Alaknanda, Mandakini cross danger mark as heavy rain batters Uttarakhand

Heavy rains in Uttarakhand pushed rivers above danger marks, prompting flood alerts for vulnerable areas. Landslides blocked several key highways connecting hill districts, disrupting essential travel routes. District administrations alerted residents and kept disaster response teams on standby for emergencies. Authorities worked to reopen blocked roads and restore essential services like power and water. The…

You won’t believe what happens to your brain’s immune system at 50!

A groundbreaking study indicates that brain immune cells undergo significant transformations during midlife, specifically from ages fifty to seventy-five. The primary immune cells in the brain, known as microglia, decrease in number and are subsequently replaced by inflammatory signals and immune traits from peripheral blood. This revelation contradicts previous neuroscience theories regarding the self-renewal of…

When Kangana Ranaut got special surprise from Rajinikanth on first day of her film shoot, R Madhavan hailed his surprise set visit as a ‘phenomenal beginning’: ‘Your blessings mean the world to us’

Superstar Rajinikanth made a surprise visit to the film set in Chennai. Kangana Ranaut expressed her delight meeting the cinema legend on the first day. R Madhavan described the visit as a phenomenal and blessed beginning for the project. The actors reunite for a psychological thriller after their popular films. This new venture is a…

‘It’s the real achievement’: Subhash Ghai celebrates success of his small-budget, content-driven films

Filmmaker Subhash Ghai expressed immense pride in his modestly budgeted films, which have garnered critical acclaim and performed well at the box office. He emphasized the significance of producing meaningful cinema, citing successful titles such as Iqbal and Black & White. Ghai is committed to creating more content-rich films that resonate with audiences and uphold…

Global Market: China’s July exports top forecasts as AI boom and pre-tariff rush fuel trade growth

China’s July exports rose 23.9%, beating forecasts as strong global AI-related demand and pre-tariff shipments boosted trade. High-tech and semiconductor exports remained key growth drivers despite fresh U.S. restrictions. Robust exports supported markets, but weak domestic demand, slowing investment and escalating trade tensions continue to cloud China’s broader economic outlook.

Mountain lions may be making roads safer in Washington, because deer change their behaviour when pumas are nearby, and collisions drop

New research indicates mountain lions reduce deer-vehicle collisions significantly. Predator presence makes deer avoid roads and developed areas more often. This behavioural shift lowers the likelihood of dangerous animal-vehicle encounters. The study examined deer movement and collision data in Washington’s Olympic Peninsula. These findings highlight the broader ecological roles of large carnivores.