Scientists find India’s 1st methane-eating bacteria in Western Ghats wetlands, Vetal Tekdi quarry

Scientists at Agharkar Research Institute discovered India’s first indigenous methane-mitigating agents, methanotrophs, in Western Ghats and Vetal Tekdi rice fields and wetlands. Named Methylocucumis oryzae, these bacteria reduce methane, a potent greenhouse gas, and boost rice yield. Their findings, crucial for climate change mitigation, were published in the Indian Journal of Microbiology.

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‘Not my child’: Woman’s surrogacy nightmare revealed after DNA test

A Reddit post revealed a woman’s DNA test showing she is not the biological mother of her 2-year-old son, leading to her discovering her husband’s infidelity with the surrogate. Devastated, she decided to divorce her husband and give up parental rights, sparking controversy and discussion around possible legal actions against the surrogate.

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Farhan Akhtar redefines alpha males: “It’s not about banging drums”

In a podcast with YouTuber Raj Shamani, acclaimed actor-director Farhan Akhtar shared his unique perspective on the concept of alpha males and what it truly means to be a leader. Farhan emphasized that being an alpha is not about outward displays of machismo or constantly asserting one’s superiority over others

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AGCO addresses TAFE’s 13D filing

AGCO addresses TAFE’s 13D filing

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Trump accuses Kamala Harris of being ‘disrespectful’ to her ethnicity

Former President Donald Trump deflected a question on Kamala Harris’s racial identity, calling her behavior disrespectful to both Black and Indian communities. Trump emphasized it was Harris’s assertion and not his. He also referenced his historical support for Harris. Trump confirmed accepting debate invitations from NBC, Fox, and ABC but hinted he might not...

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Earthquake of magnitude 4.4 strikes Sikkim’s Soreng

Earthquake of magnitude 4.4 strikes Sikkim’s Soreng

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SC nixes appeal against razing of bungalows in Pune’s blue flood line

The Supreme Court dismissed an appeal against the National Green Tribunal’s order to demolish 29 bungalows in the flood-prone zone of Indrayani river. The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation will issue final notices to the owners before proceeding with the demolition. This action aims to prevent flooding risks and protect the river’s ecosystem.

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Withdraw grains, not cash: Odisha launches India’s first 24/7 rice ATM

India launched its first 24/7 grain ATM in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, unveiled by Minister Krushna Chandra Patra and World Food Programme’s Nozomi Hashimoto. Named Annapurti, this ATM will provide beneficiaries with rice or wheat after biometric authentication, aiming to eliminate PDS delays. The initiative will expand to other districts, and the machine is energy-efficient and...

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Kamala Harris ahead by 5 points, Donald Trump trails in key swing states, new poll shows

Democrat Kamala Harris led Republican Donald Trump 42% to 37% in the latest Ipsos poll for the November 5 US presidential election. This marked an increase from a previous survey in July. An independent candidate, Robert Kennedy Jr, saw his support drop from 10% to 4%. Harris also led Trump in seven key states,...

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As Naga Chaitanya gets engaged to Sobhita Dhulipala, fans ask him to DELETE his picture with Samantha Ruth Prabhu

Samantha Ruth Prabhu fans ask Naga Chaitanya to delete a picture with her where he called her ‘Mrs’, post his engagement with Sobhita Dhulipala. Some users also came in Chay’s defense!

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