Lucknow: A microbial technology developed by scientists at the ICAR-Central Soil Salinity Research Institute (CSSRI), Regional Research Station, has been transferred to two private firms, paving the way for its wider adoption by farmers across the country.The technology is aimed at reclaiming salt-affected soils and improving crop productivity. The transfer was announced during the 98th…
New Delhi: Amid mounting pressure to create permanent shelters for aggressive stray dogs, Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has, for the first time, earmarked Rs 20 crore for the development of dog shelters and another Rs 20 crore for microchipping strays in its 2026-27 budget. Implementation of both the initiatives, however, remains slow.Senior officials said…
Elon Musk’s billboard pictured on the day of SpaceX’s initial public offering (IPO) Elon Musk may have slipped below the trillion-dollar mark, but his fortune has hardly slowed down. Between 2025 and 2026, the world’s richest person added $319.5 billion to his wealth.In July 2026, Musk’s net worth stood at $725.1 billion, compared with $405.6…
Rajya Sabha candidates BJP Satish Poonia and Alka Gurjar and Congress nominee Neeraj Dangi were declared elected unopposed Thursday, Rajya Sabha candidates BJP Satish Poonia and Alka Gurjar were declared elected unopposed Thursday, Rajya Sabha candidates BJP Satish Poonia and Alka Gurjar were declared elected unopposed Thursday, Rajya Sabha candidates BJP Satish Poonia and Alka…
Tamil Nadu chief minister Vijay Vasai: A 66-year-old woman from Vasai was allegedly duped of Rs 12 lakh after cyber fraudsters used an AI-generated fake video of Tamil Nadu chief minister Vijay to lure her with a promise of financial assistance. A case has been registered at Waliv police station.According to police, on July 27,…
Aizawl: Central committee of the Young Mizo Association, the largest civil society organisation in Mizoram, decided to urge the election authorities to re-examine constituencies showing unusually high increases in the number of electors in the draft electoral roll prepared under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls2026.The organisation also plans to take up the…
Increasing financial literacy and awareness of property rights in state Bengaluru: Female ownership of houses and land in Karnataka has nearly doubled in five years, signalling changing attitudes towards wealth, security, and decision-making within families. This comes on the back of a growing number of women in the state investing in homes and land, either…
A soft breeze runs through your day, Aries. You won’t be able to carry everything on your own and that’s the biggest advantage here. The Moon is helping to strengthen your partnership zone, and Venus provides warmth to your voice So your spouse or a friend steps into the picture with practical assistance at the…
Gurgaon: In a significant move to streamline sports administration and enhance athlete participation, the Haryana Olympic Association (HOA) has announced that the state games will now be held every year from Nov 1 to Nov 15, with a complete restriction on organising any other sports competitions during this period.The decision was taken during a general…
May opens with a strong wind behind your back, then turns patchy, then clears again. That’s the story of the month. Your first week looks like a sudden widening of the road, especially around income and business. The Moon’s early movement supports results that are visible, not just promised. You’ll feel it in small, real…
