Indian singer Joi Barua features in NASA-aligned musical project
New Delhi: Popular Indian singer-composer Joi Barua has entered into an international collaboration aimed at merging NASA astrophysics with performing arts as he brings to life two pivotal songs that capture the wonder of the cosmos. The initiative connects NASA’s COSI (Compton Spectrometer and Imager) mission, led by principal investigator John Tomsick at UC Berkeley’s…
Two earthquakes hits northwestern Nepal
Kathmandu: Two back-to-back earthquakes struck northwestern Nepal on Wednesday, authorities said. However, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or damage. According to the National Seismological Research Centre, the first tremor of magnitude 4.5 was recorded at 1:51 am (local time). The second quake, with a magnitude of 4.2, struck at 4:28 am (local…
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay’s London event cancelled over safety concerns
London: Hundreds of fans gathered outside London’s tallest building, The Shard, on Tuesday to catch a glimpse of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay, but the event was called off after the Metropolitan Police intervened, citing safety concerns. The cancellation left many fans, some of whom had queued for hours, disappointed. “For public safety…
Militants burn down two houses in Manipur village, exchange fire with security forces
Imphal: Suspected militants attacked a hill village in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district and burnt down at least two houses while engaging in an exchange of fire with security forces, officials said on Wednesday. An official said a large number of militants armed with sophisticated weapons attacked Chawangkining Naga village around 10.30 pm on Tuesday, hours after…
TN showcases tourism diversity at IFTM Paris to woo global travellers
Chennai: In a major push to position the state as a premier global destination, Tamil Nadu showcased its diverse tourism portfolio at the international B2B trade exhibition IFTM TOP RESA 2026, which commenced at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. The three-day travel mart, held under the theme “The Value of Travel” from September 15…
Haj pilgrims’ medical certificate submission deadline extended to Sep 30
Thiruvananthapuram: The deadline for Haj pilgrims to submit their medical screening certificates has been extended to September 30, officials have said. The Haj Committee of India announced the extension following the intervention of Keralam Haj Affairs Minister N Samsudheen, his office said in a statement. The minister had earlier written to the Union Minority Affairs…
Trump’s Reality Check
Has better sense finally prevailed on US President Donald Trump? President Donald Trump’s latest pressure on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to stop attacking Russian oil refineries and diesel infrastructure may represent more than a tactical intervention in the Russia-Ukraine war. It reflects a growing realisation in Washington that wars fought thousands of miles away can…
Sanju Samson Silences Critics, Carries India To Dominant Victory Over Afghanistan In 2nd T20I
New Delhi: Sanju Samson’s explosive 57 off 22 balls and Nitish Kumar Reddy’s three-wicket haul powered India to a commanding seven-wicket win over Afghanistan in the second T20I in Delhi on Tuesday, giving the hosts an unassailable lead in the three-match series. Reddy returned with figures of 3/24, striking on the first ball of each…
Russia sanctions bill advances in US House, set for final vote
Washington: The US House of Representatives voted to advance a bill that would authorise President Donald Trump to impose 100 per cent tariffs on India and other countries for buying oil and gas from Russia and extend existing sanctions on Iran. The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 cleared a procedural…
The Machines That Build Tomorrow: Inside Opening Day at bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2026
The grounds of the India Expo Centre came alive with the synchronized momentum of the global infrastructure industry. Across indoor pavilions and open-air arenas, original equipment manufacturers revealed a shared vision centered on lower lifecycle emissions, digital precision, and operator well-being. Heavy Extraction Handling severe-duty quarry and mining duties was the focus of the 54,000-kilogram…
