Researchers at CSIR-CIMFR have developed India's first mobile Smart Algal Liquid Tree (SALT), an innovative air-purification system using microalgae to absorb CO2 and release oxygen. Designed for polluted urban areas, this compact unit offers a sustainable solution where conventional tree planting is challenging, also providing public utility features.
If it's raining, it's a great time for a holiday. If it isn't, even better. No wonder, many celebs just hop on a plane and jet off for quick getaways around this season.
Shanaya Kapoor looks gorgeous in green, and she knows it.
Go once. You will know, even before you board the flight home, that you will return.
Young students are diverting their personal savings, originally intended for gadgets or college expenses, to fund their participation in the ongoing protests at Jantar Mantar, highlighting their commitment to issues affecting their future.
Argentina's dark blue away jersey holds significant historical and superstitious value for the team, particularly in World Cup encounters against England. The team will wear this kit in their upcoming semi-final, hoping to replicate past successes from 1986 and 1998, where the blue jersey was worn during famous victories over England. Both coaches acknowledge the role of superstition in high-level sports, though Argentina's coach downplays the specific jersey choice. The jersey also features cultural motifs.
A breezy maxi dress ticks every box -- it offers easy movement, keeps you cool and makes you feel like a movie heroine when you twirl in it in the windy monsoon weather.
Harshit's fitness, Varun's longevity under scanner post hamstring injuries
Lenin packs enough intriguing twists to hook you, but eventually buries them beneath an all-too-familiar revenge saga.
Rajesh Karkera takes his family of EV disbelievers on a road trip to Alibaug on the Mahindra XEV 9e and comes back as a unit singing the EV's praise. This is his account.
'The most important job after colouring your hair is maintaining it, which a lot of Indian women forget.'
Monsoon dressing doesn't have to be all about practical layers and gloomy colours. Floral dresses bring the perfect dose of freshness to rainy-day wardrobes, adding brightness, romance and a touch of sunshine even on the cloudiest afternoons.
Joe Root anchored England's chase with an unbeaten 99 as the hosts defeated India by four wickets in the second ODI to level the three-match series in Cardiff on Thursday.
Sai Tamhankar plays delicious contradictions of her character in an immensely watchable central performance, applauds Mayur Sanap.
From Peranbu to Bramayugam, Padma Bhushan winner Mammootty's recent filmography is proof that legends can keep reinventing themselves, even post 70.
Jasmine Paolini defeated Alexandra Eala in a three-set thriller at Wimbledon, ending Eala's impressive run to reach the quarterfinals. The match, witnessed by Roger Federer, saw Paolini's experience prevail after Eala had previously upset World No. 3 Iga Swiatek.
Long before Rehman Dakait made the Internet swoon, Akshaye Khanna had already mastered the art of stealing the show from the dark side.
With the temperatures set to rise again in London, Wimbledon chiefs and accommodation organisers are making sure that the fans and players have what they need to keep cool.
Ruled by the Moon, Cancerians are the soft souls of the Zodiac. They love romance, nostalgia and anything that feels comforting and beautiful rather than loud and flashy.
Erling Haaland struck a dramatic last-gasp winner to send Norway through to the next round of the 2026 World Cup, knocking Ivory Coast out in heartbreaking fashion.
The live-action Moana faithfully recreates the original, but rarely captures its magic.
Saniya Iyappan has a knack for making every outfit feel a little more exciting. One day, the Varavu actress is embracing easy-breezy vacation dressing, the next, she's stepping out in high-octane couture or richly woven Indian textiles.
'For Punjabi brides, Phulkari has long been part of life's most meaningful milestones, and I couldn't think of a more fitting way to begin this new chapter with Ro. '
Soft, dreamy and ridiculously versatile, powder blue feels like a breath of fresh air during peak summer.
An analysis of 138 Indian cities reveals that urban greening should consider humidity and airflow for effective cooling, emphasising climate-responsive strategies over one-size-fits-all approaches.
A terrific first half makes I, Nobody look like a great thriller, until an increasingly muddled second half loses the plot, laments Sreeju Sudhakaran.
A study by IIT Gandhinagar researchers reveals that urban greening alone is insufficient to reduce heat stress in Indian cities, highlighting the need for climate-responsive planning that considers humidity, ventilation, and urban compactness.
A swipe of liner, a wash of shimmer or a smudged kohl can completely change your face. If you're looking to switch up your beauty routine, these celebrity-approved eye looks deserve a spot on your mood board.
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has altered the iconic 'Dancing Girl' figurine from Mohenjo-daro in its new Class 9 arts textbook, covering its bare torso with shading. This change has drawn criticism for misrepresenting the original artefact and sparking a debate on what is considered 'age-appropriate' in educational materials.
Singer Taylor Swift and NFL player Travis Kelce are reportedly already married after a private ceremony, with their grand Madison Square Garden celebration now underway.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has implemented extensive security and logistical arrangements, including AI-based CCTV monitoring, biometric verification, and police escorts, to ensure the smooth, secure, and transparent conduct of the NEET-UG 2026 re-examination.
From Ikkis to Balan: The Boy, these are the 10 Indian films that truly deserved the loudest applause in the first half of 2026.
Despite its uneven storytelling, Super Subbu deserves applause for turning India's discomfort with sex education into an entertaining, often insightful satire, notes Sreeju Sudhakaran.
Diana Penty captivated audiences at the Cannes Film Festival 2026, showcasing a custom red Amit Aggarwal gown that fused traditional Indian Ikat weaving with cutting-edge modern design.
Kylian Mbappe scored two goals, equalling Miroslav Klose's World Cup record, as France defeated Iraq 3-0 to advance to the last 32. The match was significantly delayed by thunderstorms, but France maintained control with Ousmane Dembele also scoring. Iraq's chances of progressing now depend on their final group match and other results.
Veterinarians and animal rescuers in Delhi report a surge in cases of heat-related illnesses among birds and stray animals as the city grapples with a severe heatwave. Dehydration, heatstroke, and gastrointestinal infections are rampant, prompting calls for residents to provide water and shade for animals.
White may be fashion's most classic colour, but in Janhvi Kapoor's wardrobe, it's anything but predictable.The Peddi actress has mastered the art of making every shade of safed feel fresh, modern, and completely her own.
The US has announced federal charges against Nazeer Hameed, an Indian national, for his alleged involvement in the 2017 murder of Sasikala Narra and her six-year-old son Anish Narra in Maple Shade, New Jersey. Hameed fled to India after the murders and now faces charges for unlawful flight to avoid prosecution.
'Can you believe there are over 26,500 deaths linked to heatwave-driven ozone in 2024?'
Do not push your children into situations that leave them feeling trapped or desperate, appeals rediffGURU Anu Krishna.
