Mumbaikars are making their own Bappa

During Ganesh Chaturthi workshops, devotees have the opportunity to craft their own idols, enhancing the festival’s significance. These hands-on sessions foster a sense of personal connection and immersion in the festivities. Ideal for beginners, the workshops promote an accessible, joyful, and meditative idol creation process, encouraging sustainable celebration methods while engaging the community in a…

Weather tomorrow: IMD forecasts rain across several states; heavy rain alert for northeast, Bihar, Jharkhand

Weather forecasts indicate that on Saturday, August 29, several states in India will experience heavy rainfall, especially in Odisha and certain areas of the Northeast. Thunderstorms and strong winds are also predicted across the country. Fishermen in designated locations of the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal should exercise caution and refrain from fishing. Rainfall…

Upasana Singh recalls alleged CINTAA disrespect; claims she was BELITTLED over English: ‘Was called ‘Tom, Dick and Harry’’

Upasana Singh detailed her negative experiences within CINTAA meetings. She faced insulting remarks about her professional standing and English skills. Veteran actresses Poonam Dhillon and Padmini Kolhapure were previously named in disagreements. Actor Deepak Parashar was reportedly left distressed after a rude interaction. Singh stated she joined CINTAA to give back to the industry.

Freshers retrace North Campus’ historic past

A heritage walk led by historian Sohail Hashmi explored Delhi University’s North Campus. Freshers discovered stories and landmarks shaping the campus over decades. The walk covered the protected Kamla Nehru Ridge, a strategic military landmark from 1857. Students learned about historical sites and the area’s monkey population, offering a unique way to get acquainted with…

In 1960, Turnbull refuge workers began reintroducing trumpeter swans; 37 cygnets arrived over four years, and 21 years after losing his mate, Solo fathered a new brood

Trumpeter swans were pushed to the brink of extinction due to relentless hunting and loss of their natural habitats throughout North America. In the 1960s, wildlife officials initiated a reintroduction program at Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge. A standout swan named Solo emerged as a key figure after losing his mate and eggs.

In 1967, Jocelyn Bell Burnell found pulsars but watched her supervisor receive the Nobel: The discovery that still raises questions about scientific credit

In 1967, Jocelyn Bell Burnell made a groundbreaking discovery while analyzing radio telescope data: the first pulsar, a phenomenon ushering in a new era of astrophysics. Although her supervisor, Antony Hewish, along with Martin Ryle, went on to win a Nobel Prize for their work, Bell Burnell’s contributions were pivotal and later earned her widespread…