Millions of graphene-based toothbrushes have already reached consumers, long before scientists fully understood how the material actually works. Now, new research from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) has clarified the mechanism behind graphene oxide’s antibacterial properties. Led by Sang Ouk Kim and Hyun Jung Chung, the study shows that graphene oxide…
Iran’s IRGC Navy turned back the Pakistan-bound vessel SELEN in the Strait of Hormuz for lacking permission and violating protocols, asserting maritime sovereignty and mandatory coordination for transit. Government has mandated a shift to piped natural gas in covered areas, halting LPG supply to such households, aiming to diversify fuel use and reduce vulnerability amid…
While these all destinations offer strong potential, buyers and investors should be aware that certain states have specific land and property rules and regulations. States such as Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Karnataka have restrictions on purchasing agricultural land or limits for non-local buyers who do not belong to the state itself. So considering this, it…
In a troubling turn of events, authorities now believe they have pinpointed a motive behind the abduction of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of journalist Savannah Guthrie, which has entered its seventh week. Investigators remain optimistic that ‘mixed’ DNA retrieved from the crime scene could lead to a breakthrough. As the search for Savannah Guthrie’s mother,…
Gujarat Titans’ captain Shubman Gill, right, chats with Gujarat Titans’ Mohammed Siraj (AP Photo/ Manish Swarup) Gujarat Titans’ loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru was not simply about failing to defend a sizeable 205 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The result quickly turned into a talking point around leadership decisions, particularly because GT had managed to…
Photo: dasha.takisho/ Instagram Have you ever walked into a dinner party or date and felt that invisible tug toward a certain spot— the cozy corner armchair, the spotlight at the head table, or a safe perch in the back? It’s not a random choice. The chair you choose when you enter a room, subconsciously shows…
Itti Si Khushi starring Sumbul Touqeer Khan as the female lead talks about the life of a selfless young girl, Anvita. In the show, Sumbul’s character Anvita takes on the role of a parent to her siblings. Anvita has always tried her best to keep her family together, be it supporting her family through life’s…
In Vedic astrology, Rahu emerges as a significant shadow planet, holding the power to reshape life trajectories. Frequently linked to confusion and restlessness, Rahu’s impact shines brightest during its 18-year Mahadasha. This transformative phase can usher in unforeseen achievements, financial breakthroughs, and a yearning for adventure. Do you ever feel that there’s something that always…
Forget the chemical sprays. Science says the answer was already in your pantry. Nobody wants their apartment smelling like last night’s garlic shrimp at 9 AM. You have scrubbed the pan, opened the windows, maybe even lit a candle, and somehow, the smell is still there, clinging to the air like an uninvited houseguest. Your…
PUNE: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said that banks should continue to have a human interface while serving the customers despite the massive continuing thrust on digitisation.“Digitisation should happen. It brings in greater inclusivity. But as this digitisation is happening we should ask ourselves whether we are getting distant from our customer base,”…