Rashtriya Janata Dal urged Bihar residents to resist showing documents beyond voter IDs during the Election Commission’s intensive electoral roll revision, alleging a conspiracy to disenfranchise poor voters. The Election Commission defended the revision as a routine update before elections, addressing past complaints about voter list authenticity.
Climate change is pushing venomous snakes into new territories across India, a recent study reveals. This alarming trend threatens vulnerable rural communities, already grappling with high snakebite fatalities and limited healthcare access. Researchers warn that species like the common krait and Russell’s viper could spread north, necessitating urgent improvements in medical infrastructure and antivenom availability…
South Africa registered a massive 408-run victory over India in the second Test, securing a 2-0 series sweep. Spinner Simon Harmer’s exceptional 6-wicket haul dismantled India’s batting for 140, marking India’s heaviest Test defeat by runs and South Africa’s first series win in India in 25 years. Marco Jansen was named player of the match…
US mortgage rates edge up again: 30-year rate climbs to 6.24% in a week from 6.22%; housing affordability remains a key concern
Shubman Gill faced a harrowing moment during the fourth Test against England when a sharp, rising delivery from Ben Stokes struck his helmet. Despite the painful blow, which required immediate medical attention, Gill bravely resumed batting. He continued to anchor India’s innings alongside Washington Sundar, demonstrating resilience after early setbacks and keeping India in the…
Following Chhath, a massive clean-up operation collected approximately 3,500 kg of waste from Patna’s ghats under the Namami Gange program. Despite challenges at certain ghats, officials noted a decrease in pollution this year due to increased public awareness and the promotion of artificial ponds. Collected waste will be recycled.
Columbia University is contemplating a major boost in its undergraduate enrollment numbers, with plans to potentially raise the intake for Columbia College and SEAS by 20%. This initiative, motivated by economic challenges and a drop in international applicants, emerges after welcoming its largest first-year cohort in history.
Comfrey, often mistaken for a weed, is a potent natural fertilizer for tomatoes due to its high potassium and calcium content. Gardeners can create a sustainable liquid fertilizer from comfrey leaves to boost tomato growth, encouraging abundant flowering and larger, tastier fruits. Combining this with other natural methods ensures a thriving tomato harvest.
