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WhatsApp, Meta Win Relief as NCLAT Suspends Data Sharing Ban
Meta had challenged the Competition Commission of India's (CCI) directive issued in November that imposed a ban on data sharing between WhatsApp and other Meta entities for advertising purposes, warning it may have to roll back some features. Meta also criticised the CCI for not having the "technical expertise" to understand the ramifications of it...
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It’s a Sin OTT Release: Acclaimed Series on the 1980s AIDS Crisis Now Streaming Online
It’s a Sin, the powerful British miniseries by Russell T Davies, delves into the struggles of a group of friends in 1980s London amidst the AIDS crisis. This five-episode drama, featuring Olly Alexander, Omari Douglas, and Lydia West, has been widely praised for its emotional depth, stellar performances, and authenticity. The series also received...
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JEE Main 2025 Session 1 Day 2 Detailed Exam Analysis
JEE Main 2025 Session 1: Among the three sections, Chemistry was the easiest, followed by Physics, while Mathematics was slightly more challenging due to its length and calculation-intensive nature.
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Watch: RCB Fan Dips Jersey In Water, Performs Special Ritual At Maha Kumbh
The ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, witnessed an unusual act of devotion involving a Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fan, who performed a special ritual for his favourite IPL team.
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New Research Sheds Light on Iron’s Role in Earth’s Core Dynamics
Cutting-edge research using ultrafast X-ray absorption spectroscopy has revealed the structural and thermal behaviour of iron under extreme conditions mimicking Earth’s core. Findings show a hexagonal close-packed (hcp) structure at 240 GPa and 5,345 K, challenging prior theories favouring a body-centred cubic (bcc) form. The study provides criti...
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We Challenged 5 College Girls To Create A Capsule Wardrobe Under ₹5,000: Here Is What They Chose
With student budgets always tight, we decided to put the theory of ‘less is more’ to the test. We challenged five university students to create a stylish capsule wardrobe with ₹5,000. The results are a mix of creativity and smart budgeting.
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Massive Ice Age Landforms Found Under North Sea Provide Key Insights into Ancient Glaciers
Scientists have uncovered massive ice age landforms buried deep beneath the North Sea, revealing patterns of a colossal ice sheet that existed 1 million years ago. Using high-resolution sound wave imaging, researchers discovered features indicating a single, large ice sheet that shaped the region’s landscape. These findings provide new perspectiv...
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New Study Uncovers Discrepancies in Universe’s Expansion Rate, Challenges Cosmology Models
A recent study has revealed inconsistencies in the universe's expansion rate, further challenging established cosmological models. Measurements from the Hubble Space Telescope, James Webb Space Telescope, and the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) indicate that the universe is expanding at varying speeds. This discrepancy raises critical q...
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"Not Our Job To Protect Criminals": Bengal Seeks Death Penalty For RG Kar Convict
The Mamata Banerjee government has challenged the trial court's life imprisonment order against the convict in RG Kar rape-murder case, demanding that he be given the death penalty.
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"End This Cancer": Madhya Pradesh Congress Chief On "Groupism" Within Party
Speaking at a gathering of Congress workers in Dhar district's Dharampuri on Sunday, Mr Patwari openly addressed the internal challenges plaguing the party.
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PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen To Lead India's Challenge In Indonesia Masters 2025
Ace Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen along with men's doubles pair Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy will lead the Indian contingent in the upcoming Indonesia Masters 2025
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Hightown Season 3 Now Streaming on Lionsgate Play in India
Hightown Season 3, which premiered in the West in January 2024, is now available to Indian audiences on Lionsgate Play. The final season follows Jackie Quiñones, portrayed by Monica Raymund, as she tackles both personal and professional challenges, including a high-stakes investigation into a missing person linked to a murdered sex worker. The sea...
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Interstellar Object Could Have Shifted Trajectories of Four Planets, New Research Shows
A recent study suggests that an interstellar object, possibly as massive as eight times Jupiter, may have passed through the solar system billions of years ago, significantly altering the orbits of its outer planets—Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Using computer simulations, researchers found that in about 1% of the scenarios, such a close ...
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Oxygen Production Discovered in Deep-Sea Metal Nodules, Researchers Investigate
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in the deep ocean, where oxygen is being produced by metal nodules found on the seafloor. This surprising process, which occurs in total darkness, challenges the long-held belief that oxygen is only generated through sunlight and photosynthesis. The research team, led by Prof Andrew Sweetman from the ...
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Scientists Uncover 'Sunken Worlds' Deep in Earth’s Mantle, Defying Geological Expectations
A new study has uncovered unusual anomalies deep within Earth's mantle, resembling sunken crustal slabs in unexpected locations. Using advanced full-waveform inversion, scientists were able to map these structures, revealing hidden patterns that challenge current geological understanding. These anomalies were discovered far from tectonic activity z...
