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Saving the sparrows: Conservationists set up over 850 artificial nests for sparrows; 70% of them are already occupied | Ranchi News

In the picturesque village of Ramgarh, a duo, Pannalal Mahto and Om Prakash, have ignited a powerful movement for sparrow preservation. Through their innovative use of recycled materials, they’ve constructed over 850 artificial nests spanning four villages. Ranchi: At a time when sparrows are increasingly dwindling in numbers owing to rapid urbanisation, Pannalal Mahto from…

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Who will fill Andre Russell’s void? KKR head coach Abhishek Nayar reveals | Cricket News

Earlier, Andre Russell announced his retirement from the IPL ahead of the 2026 auction after being released by Kolkata Knight Riders, ending a 12-season playing career with the franchise. Addressing his absence in the finishing role, KKR head coach Abhishek Nayar backed Indian players to step up and fill the void left by the West…

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Trump administration moves student loan oversight from Education Department to Treasury

The United States (US) Department of Education will transfer part of its student loan portfolio to the US Department of the Treasury, marking an initial step towards moving the entire portfolio out of the education agency, according to an agreement announced on Thursday.Under the deal, the Treasury Department will take over management of student loans…

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‘It’s not a game’: Parents say social media ‘blackout challenge’ led to 9-year-old daughter’s death — what is it?

A dangerous social media challenge took the life of a nine-year-old daughter, the family claimed, and warned against using such a dare. JackLynn Blackwell died in her family’s backyard a month ago after she was found with a cord wrapped around her neck, her parents, Curtis and Wendi Blackwell, said.“It was just the three of…

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How AI is redefining education

Have you noticed how quickly the way we learn has changed? Once upon a time, to learn anything we had to go to schools and colleges. Six years ago, when the pandemic struck, it all changed, and how dramatically. Education from primary to university levels shifted to homes, with online learning. Unimaginable once! Now we…

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Middle East flights on watch: How avoiding major airspaces in West Asia may impact travellers |

India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has issued an advisory directing airlines to avoid nine airspaces in West Asia amid escalating situations, and strengthen contingency planning as part of enhanced safety risk assessments.The advisory, issued on March 19, is in line with the heightened geopolitical instability, involving the United States, Israel,…

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IPL 2026: KKR dealt Pathirana blow, availability timeline revealed | Cricket News

Matheesha Pathirana (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) Matheesha Pathirana is set to miss the opening phase of IPL 2026, with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) head coach Abhishek Nayar confirming in pre-season press conference held on friday that the pacer is likely to be available only from mid-April. Pathirana, who was ruled out of the 2026 T20 World…

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Former foes in the US join forces: Moms for Liberty, teachers unions align to curb classroom screen time

An unusual collaboration is taking shape in US education, with Moms for Liberty and teachers unions backing efforts to reduce students’ reliance on digital devices. The push, driven by concerns over learning, behaviour, and online exposure, has sparked bipartisan support, even as longstanding ideological divisions remain. Moms for Liberty, a conservative activist group known for…

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