China has transformed vertical transportation with the unveiling of the world’s longest outdoor escalator. Stretching an impressive 905 meters, this engineering marvel resides in Wushan County, Chongqing Municipality. Shaped like a dragon, it helps visitors ascend what would be an 80-story climb in just 20 minutes. This innovation replaces what used to be a tiring…
India’s mining and metals sector needs a fresh look at environmental compliance norms as rising exploration costs and depletion of high-grade mineral reserves create new pressures for the industry, experts said on Thursday, PTI reported.The sector, which is estimated to account for up to 7 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions, currently requires environmental…
India team members celebrate after their quarter-final win. (X Photo) NEW DELHI: India delivered a commanding and clinical performance to storm into the semifinals of the Thomas Cup, defeating Chinese Taipei 3-0 in a one-sided quarterfinal on Friday to guarantee themselves at least a bronze medal.The tie was sealed in style by Ayush Shetty, who…
The JEE Advanced 2026 registration window is nearing closure, requiring eligible JEE Main qualifiers to complete applications before the deadline. The exam, to be conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee on May 17, will follow strict eligibility norms, with admit cards scheduled for release on May 11 and fee payment allowed until May…
R Madhavan has been in the news for the success of ‘Dhurandhar’ and ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’. However, the actor has continued to have a huge fan following ever since he started out his career. At 55, women still consider him one of the most handsome actors and his selfies on social media also gain a…
India’s passenger vehicle market kicked off FY2026 on a strong note, with multiple carmakers reporting healthy year-on-year growth in April. Strong SUV demand, improving rural sentiment and rising interest in EVs played a key role, while brands like Hyundai and Kia posted their best-ever April performances. Here’s how the major players performed. Car Sales April…
Barcelona x Olivia Rodrigo El Clásico kit collab/ Image: X Barcelona will again turn one of football’s biggest fixtures into a crossover cultural moment, with FC Barcelona set to wear a special-edition shirt featuring Olivia Rodrigo’s logo during the upcoming El Clásico against Real Madrid on May 10, as part of the club’s ongoing partnership…
NEW DELHI: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government on Friday won the confidence motion in the Punjab assembly, with chief minister Bhagwant Mann asserting that the result had put to rest speculation about instability within the party.The motion was moved earlier in the day during a special one-day session, days after a setback in the…
Quote of the day by Benjamin Franklin (Image source: Wikipedia) Little things that matter make up human relationships. People from different cultures and times have tried to figure out how people should treat each other in everyday life. Benjamin Franklin’s quote of the day, “The best thing to give to your enemy is forgiveness; to…
Weeks of conflict have worsened Iran’s economic pressures, deepening strain on its financial system even as the Islamic Republic continues to function under a standoff in the Gulf following a truce and ongoing maritime restrictions.The situation has left Iran in a stalemate with the United States and Israel, with ceasefire talks stalled while key Gulf…
