Germany-headquartered Festo has inaugurated a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, entailing investments to the tune of ₹500 crore. The plant will initially generate more than 1,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities. There are plans to scale operations and workforce in the coming years. The new plant will focus on the production of advanced … Read more
Annabel Rackham and Steven McIntosh Culture reporters BBC Ranganathan said he used running, reading and breathing exercises to help centre himself when feeling down Romesh Ranganathan has said he is in “one of the best places I’ve ever been in my life”, after years of struggling with his mental health. Speaking to BBC Radio 4’s … Read more
The site of the US Open will undergo an 800 million dollars transformation, the USTA said on Monday, with a “top-to-bottom” modernisation of the famed Arthur Ashe Stadium and a new player performance centre planned for the sprawling Queens campus. Work at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Centre will be completed by the 2027 … Read more
The KAVA Eco Camp and Caravan Park, Kerala’s first fully integrated hybrid caravan park at Manthuruthy, Malampuzha, near Palakkad. | Photo Credit: K.K. Mustafah In a significant boost to Kerala Tourism’s caravan project, the KAVA Eco Camp and Caravan Park, the State’s first fully integrated hybrid caravan park, was inaugurated by Tourism Minister P.A. … Read more
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has opened registrations for its highly anticipated Civil Service Examination 2024. This recruitment drive would fill a total of 265 positions across various state departments, with the application window closing on February 10, 2025. To be eligible, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, ensuring they … Read more
The blue spot at the centre of the red ring is an isolated neutron star in the Small Magellanic Cloud. Neutron stars are formed after heavy stars go supernova, in the process emitting gamma rays alongside radiation at other energies. | Photo Credit: ESA and NASA The Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) telescope is a … Read more
Getty Images A mother whose premature baby died after receiving contaminated feed at a hospital has told an inquest it was “the worst experience” a parent could have. Ghanda Al-Kharboush’s nine-day-old son, Yousef, died in June 2014 at London’s St Thomas’ Hospital after developing blood poisoning or sepsis. An inquest on Monday also shared details … Read more
Model and singer Justin Bieber’s wife, Hailey Bieber, is always in the news, whether it is regarding her fashion or her personal life. Hailey recently revealed why she decided to not keep her pregnancy hidden. She also spoke about the constant scrutiny that her marriage faces. Speaking to W magazine, Hailey said she chose to … Read more
Apple has opened a brand-new office in the heart of Bengaluru, and it’s making waves for all the right reasons. The 15-story building, located near famous spots like the parliament and cricket stadium, is more than just a workplace – it’s a space designed for creativity, well-being, and innovation. Situated close to public transport at … Read more
This image provided by Maxar Technologies shows overview of Rafah border crossing, between Egypt and the Gaza Strip on November 1, 2023. | Photo Credit: AP Israel-Hamas war | Gaza crossing opens for foreigners and wounded After more than three weeks of siege, the first Palestinians — dozens of dual passport holders and seriously injured … Read more