Delhi high court refuses to stay conviction of disqualified Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti in cheating case
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a plea to stay the conviction of MLA Rajendra Bharti. He was convicted in a cheating case involving forged bank records for illegal interest payments. The trial court had sentenced Bharti to three years imprisonment for his role in the fraud. This case originated in Madhya Pradesh and was transferred to Delhi for trial. The court's decision impacts Bharti's disqualification and assembly seat status.
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Scientists have discovered that Earth's rocks quietly leaked greenhouse gases for millions of years, potentially helping trigger ancient climate swings and mass extinctions
New research suggests buried rocks released gases for millions of years. Metamorphic rocks under heat and pressure emit carbon and sulfur compounds. Sulfur emissions caused temporary cooling, while carbon caused long-term warming. These combined effects led to severe climate instability and mass extinctions. This challenges the idea that volcanic eruptions were the sole geological factor.
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Monsoon session: NDA in command, opposition in disarray. Will DMK tilt the balance?
The opposition parties are grappling with significant turmoil following vital splits that have diminished their strength in Parliament. Recent shifts have bolstered the ruling NDA coalition's standing. As the Monsoon session approaches, the potential reintroduction of a Constitution Amendment Bill looms. Internal fractures within several regional parties could further compromise the opposition's capacity to impede crucial legislation.
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The bigger the trees grow, the darker the forest becomes, yet the smallest trees survive for centuries by turning tiny amounts of filtered sunlight into steady growth
Forest competition for sunlight involves diverse survival strategies beyond just height. Young forests favor taller trees, while older forests support many species. Shade-tolerant trees survive by efficiently using weak and scattered light. These adaptations allow smaller trees to persist in the forest understory. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for climate change impact studies.
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Captive breeding programme produces 98 Great Indian Bustard chicks in Raj
Captive breeding programme produces 98 Great Indian Bustard chicks in Raj
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Earth's memory is slowly melting away as thawing Arctic permafrost erases hundreds of thousands of years of natural history
Arctic permafrost preserves ancient landscapes and extinct life for thousands of years. Rising global temperatures are causing this vital natural archive to melt. Scientists are studying ancient DNA found in permafrost to understand past ecosystems. This thawing permafrost releases greenhouse gases, accelerating climate change effects. Researchers are racing to preserve permafrost samples before they degrade.
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Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' secures a direct ‘A’ certificate with zero cuts from CBFC amid Tom Holland and Matt Damon's arrival in Mumbai
CBFC has passed Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' with zero cuts, granting it an 'A' certificate; runtime is 172.33 minutes. Nolan, Matt Damon and Tom Holland landed in Mumbai for the July 17 release's promotional tour. Nolan's 2023 film 'Oppenheimer' got a U/A with one audio cut, plus self-censored nudity.
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Future Library: Norway planted 1,000 trees for a library no one can read until 2114, when the forest will be cut down to print 100 secret books
A unique literary project is planting one thousand trees near Oslo for future paper. These trees will become pages for one hundred manuscripts written by global authors. The manuscripts are currently stored unread, awaiting their eventual publication in 2114. This initiative explores cultural preservation and the concept of writing for unborn readers. The project connects forests, authors, and readers across a hundred-year span.
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NH 39 violence: Palamu police invoke NH Act, BNS against 24 named and 100 unidentified accused
NH 39 violence: Palamu police invoke NH Act, BNS against 24 named and 100 unidentified accused
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When disappearing wetlands left birds with nowhere safe to nest, the United States began building artificial islands that now shelter thousands of breeding waterbirds
Wetlands provide vital habitat for waterbirds, but human development causes significant loss. Conservationists are building artificial islands to offer safer nesting and breeding grounds. These islands help protect young birds from land-based predators. While not a complete replacement for natural wetlands, they serve as important conservation tools. Strategically designed islands can support diverse waterbird communities effectively.
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Pradhan orders action over NCERT’s court lapse in paper supplier case
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'Students need a break, Rahul Gandhi is on one': BJP attacks Congress leader over cancelled rallies
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'He became very emotional': TN CM Vijay meets Karur stampede victims' families, hands over government jobs
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Course correcting: How UDAN 2.0 plans to get India's regional aviation dreams past the turbulence - explained
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UK-Based NRI With Master's In AI Struggles To Find Job, Plans India Return: 'Feeling Very Hopeless'
UK-based NRI with an AI degree, unable to secure a job after eight months, considers returning to India.
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