Britain extracted 25 million years of life and labour through slavery in Barbados: Report A report presented in Barbados states that the British colonial practices drained nearly 25 million years of life and forced work from enslaved Africans. Value lost through such extraction may reach £1.6 trillion, as researchers seek to quantify historical harm. The…
Jared Isaacman (Image/AP) Nasa Administrator Jared Isaacman has reiterated his support for restoring Pluto’s status as a planet.Speaking during a US Senate hearing on Tuesday, Isaacman voiced strong support for reconsidering Pluto’s classification.“Senator, I am very much in the camp of ‘make Pluto a planet again,’” Isaacman said while responding to a question from Senator…
NEW DELHI: The Election Commission has introduced a quick response (QR) code-based verification system to regulate the access of persons to the counting halls on May 4, the day of the election results.“To eliminate the possibility of any unauthorised persons from entering counting centres, the Election Commission of India has introduced a QR code–based photo…
‘Aashiqui’ actor Rahul Roy has been in the news for his viral reels which left the internet in shock. While some trolled the actor for his collaboration with a content creator, many also understood his circumstances and came out in his support. After a reel of him went viral, Roy clarified that he has some…
New Delhi: Govt on Thursday replaced National Building Code (NBC) with National Building Construction Standards (NBCS) by withdrawing the earlier code. The new standards will serve more as guidelines, with this being done following directives from Deregulation Cell under Cabinet Secretariat.TOI has learnt that one of the main reasons for replacing NBC with NBCS was…
Mangaluru: Far from the glossy, high-priced summer camps, an unique initiative in Uttara Kannada district is shaping young minds without charging hefty fees or relying on modern gadgets. In the forested stretches of Devarakallali near Manchikere in Yellapura of Uttara Kannada district, children, mostly from the Siddi tribe, are rediscovering art, culture and nature through…
Mother convicted of baby’s murder after blaming another child In Glasgow, a judge found a woman guilty of killing her infant in a case that unfolded in Greenock, Inverclyde, on July 14, 2023, where evidence showed that the child suffered severe head injuries inside the family flat. The trial revealed that Nicole Blain inflicted fatal…
Buddha Purnima 2026, falling on Friday, May 1st, offers a much-needed pause from our hectic lives. This sacred day commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Gautam Buddha. The article provides 55 thoughtful wishes, messages, and quotes to share, encouraging peace, kindness, and mindful reflection during the long weekend. When was the last time you…
NEW DELHI: The Bharatiya Janata party on Thursday hit out at the All India Trinamool Comgress (TMC), dismissing the latter allegations on postal ballot box tampering. On the accusations that the BJP “in active collusion” with the Election Commission “is opening ballot boxes without the presence of any relevant party stakeholders”, BJP leader Tapas Roy…
Seth Rogen has been a prominent name in the entertainment industry for decades, carving out a multi-million-dollar identity for himself. Known for his comedic timing, versatile performances and distinct persona, the actor has been part of several major projects over the years. Here’s a look at his thought-provoking quote for the day, reflecting on the…