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WhatsApp, Meta Win Relief as NCLAT Suspends Data Sharing Ban
Meta had challenged the Competition Commission of India's (CCI) directive issued in November that imposed a ban on data sharing between WhatsApp and other Meta entities for advertising purposes, warning it may have to roll back some features. Meta also criticised the CCI for not having the "technical expertise" to understand the ramifications of it...
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It’s a Sin OTT Release: Acclaimed Series on the 1980s AIDS Crisis Now Streaming Online
It’s a Sin, the powerful British miniseries by Russell T Davies, delves into the struggles of a group of friends in 1980s London amidst the AIDS crisis. This five-episode drama, featuring Olly Alexander, Omari Douglas, and Lydia West, has been widely praised for its emotional depth, stellar performances, and authenticity. The series also received...
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JEE Main 2025 Session 1 Day 2 Detailed Exam Analysis
JEE Main 2025 Session 1: Among the three sections, Chemistry was the easiest, followed by Physics, while Mathematics was slightly more challenging due to its length and calculation-intensive nature.
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Watch: RCB Fan Dips Jersey In Water, Performs Special Ritual At Maha Kumbh
The ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, witnessed an unusual act of devotion involving a Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fan, who performed a special ritual for his favourite IPL team.
-
New Research Sheds Light on Iron’s Role in Earth’s Core Dynamics
Cutting-edge research using ultrafast X-ray absorption spectroscopy has revealed the structural and thermal behaviour of iron under extreme conditions mimicking Earth’s core. Findings show a hexagonal close-packed (hcp) structure at 240 GPa and 5,345 K, challenging prior theories favouring a body-centred cubic (bcc) form. The study provides criti...
-
We Challenged 5 College Girls To Create A Capsule Wardrobe Under ₹5,000: Here Is What They Chose
With student budgets always tight, we decided to put the theory of ‘less is more’ to the test. We challenged five university students to create a stylish capsule wardrobe with ₹5,000. The results are a mix of creativity and smart budgeting.
-
Massive Ice Age Landforms Found Under North Sea Provide Key Insights into Ancient Glaciers
Scientists have uncovered massive ice age landforms buried deep beneath the North Sea, revealing patterns of a colossal ice sheet that existed 1 million years ago. Using high-resolution sound wave imaging, researchers discovered features indicating a single, large ice sheet that shaped the region’s landscape. These findings provide new perspectiv...
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New Study Uncovers Discrepancies in Universe’s Expansion Rate, Challenges Cosmology Models
A recent study has revealed inconsistencies in the universe's expansion rate, further challenging established cosmological models. Measurements from the Hubble Space Telescope, James Webb Space Telescope, and the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) indicate that the universe is expanding at varying speeds. This discrepancy raises critical q...
-
"Not Our Job To Protect Criminals": Bengal Seeks Death Penalty For RG Kar Convict
The Mamata Banerjee government has challenged the trial court's life imprisonment order against the convict in RG Kar rape-murder case, demanding that he be given the death penalty.
-
"End This Cancer": Madhya Pradesh Congress Chief On "Groupism" Within Party
Speaking at a gathering of Congress workers in Dhar district's Dharampuri on Sunday, Mr Patwari openly addressed the internal challenges plaguing the party.
-
PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen To Lead India's Challenge In Indonesia Masters 2025
Ace Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen along with men's doubles pair Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy will lead the Indian contingent in the upcoming Indonesia Masters 2025
-
Hightown Season 3 Now Streaming on Lionsgate Play in India
Hightown Season 3, which premiered in the West in January 2024, is now available to Indian audiences on Lionsgate Play. The final season follows Jackie Quiñones, portrayed by Monica Raymund, as she tackles both personal and professional challenges, including a high-stakes investigation into a missing person linked to a murdered sex worker. The sea...
-
Interstellar Object Could Have Shifted Trajectories of Four Planets, New Research Shows
A recent study suggests that an interstellar object, possibly as massive as eight times Jupiter, may have passed through the solar system billions of years ago, significantly altering the orbits of its outer planets—Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Using computer simulations, researchers found that in about 1% of the scenarios, such a close ...
-
Oxygen Production Discovered in Deep-Sea Metal Nodules, Researchers Investigate
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in the deep ocean, where oxygen is being produced by metal nodules found on the seafloor. This surprising process, which occurs in total darkness, challenges the long-held belief that oxygen is only generated through sunlight and photosynthesis. The research team, led by Prof Andrew Sweetman from the ...
-
Scientists Uncover 'Sunken Worlds' Deep in Earth’s Mantle, Defying Geological Expectations
A new study has uncovered unusual anomalies deep within Earth's mantle, resembling sunken crustal slabs in unexpected locations. Using advanced full-waveform inversion, scientists were able to map these structures, revealing hidden patterns that challenge current geological understanding. These anomalies were discovered far from tectonic activity z...
