The age-old question of whether the chicken or the egg came first has finally received a compelling answer from scientists: the egg came first. Here’s the reasoning: Eggs predate chickens by millions of years. Early amniotic eggs, capable of being laid on land, appeared approximately 340 million years ago, while modern chickens only emerged about Read More…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is preparing to disrupt the cloud services market by introducing an affordable, localized cloud storage solution for financial institutions in 2025. This initiative, led by the RBI’s Indian Financial Technology and Allied Services (IFTAS), targets smaller banks and financial firms struggling with the high costs of existing cloud services Read More…
Amazon India has announced plans to shift its Bengaluru headquarters from the World Trade Centre (WTC) to a new facility near Kempegowda International Airport by 2026, as part of a strategic cost-cutting move. This relocation will reduce the company’s real estate expenses significantly, with rental costs dropping by two-thirds compared to the premium rates at Read More…
Kerala is set to enhance its rail connectivity with the introduction of a 20-coach Vande Bharat Express, replacing the current 8-coach service. The new train will operate on the busy Kasaragod to Thiruvananthapuram route, promising quicker and more comfortable travel across the state. This upgrade aligns with the state’s efforts to modernize its railway infrastructure, Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on her birth anniversary, November 19. In a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter), he stated, “On her birth anniversary, tributes to Smt. Indira Gandhi, India’s former Prime Minister.” The acknowledgment highlights her pivotal role in shaping India’s political and social landscape. Born Read More…
Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Jio has introduced JioStar, an innovative OTT platform born from the merger of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. The $8.5 billion venture unites Reliance’s Viacom18 and Disney Star, with Reliance holding a 46.82% stake, Disney owning 36.84%, and other stakeholders holding the remainder. The platform, chaired by Nita Ambani, signals a significant shift Read More…
New Delhi: Actor Siddique has secured anticipatory bail from the Supreme Court in a rape case filed by a young actress, marking a significant development in this contentious legal battle. A bench led by Justices Bela M. Trivedi and Satish Chandra Sharma granted bail under strict conditions, including full cooperation with the investigation and surrendering Read More…
The Kerala University of Health Sciences Union 2023-24 Inter-Zone Cultural Festival, ‘Tahreer’, was officially inaugurated by Education Minister Dr. R. Bindu. The event took place at the Thykattusseri Vaidyaratnam Ayurveda College, where students from across the state came together to participate in various cultural activities. The festival saw a warm welcome from University Union Vice Read More…
On November 19, 2024, Wayanad witnessed a joint hartal by the United Democratic Front (UDF) and the Left Democratic Front (LDF) in protest against the central government’s refusal to classify the recent devastating landslides in the Mundakkai-Chooralmala region as a national disaster. Both political fronts have strongly criticized the Union government’s stance, demanding immediate national Read More…
India and Italy have announced a Joint Strategic Action Plan for 2025-2029, aimed at deepening ties in areas like clean energy, digital innovation, and trade. The plan builds on the 2020-2024 framework, emphasizing sustainable development and mutual growth. Key Focus Areas: Global and Regional Implications: This partnership highlights the growing importance of India-Italy ties in Read More…