A genomic study has traced the baobab tree’s lineage back over 21 million years to Madagascar. Researchers suggest that baobabs spread to Africa and Australia via floating seed pods, adapting to arid climates. These trees are crucial for their water-storing trunks and hold cultural significance in many African societies.
Read MoreA student’s polite WhatsApp inquiry about attendance received a curt response from his professor, sparking a humorous debate on social media. Users discussed cultural differences in communication styles and the appropriate way to address teachers. The student later apologized in person, resolving the misunderstanding amicably.
Read MoreVivo has launched the T3 Ultra smartphone in India with features like a 1.5K AMOLED display at a 120Hz refresh rate, Dimensity 9200+ chipset, and a dual camera setup. Starting at Rs 31,999 for the base model, it will be available from September 19 on various platforms with special discounts and EMI options.
Read MoreWhile sharing details about their upcoming movie, ‘Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video’, they reveal that the film is a throwback to the 90s. Rajkummar is humorously described him as the ‘purush’ from Stree while Triptii, was introduced as someone viewers might recognize from the song in ‘Animal’
Read MoreDelhi Metro Rail Corporation has introduced the Multiple Journey QR Ticket (MJQRT), a digital ticketing solution available on the Delhi Metro Sarathi app. Starting Friday, passengers can purchase MJQRT for seamless metro travel, with discounts during peak and off-peak hours. This initiative aims to enhance convenience and promote eco-friendly travel.
Read MoreRashid Khan returns to Afghanistan’s ODI squad for their series against South Africa in Sharjah from September 18-22. Injuries rule out Ibrahim Zadran and Mujeeb Ur Rahman, leading to the inclusion of Darwish Rasooli and Abdul Malik. This will be Afghanistan’s first bilateral ODI series against South Africa.
Read MoreIndia is gearing up to face Sweden in the Davis Cup World Group I contest starting September 14. Without top players Sumit Nagal and Yuki Bhambri, India seeks its first win against Sweden. Key players include Ramkumar Ramanathan and doubles specialist Balaji. The matches will be held on a medium-speed indoor court in Sweden.
Read MoreShiboprosad Mukherjee underwent significant transformations for roles in Ramdhanu and Bohurupi. For Bohurupi, he adopted a strict diet and workout regimen to lose 10 kilos. Despite an injury during filming that required hospitalization, he maintained his fitness and resumed shooting after a month, showcasing his dedication to the role.
Read MoreSheelu Abraham expressed her discontent with actors Tovino Thomas, Asif Ali, and Antony Varghese for excluding other Onam releases in a promotional video. She accused them of misleading audiences by focusing solely on their films while ignoring others like ‘Bad Boys,’ ‘Kummattikali,’ and ‘Gangs of Sukumara Kurup.’ Director Omar Lulu supported her criticism, questioning...
Read MoreThe Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) has released a subject-wise question bank for Classes 9-12, available for download on gseb.org. The question banks will be used for assessing students through five unit tests conducted throughout the academic year. Government and grant-in-aid schools must use them for evaluation, while private schools can...
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