The transformation demonstrates how even relatively small habitat projects can make a difference when they provide food, water, shelter and appropriate native vegetation What began as a school assignment with a shovel and a patch of ordinary lawn has, nine years later, become a miniature wildlife sanctuary in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. In 2017, 14-year-old Maggie…

PM Narendra Modi (Image/PTI) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday became the longest-serving head of a government, completing 8,931 days in office. He surpassed the previous record held by Pawan Kumar Chamling who served as Sikkim’s chief minister for over 24 years, remaining 8930 days in office.PM Modi served as the chief minister…

Sri Lanka’s Kusal Mendis (AP/PTI) Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) have announced a 16-member squad for the opening Test of their two-match series against India, with veteran wicketkeeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella making his return to the Test side.Dhananjaya de Silva will captain the team, while Kamindu Mendis has been named his deputy. Dickwella has been included as…

Eid-ul-Fitr is almost here, and there’s a specific kind of magic in the air this year. As we wrap up the final days of Ramadan 2026, the anticipation for that silver crescent moon is building. While we’re looking at March 20 or 21 for the big day (just a quick heads-up: it’s a bit earlier…