Human Interest

Israel’s Operation Rising Lion, launched on June 13, killed at least 14 Iranian nuclear scientists, aiming to disrupt Iran’s nuclear programme. The open targeting, coupled with military strikes, marks a rare, aggressive escalation in counter-proliferation strategy

Filip Vezdin, a Croatian missionary and scholar, pioneered Sanskrit studies in Europe. His printed grammar, cultural analyses, and comparative linguistics laid early foundations for Indology. Despite his influence, his legacy remains underrecognized in the history of Indian and linguistic studies

Fifty years after its release, Jaws remains a cinematic landmark that reshaped Hollywood. Steven Spielberg’s 1975 thriller not only pioneered the summer blockbuster model but also stood out as a masterpiece of suspense and storytelling

An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Leh (6E2006) returned to Delhi after being airborne for over two hours on Thursday due to a technical issue. The A320 aircraft could not land in Leh due to operational restrictions

With rising unnatural deaths and increasingly complex crimes, a systemic overhaul, including modernised morgues, standardised autopsy practices, and policy support, is needed in India’s forensic medicine system

A new study reveals that sharks, despite their vast range in size and shape, follow the centuries-old two-thirds scaling law, which governs how surface area increases relative to volume

There may be no poetry in the pits but poetry can bring up what lies below: fear, greed, devastation

Natanz’s centrifuges and Fordow’s hardened underground facility are central to Iran’s uranium enrichment efforts. With uranium levels now enriched up to 60%—dangerously close to weapons-grade—and IAEA inspectors unable to access the sites post-strike, Iran’s stockpile is now effectively unmonitored

Cognitive shuffling is a sleep technique involving random visualisations of words to mimic dream-like thinking. Backed by early research, it helps distract the mind from racing thoughts and may ease the transition to sleep. Experts say it’s worth trying.

Deep-learning analysis uncovers widening DALY inequalities and highlights early-diagnosis, anti-smoking, and precision-health solutions

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has appointed Blaise Metreweli as the next chief of MI6, marking the first time a woman will lead the UK’s foreign intelligence agency in its 116-year history

India was among the 19 nations that abstained, while 12 nations voted against the resolution, which got 149 votes in favour. Among the nations abstaining were Albania, Cameroon, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Malawi, Panama, South Sudan and Togo

The 12-year-old Boeing 787-8 aircraft had departed from Ahmedabad at 1.38 pm, carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew

The findings come as UNHRC released its Global Trends Report, which said the number of people driven abroad or displaced in their home countries by war, violence and persecution as of April rose to 122.1 million, up from 120 million a year earlier

AI chatbots may be a useful place to start when you're having a bad day and just need a chat. But when the bad days continue to happen, it's time to talk to a professional as well

While some critics have raised concerns about potential privatisation, both parties clarified that ownership and control remain public. The initiative aims to upskill zoo workers, improve animal welfare standards, and transform the zoo into a leading center for conservation and public engagement in India

Temperatures expected to soar to 45°C as authorities urge residents to stay indoors and take precautions against extreme summer heat

Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet forms a high-level documenting committee to build a case for the ICJ, while Thai leadership favors resolving the issue through direct dialogue

Dolphins are known for their impressive jumps and acrobatic displays, which may look like fun but also serve important purposes

Allegations emerge of a covert campaign under the Yunus regime aimed at silencing pro-liberation voices with urgent calls for independent investigations and accountability

Children are routinely given the measles-mumps- rubella (MMR) vaccine at 12 months and the measles-mumps-rubella-varicella (MMRV, with “varicella” being chickenpox) vaccine at 18 months. Babies at higher risk of catching the disease can also be given an additional early dose

As we mark World Food Safety Day (June 7) and World Oceans Day (June 8), it’s time to see the bigger picture: the land that grows our food and the oceans that feed billions are both under threat. And that threat affects every bite we take

There is sufficient evidence that household mould is associated with respiratory issues attributable to their allergic effects. However, there is no strong evidence mycotoxins from household mould – and in particular black mould – are associated with substantial health issues

Earlier, Harvard had filed a legal challenge asking for the federal judge to block Trump's order, calling it illegal retaliation for Harvard's rejection of White House demands