BENGALURU: In the race to find safer and cheaper alternatives to lithium-ion batteries, scientists in Bengaluru may have found a promising step forward, by fixing a problem that has long held aluminium batteries back.A research team led by Kavita Pandey of the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), a Department of Science and…
BENGALURU: When the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) and the Institute of Aerospace Medicine (IAM) wrapped up its high-altitude human behaviour simulation near Leh on April 9, much of the focus was on what it could reveal about crew psychology. Less visible was the role played by a Bengaluru-based firm that enabled the exercise on…
SRINAGAR: Zoji La tunnel, an upcoming strategic corridor that will provide all-weather connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh, is nearing a defining moment, with engineers inching towards a “breakthrough” final blast expected around May 30.Work is progressing at about four meters per day from both ends — Sonamarg (Baltal) in Kashmir and Minamarg in Ladakh —…
A businessman is suing British Airways for over £50,000 after a mid-flight injury left him with lasting physical damage and alleged trauma, including nightmares and flashbacks.While the airline admits the accident, it is contesting compensation for psychological harm, setting up a key legal battle over liability. A businessman is suing British Airways for more than…
In an innovative push for 2026, a Labour MP is launching a dynamic ‘Season of Sensuality’ initiative, designed to promote robust, lifelong sex education. This initiative is focused on breaking down societal barriers, encouraging candid conversations about consent, relationships, and sexual health that last beyond the classroom. A Labour MP has launched a campaign to…
Most pet owners assume the rules are roughly the same whether they have a cat or a dog. Martin Lewis has a clear message for anyone who thinks that: they are wrong and the difference could cost them seriously.The money expert was speaking at the Ideal Home Show in London earlier this month when he…
Rob Gronkowski and Travis Kelce (Getty Images) When it comes to keeping secrets, Rob “Gronk” Gronkowski is usually about as subtle as a touchdown spike. But in a recent exclusive sit-down with Page Six, the NFL legend proved he might actually have a “poker face” after all, at least when it involves the most anticipated…
More than 4,500 years after it was built, the Great Pyramid of Giza continues to puzzle scientists. Constructed during the reign of Khufu, the monument is made up of roughly 2.3 million stone blocks, some weighing several tonnes, all assembled with remarkable precision. For decades, experts have debated how ancient workers achieved this without cranes,…
NEW DELHI: The dejection on Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane’s face was clearly evident as his side slumped to another defeat, going down by 32 runs to Chennai Super Kings in their IPL 2026 clash at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday. After the loss, Rahane shook hands with players, congratulated the…
China removed its vice minister of foreign affairs, Sun Weidong, from his post, according to an official announcement by China’s ministry of human resources on Tuesday. The decision was made by the state council, the country’s top administrative body. However, no reason or timeline for the removal of the top diplomat was provided.As per records…
