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Amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the United States has upped the ante against Iran by carrying out heavy airstrikes on Kharg Island — Iran’s economic lifeline and a strategic defense point in the Persian Gulf.During the recent attacks, the US forces conducted airstrikes on military installations on Kharg Island, including missile storage…
The United States is steadily expanding the deployment of its MQ-9 Reaper drones across the Indo-Pacific, strengthening a surveillance and strike network that is reshaping regional military dynamics.The MQ-9 Reaper, developed by General Atomics, is a long-endurance, remotely piloted aircraft capable of both intelligence gathering and precision strikes. Since entering service in 2007, it has…
The US government is set to roll out “Trump Accounts”, a new tax-advantaged investment programme aimed at boosting long-term savings for children, with more than 500,000 families already signed up ahead of its launch this summer, according to a Reuters report.Under the scheme, the US Treasury will deposit $1,000 as seed money into investment accounts…
Recent research from Sydney University uncovers that type 2 diabetes can profoundly change the heart’s structure, resulting in increased stiffness and reduced strength. This microscopic deterioration in heart tissue disrupts essential muscle fibres and the body’s energy production, paving the way for potential heart failure. Diabetes is talked about in terms of blood sugar, diet,…
AI-generated image used for representation What began two centuries ago as a warning to European empires is being reborn as something far more Trumpian.US President Donald Trump’s offhand quip — the “Donroe Doctrine” — is no longer just a rhetorical flourish. Framed by Trump as being “about peace on Earth,” it is fast emerging as…
The Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) has the potential to fundamentally change urban mobility patterns while acting as a catalyst for decentralised economic growth along transit corridors, real estate consultant Knight Frank said in a new report, PTI reported.According to a Knight Frank India study released on Friday, titled ‘Regional Rapid Transit System: Testing the…
CBSE in review 2025: Exam reforms, APAAR ID rollout, syllabus changes, and student wellbeing initiatives NEW DELHI: The Central Board of Secondary Education has rolled out a series of policy changes in 2025 that affect how students study, appear for exams, and receive support in schools. These measures cover examinations, digital identity, curriculum design, counselling…
Does one side of your face seem a little different, say, slightly fuller or sharper? You may not realise it, but an everyday habit could be the reason why. The asymmetry which is often brushed off could be the cause of your chewing habits. Over months and years, this imbalance can leave visible clues along…
Representative image made with AI Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are recruiting technology professionals at a rate four times faster than IT services companies, representing the most significant employment transformation in India’s IT sector in ten years.GCCs are increasing their workforce by 18-27% annually, whilst IT services grow at 4-6%, as per TeamLease Digital’s statistics, cited…
Rupee depreciation: Experts are of the view that this weakness may persist in the near term. (AI image) The rupee has been in a downward spiral versus the US dollar – hitting new historical lows and even crossing the 90 mark. The depreciation has been steep, and even more on a real effective basis. In…
