Human Interest

Thirty years after Dolly the sheep became the first cloned mammal, cloning has evolved from a sci-fi idea into a biotechnology tool. Scientists now use cloning for disease research, conservation and agriculture, while challenges remain in efficiency, ethics, extinct species revival and human cloning

The makers of Yash-starrer Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups released the first song, Tabaahi, featuring Yash and Kiara Advani. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the action film's music video introduces its grand cinematic world ahead of its August 26 release

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto visited the UNESCO-listed Prambanan Temple in Yogyakarta, inaugurating an India-supported restoration project. The initiative highlights shared cultural heritage and strengthens bilateral ties during Modi's three-nation diplomatic tour of Southeast Asia and Oceania

Narendra Modi received Indonesia's highest honour, the Bintang Adipurna, from Prabowo Subianto during his Jakarta visit. The leaders also held talks to strengthen the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership across key sectors

An exploration of popcorn's journey from an ancient snack to the world's favourite cinema treat traces its rise alongside the film industry. The article also highlights regional movie snacks, including choc tops in Australasia and roasted ants in Colombia

Prince Harry returns to Britain for charity events amid uncertainty over whether Meghan Markle and their children will join him. Security concerns, a court ruling, and strained royal relations have intensified speculation over a possible family reunion with King Charles III

Penélope Cruz said she is still learning about her relationship with husband Javier Bardem despite more than 15 years of marriage. Promoting her new film, she reflected on love, personal growth and the couple's enduring bond

India has generated 26.35 crore verified APAAR IDs under the 'One Nation, One Student ID' initiative, creating a unified digital academic identity. The platform streamlines record-keeping, enables credit transfers, and supports lifelong, flexible learning aligned with the National Education Policy 2020

Padma Vibhushan awardee and legendary Pandwani singer Teejan Bai died at AIIMS Raipur after a prolonged illness. The 70-year-old folk icon, celebrated for taking Chhattisgarh's traditional Mahabharata-based art form to global audiences, was mourned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Long before social media campaigns and environmental documentaries, India’s postage stamps carried messages of conservation, biodiversity and sustainable living across the world 

Actress Sameera Reddy introduced her new adopted Indie dog, Maya, from a Goa shelter, sharing an emotional family moment on social media. The actress, now based in Goa, highlighted adoption awareness while celebrating love, gratitude and a fresh beginning with her pet

Japanese media highlighted the successful 16th India-Japan Annual Summit, where Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Sanae Takaichi agreed to deepen cooperation on security, supply chains, critical minerals, maritime ties, and defence technology, reinforcing their strategic partnership in the Indo-Pacific

Astronomers have identified TOI-2155b, a rare celestial object about 80.6 times Jupiter’s mass, lying on the boundary between a brown dwarf and a star. Its study could improve understanding of how stars ignite and where the stellar mass threshold begins

With moderate to heavy rainfall forecast in Hyderabad, Cyberabad Police has urged companies and educational institutions to allow staggered early logouts from 3:30 pm. The advisory aims to reduce congestion, improve safety and ensure smooth emergency response during adverse weather conditions.

Jairam Ramesh recalled that a newspaper report seen by Indira Gandhi during a 1976 flight to Udaipur sparked conservation efforts for the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard, leading to protection initiatives and the creation of key wildlife habitats

Are we resisting the lessons of history and still not ready to pause, reflect and act against the mounting crises and threats?

Apple may increase prices on some products as rising memory and storage chip costs, driven by strong AI data centre demand, squeeze margins. CEO Tim Cook said the company can no longer absorb all component cost increases, though no timeline was announced

Elon Musk-backed X suffered another service disruption on Wednesday morning, with users reporting app, feed, and website issues. The outage follows a similar disruption a day earlier and adds to a series of global outages affecting X and other major social media platforms

A 25-year-old restaurant worker from Uttarakhand was killed and partially eaten by a lion near Kovaya village in Amreli. Forest officials suspect a pride of four lions and have launched efforts to capture them, raising concerns over human-wildlife conflict

The first batch of 44 Kailash Mansarovar Yatra pilgrims arrived in Gangtok for the Nathu La Pass route. After a four-day acclimatisation programme in Sikkim, the group will proceed to Gyangze in Tibet on June 20 for onward pilgrimage

Renewed interest in UFOs and extraterrestrial life has followed recent UAP disclosures and the film Disclosure Day. Scientists argue aliens may exist elsewhere in the universe, but immense distances, energy requirements, and biological challenges make regular visits to Earth highly improbable

Children often learn conflict-resolution and bullying behaviours by observing adults, researchers say. Exposure to threats, manipulation or aggression at home can increase bullying tendencies, while modelling kindness, respect, teamwork and positive communication helps children develop healthier relationships and resist bullying

The reopening of the Rafah Crossing has enabled preparations for medical evacuations from Gaza, while humanitarian aid deliveries resumed through Kerem Shalom. The UN expressed concern over violence, restrictions on medical services and continued civilian casualties in Gaza and the West Bank

The fourth season of the Hyderabad Bird Atlas will begin on July 4, with over 300 volunteers expected to participate. Organisers aim to document additional bird species beyond the 242 already recorded, while expanding survey coverage in eastern and northern Hyderabad