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The drought-resistant sorghum and millet germplasm from Hyderabad is ready to improve agriculture in Indonesia’s drylands HYDERABAD: Sorghum and millet germpalsm (seed varieties) from Hyderabad may soon find their way into the drylands of Indonesia.A high-level Indonesian delegation currently in Hyderabad told TOI that it plans to collaborate with leading institutions, including the International Crops…
OPEC+ has decided to raise its oil production targets once again, agreeing to increase output quotas by 188,000 barrels per day (bpd) from August as the group continues to unwind earlier production cuts.The decision, taken during an online meeting, comes after similar quota increases for June and July. Between April and July, the seven core…
WI vs SL 2nd Test Day 3 Live: Sri Lanka will head into Day 3 of the second Test against the West Indies firmly in control after piling up a mammoth 549/9 declared in their first innings at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. The visitors reduced the hosts to 58/1 by stumps on Day 2,…
An underwater volcano erupting quietly beneath the Bismarck Sea, just north of Papua New Guinea, could soon push a brand new island above the waves. Satellites first picked up signs of trouble on May 8, 2026, when seismometers recorded a small swarm of earthquakes beneath the ocean floor, and within days, NASA’s Aqua and Terra…
58 engineering colleges shut across India in 2025-26, over 950 courses discontinued: AICTE The number of engineering colleges shutting down in India continues to grow, with 58 engineering and technical institutions closing during the 2025-26 academic year. The closures span several states, led by Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra, and reflect a pattern that the regulator…
Aamir Khan tied the knot with Gauri Spratt on Sunday, and that has once again brought back an old joke made by Salman Khan about his fellow superstar’s personal life. Known for his quick wit, Salman had once humorously linked Aamir’s reputation as a perfectionist to his marriages, leaving audiences in splits.During an appearance on…
If your idea of a perfect weekend includes long walks, hiking trails, or hours at the park, some dog breeds will happily keep up – and then ask for more. These energetic companions aren’t the type to nap all day. They love having something to do, whether it’s chasing a ball, learning a new trick,…
HYDERABAD: A 37-year-old woman was stabbed to death by her husband following a domestic dispute at their residence in Chilkanagar on Friday evening. Police said the accused had allegedly been suspecting his wife’s fidelity for the past few years.According to Uppal sub-inspector Ch Vinay, the deceased was identified as Papithotti Jessica, 37, a nurse. According…
Kalashtami is the day dedicated to honor Lord Kaal Bhairav. The most significant day in Hindu religion. The day holds an immense religious and spiritual importance. Lord Kaal Bhairav is the fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva. The day is considered highly auspicious in Sanatan Dharma. Kalashtami is observed on Ashtami tithi of Krishna Paksha. This…
Seen from above, they resemble giant doughnuts carved into the landscape. From ground level, they look more like medieval fortresses than family homes. Their towering earthen walls, narrow entranceways and vast wooden interiors seem designed for defence rather than domestic life. Yet behind these imposing façades lies one of China’s most remarkable examples of communal…
