From ‘Vaishali’ to ‘Mouna Ragam’: When rain became a character in films Rain has played a unique role in majority of the films all over the world. While it mostly appears as part of the narrative many filmmakers have used it as a storytelling device that influences characters and events.In films such as ‘Singin’ in…
The National Testing Agency is expected to publish the NEET UG 2026 re-examination results by July 20 after finalising the answer key. Candidates will be able to download their scorecards from the official portal before the Medical Counselling Committee announces the counselling schedule for AIQ, AIIMS, JIPMER and other participating institutions. The National Testing Agency…
NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) explained on Thursday why Bengaluru was not chosen to host the IPL 2026 final, with board secretary Devajit Saikia saying the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) had sought a large number of complimentary tickets beyond the allowed quota.While Dharamshala and New Chandigarh will host…
NASA’s upcoming Artemis II mission is the next crewed mission in the agency’s plan to explore the deep reaches of space. The mission is the next step following the uncrewed Artemis I mission. The mission will be crewed and will be sent using the Space Launch System rocket and the Orion spacecraft, launching from the…
Filmmaker Prashanth Neel has shared fresh details about his upcoming film ‘Dragon’ starring NTR in the lead role. The ambitious action drama is already generating strong buzz among fans.‘Dragon’ marks the first collaboration between Prashanth Neel and ‘Devara’ actor Jr. NTR. Recently, viewers got a glimpse into the world of ‘Dragon’ and ‘KGF’ director’s approach…
Mumbai schools, colleges closed for afternoon session today as IMD issues red alert for heavy rain The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Mumbai, warning of extremely heavy rainfall across the city on Saturday, July 4.In view of the weather conditions, all schools and colleges in Mumbai have been directed to…
Although the concept seems like something from science fiction, science is rapidly adopting it. Researchers have started creating ‘cyborg cockroaches,’ which are live insects equipped with tiny electronic ‘backpacks’ that allow them to navigate areas that are too small or hazardous for humans. The potential application of this discovery in pipeline inspection, where these insects…
Donald Trump unveils new Air Force One A day after bidding farewell to one ageing Air Force One, US President Donald Trump rolled out its flashy new stand-in — a $400 million Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar that is set to serve as his temporary flying office until the next generation of presidential aircraft arrives.Trump…
An unusual collaboration is taking shape in US education, with Moms for Liberty and teachers unions backing efforts to reduce students’ reliance on digital devices. The push, driven by concerns over learning, behaviour, and online exposure, has sparked bipartisan support, even as longstanding ideological divisions remain. Moms for Liberty, a conservative activist group known for…
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday struck an unexpectedly upbeat note on inflation, saying that he “loves” it. The response came after fresh data showed that consumer prices in the United States had risen at their fastest annual pace in more than three years. Responding to a reporter’s question about the latest inflation figures released…
