Month: September 2026

Nasa researchers observed freshwater snails reproducing in space during a Shuttle mission. Their gravity-sensing organs, called statoconia, grew substantially larger in microgravity. Swordtail fish larvae also developed enlarged otoliths, which are similar gravity-sensing stones. This indicated a critical developmental period where altered gravity impacts stone size. The findings suggest these organs regulate to achieve a…

The Karnataka high court quashed a criminal case filed under BNS Section 75(2). The court ruled accidental exposure while answering nature’s call is not an offense. This ruling came after a man was seen urinating near a railway track. The complainant alleged the man made gestures, which the court deemed a shock reaction. Allowing the…

France is taking a stand against ultra-cheap fast fashion by introducing new fees on items sold through e-commerce platforms like Shein and Temu. These measures are designed to reduce the environmental impact linked to disposable clothing. Fees will vary depending on the item and will not exceed 50% of the product’s pre-tax cost, aligning with…

Brar’s schedule has been relentless. He flew in from Sri Lanka on Friday and turned up for the Duleep Trophy semifinal against South Zone at the BCCI Centre of Excellence on Sunday. Despite bowling 23 overs on a slow-paced surface, he maintained his intensity and finished with a four-wicket match haul in the first innings.

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CISF ASI Paramedical admit card 2026: CISF released the ASI Paramedical Staff Recruitment 2026 PST and Documentation admit cards on September 1. The physical and documentation stage is scheduled to begin on September 14. The recruitment covers 24 posts: 18 Pharmacist, five Lab Technician and one X-Ray Technician. Candidates must download their call letters online…

The Karnataka high court quashed a criminal case filed under BNS Section 75(2). The court ruled accidental exposure while answering nature’s call is not an offense. This ruling came after a man was seen urinating near a railway track. The complainant alleged the man made gestures, which the court deemed a shock reaction. Allowing the…

Travis Kelce purchased a $5.35 million lakefront mansion in Bratenahl, Ohio, months before his wedding to Taylor Swift. The historic estate sits on 3.5 acres near his hometown of Cleveland Heights and features eight bedrooms, 11 bathrooms and more than 21,000 square feet of living space. The property also includes a game room, home theater,…

US technology companies are at risk of increased tariffs on imports of AI hardware. The suggested duties could raise expenses for building data centers significantly, compounding the existing chip shortage and surge in demand. Industry experts caution that these tariffs might obstruct crucial investments in computational advancements. Currently, American cloud service providers depend heavily on…

A glacier collapse in Nepal and China showed visible signs days before the disaster. Scientists noted brown meltwater and a propagating crack as pre-event indications. The disaster killed over 1,100 people, with more lives potentially saved by better warning systems. Comprehensive monitoring of glaciers and slopes is now stressed for vulnerable communities. Enhanced cross-border cooperation…