Calangute: More than 800 residents of Calangute and Arpora have submitted a complaint to the chief town planner opposing the proposed conversion of 65,310sqm of land on Baga hill into settlement zone under Section 39A of the TCP Act. The land is classified as no-development slope, orchard, private forest, or natural cover in Regional Plan…
There is a particular kind of optimism that feels productive but isn’t. It announces targets, celebrates milestones, and mistakes momentum for progress. India’s electric vehicle story, at least so far, has been a little too comfortable with that kind of optimism. AI image A report released this week by the Institute for Energy Economics and…
Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, affects an estimated 10-13% of women of reproductive age, according to the World Health Organization. Many remain undiagnosed. Beyond irregular periods and acne, a deeper issue often drives symptoms: chronic low-grade inflammation and insulin resistance.Inflammation may not feel dramatic. It builds quietly. Over time, it can disturb ovulation, increase androgen…
Horoscope Today: Read daily horoscope predictions for February 26, 2026. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Our astrologer has analyzed the movements of the planets and the alignment of the stars to bring you the most accurate and up-to-date horoscope predictions for the…
India’s coach Gautam Gambhir, left, Jasprit Bumrah during a practice session ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 cricket match between India and Zimbabwe, at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Zimbabwe all-rounder Ryan Burl said his team is aware of the task ahead against India but believes the pressure of a must-win…
Students navigating college preparation pathways as Texas education policies push higher readiness benchmarks amid growing debate over real-world outcomes. Texas has built an education accountability system where a single word, readiness, can shape a school’s reputation and resources. Campuses are graded not just on test scores but on how effectively they prepare students for life…
US Representative Tony Gonzales, a Republican from Texas, has said he will not resign despite increasing pressure from fellow lawmakers over allegations that he had an inappropriate relationship with a former staffer, Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who later died by suicide.The row centres on text messages which appear to show Gonzales engaging in sexually explicit exchanges…
Patna University has long been a cradle of political leadership, nurturing figures such as Lalu Prasad and Nitish Kumar who first rose to prominence through student union politics. Patna: Right since the first elections to its newly constituted students’ union in 1959, Patna University (PU), the seventh oldest university of the country, has been serving…
When Jayant Chaurasia began his studies at Nova School of Business and Economics in Portugal, his view of sustainability was narrow. “These past few years have completely changed the way I perceive and understand sustainability. I always used to think it was just about environmental protection or reducing waste.” “Now, when I sit back and…
The 30-30-30 rule has gained attention: consume 30 grams of protein in the first 30 minutes after waking, then perform 30 minutes of low-intensity cardio. While this can enhance satiety, protect muscle, and encourage daily movement, it doesn’t override the basic principle that weight loss requires a consistent calorie deficit. Scroll through any fitness feed…