Dehradun: The InnoPap (Innovation in Paper and Packaging) laboratory at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has developed eco-friendly tableware from wheat straw in collaboration with the Maharashtra-based Parason Machinery private company. This innovative solution may address two major environmental problems: stubble burning and pollution caused by single-use plastics. By moulding wheat straw into…
Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday said that the state police cannot travel to Singapore to investigate the mysterious death of cultural icon Zubeen Garg. Speaking to reporters after meeting Garg’s family here, Sarma also said that Assam Police will not be able to “join the dots” if the Assamese people, who…
Islamabad: The Pakistan Army on Saturday criticised the recent remarks made by the Indian military officers and political leaders, warning that a future conflict between the two countries might lead to a “cataclysmic devastation”. In a statement, it also said that these “irresponsible statements” indicate a renewed attempt at “fabricating arbitrary pretexts for aggression” –…
Norman Brookes stands as a towering figure in the annals of Australian sporting history, not merely as a tennis champion but as a visionary who helped establish the nation’s enduring tennis legacy. Born on November 14, 1877, in Melbourne, Victoria, Norman Everard Brookes would become the first non-British player to win the Wimbledon men’s singles…
Teaching has long been regarded as a noble profession—one that shapes not just the careers, but the very character of future generations. To honour the invaluable contributions of teachers to education and society, Teachers’ Day is celebrated across the world on different dates. In India, Teachers’ Day is observed every year on 5th September, commemorating…
Dronacharya, after bestowing upon Arjuna the supreme Brahmasironamakastra, enriched him with divine grace and mortal strength. As a preceptor, he laid down solemn injunctions, commanding his disciple never to use that weapon against mankind. If unleashed upon lesser beings, it would consume the world in flames; if directed against a foe deemed dangerous, it would…
Kathirvel Swamy Murugan Temple is situated in Kathirkamam, a well-known locality in Puducherry.The main deity of the temple is Lord Murugan, worshipped here as Kathirvel Swamy or Subramaniar. The name “Kathirvel” comes from the radiant spear (Vel) of Lord Murugan, which symbolizes wisdom and divine power. Devotees believe that worshipping him removes obstacles and grants…
Ahmedabad: West Indies cricketers want to make a name and a living playing cricket, but the Caribbean’s prolonged struggle with finances is affecting their progress, skipper Roston Chase said here on Saturday after losing the first Test against India by an innings and 140 runs. The West Indies side cut a sorry figure posting 162…
Nagpur: Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Saturday called for upgradation of technology and rules as per global standards in the aviation sector, including the field of Air Traffic Control. He was speaking at the inauguration of the 3-day annual event on civil aviation organised by the Air Traffic Controllers Guild of India here. The aviation…
Patna: Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar on Saturday alleged that the NDA government, which was formed through “vote chori” is also a “zameen chor (land grabber)” in Bihar. He was referring to the NDA government at the Centre providing more than 1000 acres of land to the Adani Group, allegedly at a “throwaway price” for setting…
