history and political science

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A remarkable discovery in York, England, challenged historical assumptions about Roman Britain. Analysis of a noblewoman's tooth enamel revealed she originated from North Africa, not Britain. This finding proves the Roman Empire was a diverse and mobile civilization, with York being a cosmopolitan hub. Her story rewrites national history, highlighting ancient global connections.

As women voters across Western democracies increasingly align themselves with progressive and left-wing politics, India is witnessing a strikingly different trend — one that is helping strengthen the BJP’s rise across regions, classes and generations

Using it as a tool to improve concepts and break down complex chapters into easy explainers, they found in AI a mentor with limitless patience. The outcome? Many of them improved their scores

Using it as a tool to improve concepts and break down complex chapters into easy explainers, they found in AI a mentor with limitless patience. The outcome? Many of them improved their scores, writes Ayantika Pal

In 1938, German chemists Otto Hahn and Fritz Strassmann made a groundbreaking discovery. Their experiments with uranium revealed barium, an element much lighter than expected. This unexpected finding challenged existing scientific laws. It led to the understanding of nuclear fission, a process that releases immense energy. This pivotal moment ushered in the atomic age and forever changed science.

Students at Delhi University's South Campus hostel are protesting after a cockroach was found in chutney, days after a gutka wrapper appeared in a dosa. Allegations of unhygienic kitchen conditions, including insect infestation and use of rotten vegetables, have surfaced. One student reported falling ill after breakfast, and another claimed to have been threatened with eviction for complaining.

As part of the reshuffle, Vijay retained the Poverty Alleviation portfolio and reassigned the Women Welfare department, previously held by him, to newly inducted minister K Jegadeshwari. Congress leaders S Rajesh Kumar and P Viswanathan have been allotted the Tourism and Higher Education portfolios, respectively. Another TVK minister, Mohamed Farvas, has been allocated the Labour Welfare and Skill Development portfolio.

Kavery Nambisan is a surgeon and a novelist from Karnataka. She has won the Tata Excellence Award for her work in tea plantations in Tamil Nadu. She has written articles and essays on medical and literary issues. Her novels include ‘The Scent of Pepper’, ‘The Story That Must Not Be Told’ and ‘A Town Like Ours’. Her two non-fiction books are ‘A Luxury Called Health’ and ‘Cherry Red, Cherry Black’. Today she discusses her latest novel, ‘Rising Sons’.

The gulf between Trump’s actions and Gabbard’s worldview made the latter’s position untenable. Perhaps her fate was sealed last June when, less than two weeks before Operation Midnight Hammer, she posted a video in which she said “political elite warmongers are carelessly fomenting fear and tensions between nuclear powers”. The post appeared shortly before the US struck Iran’s nuclear sites in an operation almost borrowed from the plot of Top Gun: Maverick.

Fifty-two years ago, India detonated a nuclear device in Rajasthan's Thar desert, codenamed 'Smiling Buddha'. This event, coinciding with Buddha Purnima, marked India's entry into the nuclear club. Despite being officially termed a 'peaceful nuclear explosion', the test ignited debate and reshaped India's global standing, demonstrating scientific self-reliance and announcing strategic intent.

Rahul Gandhi has labeled Prime Minister Narendra Modi and home minister Amit Shah as traitors. He criticized the Prime Minister's gift of toffees to Italian counterpart Georgia Meloni as drama amid economic concerns. The Bharatiya Janata Party has strongly condemned Gandhi's statements, calling them regrettable and reflective of his divisive mindset.

Dr. Shrikant Jichkar, hailed as India's most qualified person, achieved an unparalleled academic breadth, earning multiple degrees across diverse fields. Beyond his scholarly pursuits, he excelled in public service, becoming a youngest MLA and a minister. His legacy, marked by a vast personal library and a commitment to education, continues to inspire.

In an astounding feat, Bhavya Ranjan from Ranchi has clinched the top spot nationally in the CBSE Class XII humanities stream with an impressive score of 499 out of 500. A student at Oxford Public School, she has her sights set on a future in civil services.