NEW DELHI: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has formed a four-member independent inquiry committee to investigate the sexual harassment allegations made against Hockey India secretary Bhola Nath Singh by former India women’s hockey captain Asunta Lakra.The committee has been set up following a directive from the Union sports ministry. It will be headed by retired…
PC: Swiss Academy of Sciences A photograph shared online has helped scientists identify a hoverfly species that had remained a mystery for years. The insect, named ‘Monoceromyia ndidiae’, was photographed in the Dominican Republic and posted on iNaturalist. Its unusual appearance caught the attention of an entomologist, who began asking whether the fly represented something…
Dolly Parton’s sister Stella Parton reveals why the country icon kept her cancer battle private. Country music icon Dolly Parton kept her battle with cancer private until her final days because she did not want her fans or family members to worry about her, her younger sister Stella Parton has revealed. Dolly, who died last…
Aquarius individuals may find themselves navigating significant meetings and pivotal partnership choices. It’s essential to cultivate cooperation, grounded in mutual respect, to drive successful outcomes and equitable agreements. Conversations may arise around commitment and the need for personal boundaries in relationships. Careful evaluation of financial decisions with partners is crucial, along with mindful spending habits….
ORV Sagar Manthan, built under the Deep Ocean Mission at a cost of around Rs 840 crore, will boost India’s ocean research capabilities. NEW DELHI: The Government on Wednesday launched state-of-the-art ocean research vessel ORV Sagar Manthan at Rishi Bankim Shipyard in Kolkata, boosting India’s efforts towards self-reliance in oceanographic science and maritime technology.Constructed under…
India’s ethanol production capacity has surpassed the requirements for blending, prompting the government to explore additional uses for the surplus. The government is looking to move beyond the 20 per cent ethanol-blending target as flex-fuel vehicles are expected to enter the market, advisor to the Prime Minister Tarun Kapoor said on Wednesday.Speaking at The India…
Nitish Kumar Reddy (Image: IANS) NEW DELHI: All-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy has received the green signal from the BCCI medical staff and is set to join the rest of the India squad in the national capital on Thursday ahead of the three-match T20I series against Afghanistan, starting on September 13, the TimesofIndia.com can confirm.Reddy last…
The European turtle dove population in the United Kingdom had fallen to just 2 percent of its peak population in the late 1960s. The species is Europe’s only migratory dove and has become the fastest-declining bird species in the U.K. As the festive season approaches, a bird forever linked with love, devotion and Christmas is…
After the back-to-back success of ‘Karuppu’ and ‘Vishwanath And Sons’, Tamil superstar Suriya will next be seen in the upcoming cop action drama ‘Scene’, directed by Jithu Madhavan. The makers have officially announced the title of the film, which was earlier known as ‘Suriya 47’. They have also shared the first glimpse of the film…
The eighth house of Capricorn shines a light on personal choices and familial customs. As you navigate your career, be prepared for private discussions and potential restructuring that require your utmost focus. For those in relationships, prioritize emotional transparency, while singles should seek genuine connections. Additionally, scrutinizing joint assets and family wealth is essential regarding…
