Recent satellite data have revealed that Earth’s nights are becoming increasingly brighter due to a sharp rise in artificial lighting across the globe. Scientists have found that this change is not uniform, with different regions showing varied trends based on development, energy access, and socio-political factors. A global study has shown that artificial lighting increased by around 16% between 2014 and 2022. The findings highlight that nighttime brightness does not simply grow
Recent satellite data have revealed that Earth’s nights are becoming increasingly brighter due to a sharp rise in artificial lighting across the globe. Scientists have found that this change is not uniform, with different regions showing varied trends based on development, energy access, and socio-political factors. A global study has shown that artificial lighting increased by around 16% between 2014 and 2022. The findings highlight that nighttime brightness does not simply grow
Mumbai University on April 21st 2026 evening issued a statement addressing the recent concerns surrounding its academic operations and student-related matters. The administration confirmed that it is actively working to resolve the issues while ensuring transparency and efficiency in all processes. Officials emphasized that every step being taken aligns with the university’s established rules and academic framework. Reaffirming its dedication to quality education, the university s
Mumbai University on April 21st 2026 evening issued a statement addressing the recent concerns surrounding its academic operations and student-related matters. The administration confirmed that it is actively working to resolve the issues while ensuring transparency and efficiency in all processes. Officials emphasized that every step being taken aligns with the university’s established rules and academic framework. Reaffirming its dedication to quality education, the university s
Kanimozhi Karunanidhi has expressed strong confidence in the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) retaining power in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. She stated that the party has effectively handled challenges and remains well-positioned to secure another term. Kanimozhi alleged that attempts were made to create confusion among voters ahead of polling, including concerns around electoral roll revisions and enforcement actions. However, she said the DMK had successfully counte
Kanimozhi Karunanidhi has expressed strong confidence in the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) retaining power in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. She stated that the party has effectively handled challenges and remains well-positioned to secure another term. Kanimozhi alleged that attempts were made to create confusion among voters ahead of polling, including concerns around electoral roll revisions and enforcement actions. However, she said the DMK had successfully counte
A year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, fresh findings have identified the alleged mastermind and traced his links to Pakistan. The investigation has revealed that the key accused has been operating from across the border while continuously changing identities to evade capture. According to reports, the suspect—known by multiple aliases i
A year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, fresh findings have identified the alleged mastermind and traced his links to Pakistan. The investigation has revealed that the key accused has been operating from across the border while continuously changing identities to evade capture. According to reports, the suspect—known by multiple aliases i
India’s space journey began in the most unexpected place — a church in Thumba. Long before becoming a global space power, the foundations of the Indian Space Research Organisation were laid with limited resources but extraord
India’s space journey began in the most unexpected place — a church in Thumba. Long before becoming a global space power, the foundations of the Indian Space Research Organisation were laid with limited resources but extraord
A powerful explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Thrissur has claimed the lives of six workers and left several others injured. The incident occurred in Mundathikode, where preparations were underway for the upcoming Thrissur Pooram
A powerful explosion at a firecracker manufacturing unit in Thrissur has claimed the lives of six workers and left several others injured. The incident occurred in Mundathikode, where preparations were underway for the upcoming Thrissur Pooram
Apple Inc. has announced a major leadership transition, with CEO Tim Cook set to step down later this year. He will be succeeded by John Ternus, currently serving as the company’s head of
Apple Inc. has announced a major leadership transition, with CEO Tim Cook set to step down later this year. He will be succeeded by John Ternus, currently serving as the company’s head of
A violent clash broke out at a gurdwara in Moers, leaving multiple people injured and triggering a large-scale police response. The incident, involving dozens of individuals, created panic among worshippers and raised concerns over safety at religious places. According to reports, the confrontation escalated rapidly, with participants allegedly using
A violent clash broke out at a gurdwara in Moers, leaving multiple people injured and triggering a large-scale police response. The incident, involving dozens of individuals, created panic among worshippers and raised concerns over safety at religious places. According to reports, the confrontation escalated rapidly, with participants allegedly using
Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring has called for a ban on an upcoming web series based on gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, raising concerns over the portrayal of criminal figures in mainstream media. Obje
Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring has called for a ban on an upcoming web series based on gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, raising concerns over the portrayal of criminal figures in mainstream media. Obje
Worker protests in cities like Noida are increasingly highlighting a deepening cost-of-living crisis in India, as rising expenses continue to outpace wages. The growing unrest reflects widespread frustration among workers who say their earnings are no longer enough to meet basic daily needs. One of the key demands emerging from these protests is an in
Worker protests in cities like Noida are increasingly highlighting a deepening cost-of-living crisis in India, as rising expenses continue to outpace wages. The growing unrest reflects widespread frustration among workers who say their earnings are no longer enough to meet basic daily needs. One of the key demands emerging from these protests is an in
A major controversy has rocked international cricket as alleged links between the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and a match-fixing scandal involving Cricket Canada during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 have come to light. The shockin
A major controversy has rocked international cricket as alleged links between the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and a match-fixing scandal involving Cricket Canada during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 have come to light. The shockin
Rising heatwave conditions across India have prompted several state governments to revise school timings to protect students from extreme temperatures. Authorities are increasingly shifting classes to early morning hours to ensure that children are not exposed to harsh afternoon heat, which can lead to dehydration, fatigue, and other health issues. In Uttar Pradesh
Rising heatwave conditions across India have prompted several state governments to revise school timings to protect students from extreme temperatures. Authorities are increasingly shifting classes to early morning hours to ensure that children are not exposed to harsh afternoon heat, which can lead to dehydration, fatigue, and other health issues. In Uttar Pradesh
Recent studies have raised concerns about the reliability of AI tools like ChatGPT when it comes to handling personal or emotional queries. While such tools are widely used for quick information and general guidance, experts warn that they may not always provide accurate, nuanced, or well-balanced advice on sensitive issues. One key concern relates to
Recent studies have raised concerns about the reliability of AI tools like ChatGPT when it comes to handling personal or emotional queries. While such tools are widely used for quick information and general guidance, experts warn that they may not always provide accurate, nuanced, or well-balanced advice on sensitive issues. One key concern relates to
National Civil Service Day is observed every year on April 21. In 2026, it falls on Tuesday, April 21, to honour the dedication and service of India’s civil servants. The day recognises their vital role in implementing government policies, ensuring effective governance, and delivering public services across the country. The significance of this day
National Civil Service Day is observed every year on April 21. In 2026, it falls on Tuesday, April 21, to honour the dedication and service of India’s civil servants. The day recognises their vital role in implementing government policies, ensuring effective governance, and delivering public services across the country. The significance of this day
The Supreme Court of India, on Day 6 of hearings in the Sabarimala women's entry case, focused on key constitutional questions surrounding religious freedom and judicial review. The bench observed that while certain limitations e
The Supreme Court of India, on Day 6 of hearings in the Sabarimala women's entry case, focused on key constitutional questions surrounding religious freedom and judicial review. The bench observed that while certain limitations e