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From farmer’s son to IAS officer: Meet Prathap Murugan, whose groundwater revival mission with 1,200 abandoned borewells won R Madhavan’s praise R Madhavan’s latest Instagram post isn’t about films or celebrity life. Instead, the actor shared the remarkable story of IAS officer Prathap Murugan, whose innovative approach to water conservation has reportedly helped increase groundwater levels and bring relief to farmers in Tamil Nadu.The story, reported by The Better India, tells how Murugan converted more than 1,200 abandoned borewells into rainwater harvesting units, helping replenish groundwater across parts of Tiruvallur district.An idea rooted in personal experiencePrathap Murugan was born into…

New York City under flood watch. New York City and surrounding parts of the Northeast are bracing for heavy rain and possible life-threatening flash flooding, with authorities warning of hazardous travel, flooded roads and major disruptions through Wednesday morning.According to the New York Post, the National Weather Service has placed New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley, much of Connecticut, northern New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania under a Flood Watch as slow-moving thunderstorms move across the region.Forecasters say many areas could receive 2 to 5 inches of rain, while isolated downpours may dump 2 to 3 inches in a…

You know that feeling when you’re looking for your phone while it’s already in your hand? Or when you open the fridge, forget why you walked there, and somehow end up checking your email instead? It’s not always because you’re forgetful. Sometimes, your mind is simply carrying too much at once.These days, our attention is pulled in every direction. A work notification pops up while you’re replying to a friend’s message. You remember a bill that needs to be paid in the middle of dinner. Before you’ve finished one thought, another has already taken its place. The result isn’t just…

New Delhi, July 21 (IANS) India’s first privately developed orbital rocket Vikram‑1 reaching orbit marks a structural shift in India’s space sector from a state monopoly to a “multi-actor space ecosystem”, a new report has said. On July 18, 2026, Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 lifted off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, and placed its payloads into a nearly 450-km orbit about 15-17 minutes after liftoff. The mission, called Aagaman (Sanskrit for “arrival”), was the maiden flight of Vikram-1, India’s first privately developed orbital-class launch vehicle. With this launch, India became the third country in the world, after the United…

Roberto Mancini (AP Photo) Roberto Mancini has been handed the daunting task of rebuilding Italy once again, with the former European Championship-winning coach returning to the Azzurri dugout as the four-time world champions look to end their alarming World Cup drought.Italian Football Federation (FIGC) president Giovanni Malagò confirmed Mancini’s appointment as Italy’s new head coach on Tuesday, while former Italy midfielder Claudio Ranieri has been named the federation’s new technical director.The decision comes after a turbulent period for Italian football, with the national team failing to qualify for the last three FIFA World Cups. The crisis deepened after former coach…

The highly anticipated Ramayana: Part 1 trailer will premiere worldwide on July 30. This auspicious trailer launch is scheduled for Thursday at 4:15 AM IST. Fans expressed immense excitement across social media platforms following the official announcement. The film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, features a star-studded ensemble cast. Ramayana: Part 1 is slated for a Diwali 2026 theatrical release. The wait for the ‘Ramayana: Part 1’ trailer is finally set to end. After postponing the much-awaited launch earlier this month, the makers have officially announced a fresh release date. Producer Namit Malhotra confirmed that the trailer will now be unveiled…

Redditor says a decent job in Canada is not enough. An Indian Redditor who claimed to have been working in one of the Big 4 companies in Canada after graduating from a university there said the possibility of permanent residency in Canada looks grim. A decent job is not enough to live comfortably as the costs are really high. “The only thing keeping me in Canada is the amount my parents spent on my university fees, they didn’t take any debt but it was a big amount, and I feel if I come back now it would be a waste.…

DIY water drip system for your mini garden: Turn plastic bottles and thread into a simple self-watering setup Anyone who’s come back from a weekend away to find their balcony plants wilted knows the problem this solves. A self-watering bottle system, built entirely from things most households already have lying around, has been quietly used by gardeners for years as a low-tech way to keep soil consistently moist without electricity, pumps, or daily attention. Cotton wicks for this exact purpose were traditionally used in India long before it became a popular DIY trend elsewhere, which makes it a fitting project…

NCP-SP leaders meet Mumbai police commissioner over student FIRs, alleged police harassment MUMBAI: NCP-SP leader Rohit Pawar, Fahad Ahmad and representatives of several student organisations met Mumbai Police Commissioner on Tuesday afternoon to raise concerns over alleged harassment of students following FIRs registered during recent student protests.The delegation sought clarity on the action being taken against students named in the cases. Representatives said police officials assured them that further proceedings against students would be handled cautiously and that no harsh action would be initiated.Police discuss notices and student responsesAamir Kazi of the All India Students’ Federation (AISF), who was part…

Subhadeep Ghosh to be India’s new fielding coach; Ten Doeschate quits, Dilip’s contract not extended (Images: Agencies) MUMBAI: Ryan ten Doeschate has stepped down as India’s men’s assistant coach, bringing an end to his two-year stint with the national team, while Subhadeep Ghosh will be India’s new fielding coach after T Dilip’s contract came to an end and was not renewed, TOI has learnt.Ten Doeschate and Dilip’s final assignment was India’s white-ball tour of England. Both will, thus, not travel with Team India for their two-Test tour of Sri Lanka in August, while it will be the first international assignment…