In 1983, Britain reintroduced a butterfly declared extinct just four years earlier; the large blue has since surged 1,866% and now survives at 33 sites

A butterfly once declared extinct in Britain is now at the centre of one of the country’s most striking conservation success stories. The large blue, which disappeared from Britain in 1979, has been successfully reintroduced and now occurs at 33 sites in south-west England. New figures from the UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme show its recorded…

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Kunal Kemmu and Preity Zinta starrer ‘VIBE’ bags ‘A’ certificate from CBFC with muting of one profanity, retains all action scenes but asks to add anti-drug disclaimer ahead of September 18 release |

VIBE censor certification (Image Credits IMDb) Kunal Kemmu and Preity G Zinta’s upcoming action comedy ‘VIBE’ has received an ‘A’ certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) ahead of its theatrical release on September 18. According to a recent report, the Examining Committee has not ordered any visual cuts in the film. The…

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“Maybe Indians don’t deserve facilities like Vande Bharat Trains”: Passengers leave bottles, food packets behind despite onboard cleaning

Vande Bharat trains have been attracting positive reviews since their launch in 2019. Being a modern and luxury train, these feature comfortable seating, onboard meals, newspapers, and housekeeping staff. Some people also describe the cleanliness of these trains better than most of the hotels. While the government is doing their bit to provide better train…

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Death Tarot Card Meets the Scorpio Moon on September 16: What Are You Ready to Leave Behind?

September sixteenth calls for deep emotional reflection and essential closures. The Death card symbolizes transformation, urging us to embrace release. With the Scorpio Moon shedding light on suppressed emotions, it’s a time for clear communication. Both personal and professional relationships might need adjustments as we accept necessary endings instead of pushing for new starts. The…

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Finland’s coast is still rising after the Ice Age; around the Gulf of Bothnia, 1,730 acres emerge each year, but waterfront owners may not own the new land

According to the news, Finland’s National Land Survey says the fastest uplift occurs around Kvarken, where the land rises by almost one centimeter a year. For thousands of years, Finland’s western shoreline has been quietly changing shape. Ground that was once pressed beneath an enormous sheet of ice is still rising, pushing parts of the…

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Top banks to get lion’s share of UPI fees

Mumbai: Banks with the largest number of bank accounts will be the biggest gainers as they will receive the lion’s share of the fees. While third-party payment apps will receive a smaller share, the MDR will make the biggest difference to them as their business model suddenly becomes sustainable without having to look for alternative…

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UPI charges from October 15: 0.4% MDR on payments above Rs 2,000, but flat Rs 5 fee for railway tickets, fuel, insurance and utilities; sending money to friends, family, Autopay for OTT stays free

The MDR will have to be borne by merchants. Larger retailers, online platforms and restaurants, among others, may choose to absorb the cost. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) on Tuesday announced a 0.4% merchant discount rate (MDR) on UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, subject to an overall cap of Rs 300. For utility…

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