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Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak
January 30, 2025 14:14 IST

The promise of fusion energy is alluring. If, and when, it comes through, other sources of alternative clean energy, like solar or wind, to tackle the climate crisis could even be redundant. This is why a recent breakthrough has grabbed attention.

‘Chhava’ controversy: Why some have objected to film on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj
January 28, 2025 12:50 IST

Chhatrapati Sambhajiraje, a descendant of the Maratha king, questioned the cinematic liberty taken by the filmmakers in one scene of the upcoming film.

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, ADHD, United Kingdom, ADHD shorter life expectancy, shorter life expectancy, Indian express explained, explained news, current affairs
January 25, 2025 11:28 IST

The study, ‘Life expectancy and years of life lost for adults with diagnosed ADHD in the UK’, was published in the British Journal of Psychiatry on Thursday. It was carried out by a team of eight UK-based researchers.

Bombay High Court, public address systems, loudspeakers essential religious practice, loudspeakers essential to religion, Indian express explained, explained news, current affairs
January 25, 2025 11:30 IST

The HC was hearing a writ petition filed by two residents’ associations in Mumbai’s suburban Nehru Nagar, Kurla (East) and Chunabhatti areas against the use of loudspeakers by mosques and madrasas beyond permissible decibel limits and during prohibited hours.

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January 25, 2025 19:18 IST

Situation in the Middle East has changed significantly since the last time Donald Trump was in the White House. The drivers of the Arab-Iranian relationship are different, and there is now scope for engagement between Tehran and Washington. But there are many moving parts in the region’s complex geopolitics

Tigers, Tigers as gifts, World Wildlife Fund, KP Sharma Oli, Nepal tigers, shikar diplomacy, Indian express explained, explained news, current affairs
May 22, 2025 15:40 IST

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) in 2022 found that Nepal was home to 355 tigers, up from just 120 in 2009 — a staggering 296% increase in just over a decade.

Why Neutral Expert’s decision on Indus Waters Treaty is a win for India
January 23, 2025 11:13 IST

The IWT was signed by India and Pakistan on September 19, 1960 to determine the distribution of the waters of the Indus and its tributaries.

trump
January 23, 2025 09:38 IST

Trump's slogan has become synonymous with with his plan to boost fossil fuel production and reverse climate policies and regulations

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January 22, 2025 12:00 IST

During his inauguration speech, Trump promised to reverse some of the climate-friendly energy policies of the last few years, and reiterated his commitment to extracting more oil and gas to meet America’s energy requirements.

RG Kar rape case verdict
January 21, 2025 19:20 IST

The understanding of mitigating and aggravating circumstances has evolved over the years, and new factors have been added to the list through several decisions.

french fries export, pototo, express economics, indian express
January 23, 2025 04:08 IST

India has emerged as a major exporter of French Fries, which owes much to companies procuring potato directly from growers and deepening farmer engagement.

Kuka martyrs’ day, Bhagwant Mann, Bhagwant Singh Mann, Namdhari Shaheed Smarak, Namdharis, Namdharis in Punjab, Indian express news, current affairs
January 18, 2025 00:28 IST

Who are the Namdharis? Why were 66 Namdharis executed by the British in 1872? What is the sect’s status today?

Scott Bessent, Donald Trump cabinet, Russian oil, donald trump, dollar vs rupee, Indian rupee US dollar, Rupee against dollar, Rupee vs dollar, Rupee internationalisation, editorial, Indian express, opinion news, current affairs
January 18, 2025 18:26 IST

Bessent’s statements at the hearing, during which he spoke on a range of issues, constituted a comprehensive presentation of the incoming administration’s plans for the US economy.

A woman in a white tshirt holds a yellow centimeter tape in her hands; Obesity, Lancet definition
January 21, 2025 06:31 IST

This comes after years of research, and the piling up of a significant body of evidence suggesting that BMI alone is an inadequate measure for diagnosing, and treating people for obesity.

150 years of IMD: What the weather agency has planned for the future
January 17, 2025 13:37 IST

The IMD’s overall forecast accuracy has improved by 40% over the last decade, thanks to an overall strengthening of its meteorological observation network across land, sea, and space.

ISRO space docking SpadeX
January 17, 2025 13:38 IST

ISRO Docking SpaDeX Mission Explained: The successful docking makes India the fourth country in the world — after the United States, Russia, and China — to have this capability. But there is much more to this achievement than merely entering a truly elite club. On this success rests ISRO’s vision for the future of Indian space exploration.

How and why are plants grown in space: Takeaways from ISRO’s success
January 17, 2025 13:30 IST

As humans venture out on lengthy space missions to colonise celestial bodies like Mars and the Moon, space-grown plants can provide a sustainable food source.

Navy
January 16, 2025 18:32 IST

For the first time, a destroyer, a frigate, and a submarine have joined the Indian Navy together. What are these versatile, indigenous platforms, their strengths, and significance of these additions to the Navy?

Behind MHA move on Pannun case: Clean slate with Trump Govt, show of due process
January 17, 2025 16:46 IST

The government has not taken any names, but the US had earlier alleged the involvement of Vikash Yadav, a former Indian official, in a foiled plot to kill Khalistan separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in New York in 2023.

Bangladesh Tulip Siddiq
January 16, 2025 02:33 IST

Siddiq resigned as the Economic Secretary to the Treasury and City Minister amidst growing pressure over an anti-corruption investigation in Bangladesh

sanctions on Russia
January 16, 2025 02:32 IST

The latest sanctions package would certainly have an impact on India’s oil imports, given Russia is currently the biggest crude oil source market for India. How it would really pan out would be contingent upon various variables. We explain.

What draft rules on VC appointments say, why states are upset
January 14, 2025 13:31 IST

The Chancellor – or Visitor in a central university – appoints the VC from among the recommended names.

tiger population, Tiger population in India, tigers, Tigers in India, wildlife, wildlife conservation, Wildlife Protection, Odisha, Odisha tiger, Indian express explained, explained news, current affairs
January 11, 2025 11:36 IST

Dispersal is natural for the tiger, a solitary territorial animal that must eke out its own space with exclusive hunting and reproductive rights.

drinking coffee, coffee time, Coffee, cup of coffee, coffee consumption, Indian express explained, explained news, current affairs
January 11, 2025 11:39 IST

Pre-lunch coffee-drinkers enjoy lower risk of dying, a new study found. But this benefit vanishes among those who consume the stimulating beverage all day long

Soapstone mine
January 9, 2025 12:08 IST

The Uttarakhand High Court-appointed commissioners on January 6 submitted a report on unregulated mining operations in the district in Kumaon

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