On March 11, 2025, the Government of India introduced the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha. This landmark legislation aims to modernize and consolidate India’s immigration framework by repealing outdated colonial-era laws, including the Passport (Entry into India) Act of 1920, the Registration of Foreigners Act of 1939, the Foreigners Act of…
Recent seismic studies have unveiled a significant shift in the behavior of Earth’s inner core—a solid iron-nickel sphere approximately the size of the Moon, situated over 3,000 miles beneath the planet’s surface. Traditionally believed to rotate slightly faster than the Earth’s surface, new evidence suggests that this inner core has decelerated and may now be…
As of Wednesday morning, March 26, 2025, South Korea’s southeastern region is grappling with devastating wildfires that have claimed at least 18 lives, forced thousands to evacuate, and caused significant destruction to both residential areas and cultural landmarks. Extent of the Wildfires The wildfires, which began over the weekend, have rapidly spread across multiple…
In a world where private islands are often synonymous with luxury resorts and extravagant getaways, one man chose a different path. Brendon Grimshaw, a British newspaper editor, made history in 1962 when he purchased the uninhabited Moyenne Island in Seychelles for just $13,000. What he did next was nothing short of extraordinary. A Vision for…
Researchers at Imperial College London have embarked on an innovative project, training dogs to detect Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a bacterium particularly harmful to individuals with cystic fibrosis (CF). This endeavor leverages dogs’ extraordinary olfactory capabilities to identify infections through scent, potentially revolutionizing early detection methods for CF patients. Cystic fibrosis is a prevalent inherited condition characterized…
New Delhi: In a groundbreaking ruling, the Supreme Court of India has declared that men who reside in their wives’ homes as ghar jamais (sons-in-law) are entitled to claim alimony after divorce. The verdict, hailed as a significant step toward gender equality in matrimonial laws, establishes that financial dependence on a spouse is not limited…
Garlic is widely recognized as a culinary staple, adding flavor and aroma to dishes worldwide. However, beyond its culinary uses, this humble ingredient has powerful medicinal properties, particularly in managing arthritis. Research suggests that garlic possesses anti-inflammatory compounds that may help alleviate joint pain and stiffness, offering a natural remedy for arthritis sufferers. The Science…
A shocking incident at South Africa’s SANAE IV research station in Antarctica has led to an official investigation after a scientist allegedly attacked a fellow team member. The incident, which occurred in the remote and extreme conditions of the icy continent, has raised serious concerns about safety, mental well-being, and the challenges of long-term isolation…
India observes Shaheed Diwas on March 23 every year to honor the valiant revolutionaries Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev Thapar, and Shivaram Rajguru, who laid down their lives for the country’s independence. These brave freedom fighters were hanged by the British on March 23, 1931, in Lahore Central Jail for their role in the struggle against colonial…
In a significant development, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has officially closed its investigation into the death of Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput, concluding that there was no foul play involved. This closure comes nearly five years after Rajput was found deceased in his Mumbai apartment on June 14, 2020. The agency’s findings have…