CBSE to release ‘Bharatiya Ganit Parampara’ monograph highlighting India’s mathematical heritage for students

CBSE is set to release Bharatiya Ganit Parampara, a comprehensive monograph documenting India’s contributions to mathematics from ancient to modern times. Aligned with the National Education Policy 2020, it will offer authentic content, including Sanskrit shlokas, and explore applications in astronomy, architecture, and commerce. This resource aims to enrich the curriculum and deepen students’ appreciation…

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Shortcut to weight loss? Scientists discover ‘hidden’ brain shortcut without nausea

Researchers at Syracuse University have identified a brain peptide, TDN, that effectively curbs appetite and enhances glucose control in lab animals without causing nausea or vomiting. This innovative approach targets brain support cells, offering a potential ‘shortcut’ to weight loss by bypassing the neuron-focused pathways that trigger adverse side effects. Human clinical trials are anticipated…

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‘Parineeta’: Vidya Balan auditioned 75 times before landing the role of Lalita; Aishwarya Rai was the FIRST choice for it

Parineeta is re-releasing in cinemas. The film celebrates its 20th anniversary. It also marks Vidya Balan’s debut. Vidhu Vinod Chopra initially wanted Aishwarya Rai for the lead. Director Pradeep Sarkar chose Vidya Balan. Vidya auditioned 75 times before landing the role. Vidya Balan expresses her gratitude for the film. She acknowledges its impact on her…

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Delhi dog menace: RWAs hail SC order to shift strays to shelters, say it will curb bites, late-night chases; some doubt civic bodies’ ability to execute

Resident Welfare Associations welcome the Supreme Court’s directive. The order mandates shifting stray dogs to shelters. RWAs express relief, citing dog bite incidents. BJP’s Vijay Goel hails the decision as historic. He emphasizes safety for both humans and animals. BS Vohra highlights the threat posed by street dogs. Some express reservations about implementation by civic…

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‘Osama Bin Laden in a suit’: Ex-US official Michael Rubin slams Pakistan army chief Asim Munir; calls Donald Trump’s India stance ‘wrong’

Michael Rubin, a former Pentagon official, has strongly criticized Pakistan’s army chief, General Asim Munir, labeling him “Osama bin Laden in a suit” after controversial remarks made on American soil. Munir allegedly threatened to destroy Indian dams and warned of global consequences if Pakistan were to fail, raising concerns about the security of its nuclear…

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Delhi dog menace: Authorities to catch, relocate 6k strays, bar NGOs from releasing them back, seek govt land for shelters; inside MCD’s action plan

Following a Supreme Court order, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) will apprehend approximately 6,000 street dogs, particularly aggressive ones, within six weeks and relocate them to shelters. The MCD has directed Animal Birth Control (ABC) shelters to cease releasing dogs back onto the streets.

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Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura turns heads with traditional sumo workout in rare off-court training footage

Rui Hachimura is incorporating traditional sumo wrestling workouts into his offseason training in Japan, aiming to enhance his leg strength, core stability, and explosive power. This unconventional approach could provide him with a competitive edge as he prepares for a potentially larger role on a loaded Lakers roster, improving his ability to handle physicality and…

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Markets watch: Asian stocks rise; crude gains as US-China tariff truce lifts sentiment

Asian stocks experienced gains, led by Japan’s Nikkei reaching a record high, following the US-China tariff truce extension. This eased trade tensions and stabilized oil prices. Australia’s index also hit a record high amid expectations of interest rate cuts. Investors are now focused on upcoming US consumer price inflation data and its potential impact on…

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