Twelve workers are trapped inside a Sikkim tunnel after a landslide blocked its entrance. A suspected gas leak inside the Samardung tunnel complicated ongoing rescue operations. Rescue teams are equipped with gas masks to reach the trapped individuals. Ambulances are on standby as efforts continue to free the workers. The tunnel is part of a
After being presumed extinct for sixty years, a remarkable coral reef off West Africa has been rediscovered, thriving with an array of fish and coral species. This vibrant mesophotic coral ecosystem thrives in low-light environments beneath the ocean’s surface. Researchers speculate that similar hidden reefs could exist along the West African coastline, providing valuable insights
India faces a growing loneliness crisis as its population ages rapidly. Urbanization and changing social structures contribute to this increasing isolation. Young migrants and older adults alike experience profound feelings of not belonging. The emerging “silver economy” offers market-based solutions for connection and care. This situation highlights the need to address loneliness as a fundamental
Google co-founder Sergey Brin is spending $82 million to defeat California’s Proposition 40, a one-time 5% wealth tax on billionaires. Senator Bernie Sanders slammed the move as a “moral obscenity,” saying Brin would rather see low-income Americans suffer. But policy analyst Patrick Hedger defended him, crediting Brin’s search engine with helping find a doctor who
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his hunger strike after witnessing police actions against protestors. He demands that youth leaders meet parliamentarians or he be allowed to meet them. Wangchuk appeals to the government and police to let students present their grievances. Thousands marched to Parliament demanding the Education Minister’s resignation over examination irregularities. Police used
Ravichandran Ashwin stated dropping Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli is nearly impossible. Their extraordinary achievements and immense fan following make them undroppable players. Ashwin highlighted the disparity in how batters and bowlers are perceived in Indian cricket. Bowlers receive less public backing and face limited criticism when dropped. This contrasts sharply with the potential uproar
Argentina’s Ambassador expressed gratitude to Indian football fans for their support. The Albiceleste reached the FIFA World Cup final but lost to Spain. Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in extra time for Spain. Emiliano Martinez made several crucial saves for the Argentine team. This gesture highlights the strong connection between India and Argentine football.
In a landmark study, researchers have pinpointed certain mosquito species that spread avian malaria in the UK. Among twelve species analyzed, nine were found to harbor traces of this bird disease. Notably, the Ochlerotatus detritus mosquito is suspected to transmit Plasmodium vaughani to blackbirds, with additional species identified as potential carriers for parasites that threaten
