Weaponisation of 'Sir': A Linguistic Power Play
The term 'sir' is increasingly used as a tool of power dynamics, often to assert dominance or undermine authority in professional and social settings.
The term 'sir' is increasingly used as a tool of power dynamics, often to assert dominance or undermine authority in professional and social settings.
Explore how the Japanese concept of Mottainai can transform waste into value, promoting sustainability and reducing environmental impact through mindful consumption.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath praised the rescue of a Gangetic dolphin stranded in a Gonda canal, after PM Modi highlighted the operation on Mann Ki Baat.
Madras High Court stays Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation's order to keep 226 solar and 7 wind projects in abeyance, citing irregularities in approvals.
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RecommendedAn intelligent sensor device for automated wildlife monitoring, developed with KIIT University support, has secured a design patent, boosting technology-driven conservation efforts.
Nine tunnel boring machines are operating across Delhi as part of Metro Phase IV, constructing over 38 km of underground sections. DMRC has completed 23 tunnel breakthroughs, with 84% of civil work done on priority corridors.
At Bihar Pedicon 2026, Dr Ruchira Maheshwari Gupta discussed parenting shifts from authoritarian to emotional. Sessions covered clinical exams, AI integration, and seizure management.
Formula E driver Dan Ticktum reviews a 1965 first-generation Mustang convertible along the French Riviera and reflects on his challenging season with Cupra Kiro.
A rare Blue Moon, which is also a micromoon, will appear on May 31. Learn what a Blue Moon is, how to watch it, and why this event is special.
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RecommendedGoa will see a rare micro blue moon on May 31, a phenomenon occurring only 2-3 times per century. The moon will appear smaller than usual due to its apogee position.
The ASI has started structural restoration of the 11th-century Mata Bhavani ni Vav stepwell in Ahmedabad, focusing on stabilizing the central shaft and repairing damaged stones.
India's drone market is set to surge from $654 million to $1.437 billion by 2029, driven by conflicts like Operation Sindoor. Key systems include Nagastra-1, ULPGM-V3, and SkyStrikers, with export interest from Vietnam, Philippines, Egypt, and UAE.
Boat Aavante Prime X is a 7.1.4-channel home theatre system with Dolby Atmos, wireless subwoofer, and detachable rear speakers. Priced at Rs 37,999, it delivers immersive sound but requires ample space.
Duke University researchers created Argus, a 20-legged robot with perfect symmetry, achieving near-perfect acceleration in all directions. Inspired by sea urchins, it excels in rough terrain.
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RecommendedMeta is working on an AI-powered pendant and multiple smart glasses models to revive its struggling Reality Labs division, along with a subscription service for enterprises.
Fossilized footprints in Tanzania's Laetoli region, preserved in volcanic ash, provide the oldest direct evidence of upright walking, reshaping our understanding of human evolution.
Mount Chimborazo in Ecuador, though shorter than Everest, is the farthest point from Earth's centre due to the equatorial bulge. Learn why this mountain holds a unique record.
A woman in India quit her 9-year IT management career to drive an auto rickshaw, saying she is happier now. Her story has gone viral on social media.
Smart glass technology is reshaping Indian architecture by enhancing energy efficiency, comfort, and aesthetics in buildings across the country.
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RecommendedIndia launches its first SkyCast System at Delhi Airport, an advanced weather monitoring platform to reduce fog-related flight delays and improve aviation safety.
In 1957, a simple mistake in a Brazilian laboratory led to the accidental release of Africanised honey bees, which have since spread across the Americas, causing thousands of deaths and disrupting ecosystems.
In the 1950s, a lab accident at Corning created glass-ceramics, a material stronger than ordinary glass, leading to products like Pyroceram cookware and aerospace components.
Scientists develop a nano-engineered coating that reflects 97% of sunlight, cools surfaces, and harvests water from air, reducing AC use and energy costs.
A Bengaluru mountaineer describes overcrowding and delays in Everest's Death Zone, where summit queues create life-threatening congestion.
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RecommendedUttar Pradesh housing department will now provide inputs on 16 types of urban infrastructure works, including traffic improvements and solid waste management, to ensure better planning and avoid past mistakes.
An article exploring the concept of buoyancy through experiments and observations in Bengaluru, highlighting scientific principles and local applications.
Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd plans to install 300,000 rooftop solar systems across Uttar Pradesh in three years, leveraging government subsidies and innovative financing models to boost adoption.
Tzu Chi Mahayana Buddhist Practice Centre inaugurated at BHU, the first in India sponsored by a foreign Buddhist organization. Scholarships announced for Pali and Buddhist Studies students.
Mumbai's BMC has installed IoT devices on 547 dewatering pumps to monitor operations in real-time, improving transparency and efficiency during monsoon.
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RecommendedWestern Railway will conduct a major block on May 30/31, 2026, at Marine Lines station for launching Foot Over Bridge girders. Some suburban services will be cancelled or partially cancelled. Commuters advised to plan accordingly.