pole, and mercilessly beaten by the assailants. The victim, employed at an IT […]
The microfinance pioneer is accused by PM Sheikh Hasina of ‘sucking blood’ from the poor, but supporters say charges politically motivated. In a significant development, Bangladesh’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has submitted charge sheets against Nobel Laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus and 13 others in a case related to the alleged embezzlement of Tk 252 million of […]
72 साल की उम्र में, हाल ही में पद्म श्री पुरस्कार से सम्मानित डॉ. प्रेमा धनराज ने अपनी व्यक्तिगत त्रासदी को, जले हुए पीड़ितों के लिए आशा और उपचार के मिशन में बदल दिया है। डॉ. धनराज की यात्रा 1965 में शुरू हुई, जब आठ साल की उम्र में, रसोई की आग ने उन्हें अपनी […]
