Hero MotoCorp’s upcoming flagship adventure motorcycle has been spotted testing once again, this time in Ladakh. The heavily camouflaged prototype, widely expected to be called the Xpulse 421, appears to be in the advanced stages of development as the company continues to evaluate it in high-altitude conditions ahead of its global debut. Once launched, the…
In 1995, Yellowstone National Park became the centre of a conservation experiment that would later be celebrated across the world. Fourteen grey wolves were reintroduced after an absence of nearly 70 years, with many ecologists crediting their return for triggering a remarkable ecological recovery. The story became a textbook example of a “trophic cascade”, where…
Croatia’s Luka Modric (AP/PTI) Luka Modric’s exit from the World Cup stage and, with it, possibly international football as well, did not turn out to be the beau idéal or a perfect 10, a number he has so adoringly and alluringly made his own over the years. The end was, though, dramatic — and cruel….
Citadel of Aleppo, Syria (Image Credit: Canva) Through the ages, fortresses have been regarded as monuments of strength, endurance and exceptional engineering feats. Constructed to safeguard kingdoms, protect trade passages and repel invading forces, these grand edifices were mostly built at places such as hills, deserts and mountain passes where the surrounding landscape became an…
Actress Rakshita, who won hearts in the early 2000s with her performances in Tamil, Telugu and Kannada films, is back in the spotlight for a different reason. The actress, who stepped away from full-time acting after her marriage, has now become the centre of attention after a recent video of her surfaced online. This video…
AIMS is set to release the ATMA July 2026 result on July 18 for candidates who appeared in the national-level management entrance examination held on July 12. Once the scorecards are available online, candidates can log in to download them and use their scores to seek admission to MBA, PGDM and other management programmes at…
16 years after Cochin Haneefa’s passing, family moves into dream home; Dileep, Harisree Ashokan attend housewarming ceremony Sixteen years after the passing of legendary Malayalam actor Cochin Haneefa, his family’s dream of owning a permanent home has finally come true. The actor, remembered for bringing laughter to generations of Malayalam cinema lovers, had always wished…
BPSSC has issued the admit cards for the Bihar Police Assistant Sub-Inspector (Technical) Recruitment Examination 2026. Applicants can access their hall tickets through the official portal by logging in with their registration details. The preliminary examination will be conducted on August 5, and candidates are required to follow the admit card instructions and carry the…
NEW DELHI: Indian shooter Manu Bhaker admitted she had “mixed feelings” after winning bronze in the women’s 25m pistol event at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun in Hangzhou, China. While pleased with her progress, the Olympic medallist said she believes she can perform even better.“Another bronze. I have mixed feelings about this one. I’m happy…
Home gardens, while serene, can unfortunately become havens for snakes. These reptiles seek out dense, shady, and undisturbed areas, often attracted by the microhabitats created by certain plants. Species like bamboo, periwinkle, lemongrass, jasmine, and sandalwood offer ideal cover and cool resting spots, indirectly luring snakes by sheltering their prey. Garden planning should consider visibility…