In an ambitious move to safeguard Baghjan from relentless erosion, State Water Resources Minister Pijush Hazarika unveiled a strategy to install massive tubes designed to effectively block the twin channels of the Brahmaputra and Ananta Nallah.
Bihar’s 2025 election saw the RJD secure the highest vote share but a drastically low seat tally, while the NDA achieved a landslide victory. The RJD’s votes were spread thinly, resulting in many second-place finishes, a consequence of India’s ‘First Past the Post’ system. The NDA’s strategic alliances and efficient vote conversion led to their…
The New York Times’ latest puzzle game, Strands, challenges players daily with themed word discoveries, including a unique Spangram. Today’s theme, “Shore thing!”, involves finding beach attire-related words like TRUNKS, WRAP, and BIKINIS. Hints are available to aid in solving, and uncovering non-theme words provides clues to the puzzle’s solutions.
China has purchased at least 10 cargoes of US soybeans, valued at approximately $300 million, following a call between Presidents Trump and Xi. These deals signal a potential thaw in trade relations, with shipments scheduled for January. Despite higher prices than Brazilian alternatives, state-run COFCO has been a significant buyer, with broader purchase agreements in…
Google’s Willow chip has achieved a verifiable quantum advantage, running a new algorithm 13,000 times faster than the best supercomputers. This breakthrough, named Quantum Echoes, can explain atomic interactions and paves the way for drug discovery and materials science. The verifiable result marks a significant step towards real-world quantum computing applications.
The Association of Malayalam Movie Artists is gearing up for elections. Superstar Mohanlal will not contest for president. Kunchacko Boban and Vijayaraghavan are leading candidates. Nominations are open until July 24. Voting is scheduled for August 15, 2025. Baburaj eyes general secretary post. Shwetha Menon may also compete. Several members are planning to contest.
The Jharkhand High Court has taken a significant step toward transparency by requiring CCTV cameras to be installed in every police station throughout the state. High-ranking officials gathered as the court established a deadline of December 31 for the submission of project reports and tenders, with a follow-up compliance report expected by January 5.
Top CEOs master time management through discipline and systems, prioritizing high-value tasks and delegating effectively. They protect mornings for critical thinking, shorten meetings, and strategically use technology. Rest is valued for optimal decision-making, focusing on key priorities, and saying ‘no’ to distractions, enabling them to stay flexible and reflect for continuous improvement.
A U.S. federal judge has ruled that Huawei must face a 16-count indictment, including charges of trade secret theft and sanctions violations. The Justice Department alleges Huawei stole American trade secrets and violated sanctions against Iran and North Korea. This ruling sets the stage for a high-profile legal battle, as Huawei confronts serious allegations in…
