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National
Project Deepak Celebrates 66 Years of Service in the Himalayas
On May 4, 2026, Project Deepak of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) commemorated its 66th Raising Day in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. This milestone celebrates over six decades of unwavering dedication…
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Delhi Revokes Stage-I Actions as Air Quality Improves
In a positive turn of events for Delhi’s residents, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has announced the immediate revocation of Stage-I actions under the Graded Response Action Plan…
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You don’t get long in parent‑teacher interviews. Here’s how to use the time well
It’s the time of year when schools and parents typically meet for parent-teacher interviews. These meetings are often short: in high school, usually only five to ten minutes per subject.…
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Honeybees may be helping spread tree‑killing myrtle rust – new research
We know introduced honeybees as the ever-busy helpers of our gardens, farms and orchards. In pollinating crops and fertilising fruit, they support more than a third of the food we…
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Oil refineries are catching fire in war or by accident. How does this worsen the energy crunch?
Over the last two months, refineries and fuel storage facilities around the world have caught fire due to war (Russia) or accident (Australia, the United States, India and Mexico), adding…
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Why do you have to wear a helmet when you’re skateboarding?
Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to [email protected]. Why do you have to…
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A quiet Alaska fault is missing the fluids scientists expected – and it’s changing what we know about earthquake zones
Not all earthquake faults behave the same. Some stick and snap, causing earthquakes. Others move slowly over time. For years, the leading explanation for slow-moving faults has been that high-pressure…
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Mythos AI is a cybersecurity threat, but it doesn’t rewrite the rules of the game
The cybersecurity community went on alert when Anthropic announced on April 7, 2026, that its latest and most capable general-purpose large language model, Claude Mythos Preview, had demonstrated remarkable –…
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How balcony solar can help renters and homeowners save money
Somewhere between 5% and 7% of U.S. households have rooftop solar panels. Many more Americans want them, but high costs, building locations and landlord restrictions are key obstacles. As someone…
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A quiet Alaska fault is missing the fluids scientists expected – and it’s changing what we know about earthquake zones
Not all earthquake faults behave the same. Some stick and snap, causing earthquakes. Others move slowly over time. For years, the leading explanation for slow-moving faults has been that high-pressure…
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Biological age tests reveal what slows or hastens aging – but they’re useful only for researchers, not consumers
Imagine receiving a test result that tells you your body is biologically five years older than your chronological age. You exercise regularly, get good sleep, eat healthy meals and have…
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Empowering Local Governance: National Workshop on Panchayat Development Plans Kicks Off
A two-day National Workshop organized by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj commenced today in New Delhi, focusing on the Preparation of Panchayat Development Plans (PDPs). The event featured the launch…
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India Plans for Global Yoga Day 2026: A Unifying Effort
The Ministry of Ayush hosted an important meeting of the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) in New Delhi today, focusing on the planning and execution of activities for the upcoming International Day…
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Crop Sowing Areas Show Mixed Trends for 2026
The latest government data reveals mixed trends in crop sowing areas for the year 2026. While there is an overall increase in some categories, certain crops have shown a decline…
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India’s Science and Technology Revolution: A Decade of Innovation
In a significant address during the 56th Foundation Day of the Department of Science and Technology (DST) at the Indian National Science Academy (INSA) Auditorium in New Delhi, Union Minister…
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