24-million-year-old Kevda fossil leaves discovered in Assam reveal ancient tropical forests of India |

pc: Study: Fossil leaves of Pandanaceae from India suggest Paleogene persistence of the family in South Asia For most people, Kevda is recognised by its unmistakable fragrance. Its flowers are distilled into the aromatic essence used in sweets, perfumes, religious offerings and traditional remedies across India. Yet the plant has quietly carried a far older…

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Dharmendra Pradhan says government ready for NEET debate, criticises Congress protest

Dharmendra Pradhan accuses Congress of politicising NEET issue, reiterates government’s commitment to parliamentary discussion and reforms NEW DELHI: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday criticised Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi and the Congress over their protest on the NEET issue, alleging that students were being used as political tools to create disruption during…

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Elon Musk ‘turned into a creature,’ says Olivia Wilde; recalls meeting him at SpaceX before admitting she now ‘deeply resents’ the billionaire’s transformation | English Movie News

Elon Musk ‘turned into a creature,’ says Olivia Wilde; recalls meeting him at SpaceX before admitting she now ‘deeply resents’ the billionaire’s transformation Actress and filmmaker Olivia Wilde has opened up about her changing opinion of Elon Musk, saying she now “deeply resents” the billionaire and never imagined he would become the person he is…

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Bengaluru couple’s 5 money rules go viral; their ‘spend on life, not image’ mantra strikes a chord |

Their practical financial habits are winning praise on social media. Money advice is everywhere these days, but the conversations getting the most attention are often the simplest ones. Instead of talking about expensive lifestyles or quick ways to build wealth, many people are sharing the everyday habits that help them manage their finances better. A…

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Vijay’s Jana Nayagan release: After almost 50 years, Tamil Nadu set to watch a sitting CM as silver-screen hero again | Chennai News

All theatres have reported strong booking responses till Sunday CHENNAI: Nearly five decades after Tamil Nadu audiences last watched a sitting chief minister lead a film, the state is set to witness the rare spectacle again on Thursday when chief minister C Joseph Vijay’s Jana Nayagan releases in more than 1,000 screens in the state….

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Improving liquidity helping robust growth in credit: RBI

RBI said that the domestic economy has navigated a “tumultuous phase” MUMBAI: Liquidity conditions have improved further, supporting robust credit growth even as India’s external sector remains steady with an improving outlook aided by foreign investment inflows, RBI said in its latest State of the Economy report, noting that the domestic economy has navigated a…

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