‘Constant watch on all developments’: India slams China-Pakistan-Afghanistan meet, says CPEC expansion ‘unacceptable’

India has firmly reiterated its opposition to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), deeming its expansion or third-party involvement, including Afghanistan’s, as unacceptable. Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh informed the Rajya Sabha that India has consistently protested CPEC’s inclusion in the Belt and Road Initiative, as it traverses Indian territories under Pakistan’s illegal occupation.

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Burmese pythons have bone-digesting cells that allow them to convert entire prey into nutrition; scientists reveal

Scientists have discovered that Burmese pythons possess specialized intestinal cells to digest calcium from prey bones, preventing toxicity. The study, published in the Journal of Experimental Biology, reveals these cells form mineral particles expelled through feces. Similar cells were found in other whole-prey reptiles like boas and Gila monsters, suggesting a broader evolutionary adaptation.

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#ByInvitation: When hooliganism masquerades as culture, our silence is complicity

For this week’s #ByInvitation, we have Meeran Chadha Borwankar, Former Commissioner of Police (Pune), headed Mumbai’s Crime Branch, recipient of the President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service, talks about the recent spate of intolerance for food habits and languages followed physical and verbal abuse and explains that our constitution doesn’t permit anyone to impose their…

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‘Coolie’ OTT release confirmed – Rajinikanth and Nagarjuna’s action drama heads to streaming; find out when and where

Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie,’ directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on September 11, less than a month after its theatrical release on August 14. The action drama, starring Rajinikanth as Deva, follows his journey to protect his friend’s daughter, and will be available in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam. While directed…

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Celebrating 250 years of Lucknow’s legacy: Gomti’s got ghats

Lucknow’s Gomti riverbanks are home to historic ghats, serving as cultural crossroads for rituals, festivals, and daily life. While some sites like Kudia Ghat thrive with vibrant aartis and celebrations, others face challenges from pollution and neglect. Efforts are underway to revive these spiritual and cultural hubs, preserving Lucknow’s deep-rooted traditions and connection with the…

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