It’s factually correct that light is crucial for photosynthesis, but research from Osaka Metropolitan University uncovers an intriguing contradiction: it also slows down plant growth. The study, published in the Physiologia Plantarum journal, shows that white light exposure triggers biochemical modifications; this reaction makes the bond between a plant’s internal tissues and outer layer stronger….
The organization behind the Oscars is for the first time addressing the use of artificial intelligence in performances and scripts for the 2027 Academy Awards. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Friday released updates across many categories, stressing the importance of human authorship while not banning AI.The new rules also include significant…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Mitchell Starc (Agency Image) Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has already squared up to some of the quickest and most respected bowlers in IPL 2026 and come through with striking assurance. At just 15, he has gone after names like Jasprit Bumrah, Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Pat Cummins, showing little regard for reputation and…
Now there’s a $200k reward to stop this tiny water problem that could cost billions. Image credit – Wikimedia Boaters arriving at lakes across California may not notice anything unusual. However, this often overlooked boating habit has been posing a major threat across US lakes. Water managers are focused on a problem that is nearly…
Your brain is energized and you’ll speed up your pace. The Moon helps you to be curious, and Mercury ensures that your thoughts are clear—making calls, errands, and travels that are short more smooth than expected. You’ll appreciate doing two things at a time; however, don’t get too busy. Select the top three tasks of…
New Delhi: Delhi govt is planning to bring a borewell policy in the city to ease water shortage problems, chief minister Rekha Gupta said on Friday.Gupta took part in the ‘Catch the Rain’ event organised by Delhi Jal Board (DJB) as part of the rainwater harvesting programme.“Delhi govt is considering bringing in a borewell policy….
Mumbai: In a decisive ruling, the Bombay High Court has dismissed the Centre’s claims over 220 acres of salt pan land in Bhayandar, asserting the land belongs to a private party under a historic contract of 1870.Chief Justice Shree Chandrashekhar and Justice Gautam Ankhad, in an April 30 judgment, observed that granting of lands undeniably…
Bengaluru: As digital fatigue increasingly impacts daily life across age groups, The Times of India’s Let’s D-Stress initiative expands beyond campuses into residential communities with its Let’s D-Stress: Community Conversations.The first edition will be held Saturday at Prestige Jindal City, Bagalagunte, marking the beginning of a citywide effort to bring conversations on mindful technology use…
Chennai: Chief minister M K Stalin said on Friday that hard work of DMK cadres will become evident for everyone on May 4, the day of counting of votes.Stalin who spoke at the May Day celebrations organised at May Day Park in Chintadripet said DMK will win the Assembly election. “There is not even an…
Hyderabad: Telangana director general of police (DGP) CV Anand said that the investigation into the phone-tapping case has almost come to an end and that a second chargesheet will be filed soon. After taking charge as the DGP on Friday, Anand also announced that a new Traffic Management and Road Safety Bureau will be created…
