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PV Sindhu vs Ayush Shetty (Photos by PTI) NEW DELHI: At 21, Ayush Shetty has already added multiple feathers to his cap. He won a bronze medal in the boys’ singles event at the 2023 World Junior Championships. Earlier this year, he became the first Indian men’s singles shuttler to win a silver medal at the Asian Championships.The Karkala, Karnataka-born shuttler was denied the gold medal by Shi Yuqi. The 30-year-old Chinese world No. 1 secured a comfortable 21-8, 21-10 victory in the final in Ningbo, China.That defeat extended Shetty’s winless record against Yuqi to 0-3, with the other losses…

Georgia officials trap 866 invasive yellow-legged hornets, eradicate 44 nests this year State agriculture teams in Georgia have trapped at least 866 invasive yellow-legged hornets and destroyed 44 active nests so far this year, according to official data released by the Georgia Department of Agriculture.The figures, listed on the state’s public yellow-legged hornet eradication dashboard, show the latest progress in an intensive control campaign that began after the first live specimen of the bee-killing insect was confirmed in Georgia in 2023.The invasive pest, which is native to Southeast Asia, poses a major threat to natural pollinators, farm crops, and food…

It’s a beautiful piece of news for every Indian, living in India or in America. For generations of Indian-Americans living in the United States, Independence Day celebrations have been a way of staying connected to their roots. But in 2026, the celebrations received a major official recognition. Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu have declared August 15 as ‘India Day’, honouring India’s Independence Day. It is a symbolic announcement which reflects something much bigger for travellers: the deep cultural bond between India and one of America’s most historic states.A recognition beyond Independence DayGovernor Maura Healey’s proclamation recognises…

CSIR NET June 2026 answer key expected soon The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test (CSIR NET) June 2026 provisional answer key soon on the official website, csirnet.nta.nic.in.Once released, candidates who appeared for the examination will be able to download the provisional answer key, check their responses, estimate their probable scores and raise objections, if required, within the given deadline.The CSIR NET June 2026 examination was held on July 17 and July 18 for candidates seeking eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), Assistant Professorship and admission to Doctor…

Spider-Man and MJ tie the knot, Tom Holland and Zendaya get a South Indian happy ending in viral AI wedding video Tom Holland and Zendaya’s on-screen romance has found an unexpected new home, not in New York City or the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but at a lavish South Indian wedding.A viral AI-generated video has taken Instagram by storm by reimagining Peter Parker and MJ’s wedding as a traditional South Indian celebration. Complete with silk sarees, jasmine garlands, temple-inspired decor and a feast served on banana leaves, the clip gives Marvel fans the fairytale ending they have long wished for after…

Arshad Nadeem (AFP Photo) Pakistan’s Olympic javelin champion Arshad Nadeem has blamed the cold Glasgow weather for his disappointing performance at the Commonwealth Games. The defending champion finished ninth after failing to make the final three rounds, saying the low temperature made his body stiff and affected his usually smooth run-up.Nadeem managed 77.41 metres with his second throw after opening with a foul. His third attempt was 75.39m, leaving him outside the top eight.“The weather was extremely cold and I personally felt that it affected my body. As you have seen in many of my previous competitions, my run-up is…

Scientists have transformed a simple fragment of a cicada’s wing into an optical platform capable of detecting molecular signals By coating a cicada wing with an extremely thin layer of silver, researchers in Taiwan have created a highly sensitive optical sensor that can boost very weak molecular signals by tens of millions of times.The findings, published in the journal AIP Advances, show how natural structures found in living organisms can replace expensive manufacturing methods used to build high-precision chemical sensors.Lead author Chung-Hung Hong, working with Cheng-Wei Kuo and Hui-Hsin Hsiao from China Medical University and National Taiwan University, said the…

Conversations around money have moved beyond salaries. These days, people are just as interested in knowing how much it actually costs to live on their own. Monthly budget videos have become one of social media’s biggest trends because they offer a glimpse into everyday spending and the realities of city life. One such video is now drawing attention after a 21-year-old woman from Gurugram shared exactly where her money went in July, leaving many people comparing it with their own monthly expenses.Her July expenses, category by categoryInstagram user Chahat Yadav shared that her total expenditure for July was Rs 43,096.…

Entrepreneur and content creator Ankur Warikoo has sparked a conversation on resilience after sharing his response to a 35-year-old professional facing a career setback. Through practical advice on taking responsibility, learning consistently and focusing on small, actionable steps, Warikoo underscores that rebuilding a meaningful life begins with changing one’s mindset, not dwelling on past mistakes. What do we fear the most in life? Many would say failure. Others might answer losing someone or something precious. Ironically, failure is something every one of us encounters at some point in life.The child who once feared failing a Class 5 mathematics examination may…

The official teaser of ‘Dorothy’, directed by Karthik Subbaraj, has finally been unveiled, with actor Dhanush launching the much-awaited glimpse on social media. Starring Keerthy Suresh in the lead and featuring music by Ilaiyaraaja, the mystery drama has already earned global recognition after being selected for its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Dhanush’s heartfelt congratulatory message, combined with the teaser’s haunting visuals and emotional tone, has further amplified anticipation ahead of the film’s worldwide theatrical release on September 25, 2026.Dhanush’s warm message and an intriguing teaser raise expectationsUnveilng the teaser, Dhanush wrote on X, “Happy to…