The Extremely Large Telescope (ELT), set to become the world's largest visible- and infrared-light telescope, is taking shape at its construction site atop Cerro Armazones in Chile's Atacama Desert. Managed by the European Southern Observatory (ESO), the ELT is expected to revolutionize astronomical research upon its completion, targeted for 2028. The telescope's dome, which spans an impressive 305 feet in diameter and rises 263 feet in height, has made significant progr

Protein deficiency can occur due to inadequate dietary intake, poor absorption, or increased protein needs during illness or pregnancy. Protein plays a crucial role in muscle repair, immune function, energy production, and tissue regeneration. A deficiency in protein can lead to muscle loss, weakened immunity, fatigue, and various physical and systemic issues. Here are 10 common signs of protein deficiency to watch out for: Muscle Weakness and Loss

India’s Smriti Mandhana has risen to second place in the ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings after a remarkable series against Ireland, where she scored 135 in the third ODI and contributed with 41 and 73 runs in the first two matches. With 738 points, Mandhana is now only behind South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt, who leads the rankings with 773 points. Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu follows in third with 733 points. Mandhana is currently the only Indian player in the top 10 of

Devastating Fire at Turkey Ski Resort Kills 66, Injures Dozens Istanbul, Turkey — A massive fire tore through a hotel at a ski resort in northwestern Turkey early Tuesday, claiming the lives of at least 66 people and injuring 32 others, according to Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya. Harrowing eyewitness accounts described guests attempting to escape by climbing down makeshift ro

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Gita Gopinath, the Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), discussed the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on India’s workforce, revealing that an estimated 26% of the workforce across various industries is exposed to AI. Of these, 14% are expected to benefit from AI technologies, while 12% will face a displacement effect due to automation. This aligns with earlier comments made by India’s G20 Sherpa,

Michigan's Transgender Community Fears Impacts of Trump’s Executive Order Former President Donald Trump, as promised during his campaign, signed an executive order on his first day in office that limits federal recognition of gender to male and female, assigned at birth. This move has left Michigan’s transgender and nonbinary community reeling, fearing for their safety, identity, and legal rights.

The World Bank-appointed Neutral Expert has affirmed its authority to resolve the ongoing dispute between India and Pakistan concerning the Kishenganga and Ratle hydropower projects in Jammu and Kashmir, under the 1960 Indus Water Treaty. India welcomed the decision, which supported its stance that all seven issues related to the two projects fall within the expert’s jurisdiction. The dispute, which centers around the technical designs of the two hydropower plants, escalated t

In his first major act as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at dismantling birthright citizenship, a cornerstone of US immigration law. The order seeks to reinterpret the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution, which has historically granted citizenship to anyone born in the US, to exclude children born to undocumented immigrants. This controversial move has sparked intense debate and is expected to face numerous legal challenges from organiz

Overview of Winter Storm Enzo Winter Storm Enzo is bringing rare snowfall and icy conditions to regions of the Gulf Coast and the Deep South that seldom experience winter weather of this magnitude. The combination of arctic air and Gulf moisture has created a potentially historic winter weather event, impacting millions.  

Trump’s Warning to BRICS On January 20, after being sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump issued a strong warning to BRICS nations regarding their ongoing de-dollarization initiatives. During a press meet in the Oval Office, he declared that BRICS members would face a 100% tariff on trade with the U.S. if they pursued efforts to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar

US President Donald Trump's economic policies are facing significant challenges, according to market experts like Ramesh Damani and Samir Arora. While Trump has made bold promises, including ramping up US oil production and taking a tough stance on trade with countries like China, the actual implementation of these policies is likely to be constrained by governance realities. Damani pointed out that Trump's ambitious goal of increasing US crude oil production by three millio

Raviteja's family, residing in RK Puram's Green Hills Colony in Chaitanyapuri, Hyderabad, is devastated by the tragic news of his untimely death. The 26-year-old had moved to the United States in 2022 to pursue his dreams of higher education. After successfully completing his master's degree, he was actively seeking employment when the incident occurred. According to family members, Raviteja was fatally sho

The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani, has officially opened the registration process for the Birla Institute of Technology and Science Admission Test (BITSAT) 2025, starting from January 21. This exam is for candidates seeking admission to BITS Pilani's integrated first-degree programs at its Pilani, KK Birla Goa, and Hyderabad campuses. Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for the BITSAT 2025, candidates must have scored at least 7

In a significant operation, 14 Maoists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Gariaband district. The operation, which took place late Monday night into Tuesday morning, resulted in the death of Chalpati, a senior Maoist leader with a Rs 1 crore bounty on his head. The encounter occurred in the Kularighat reserve forest, located along the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border, just 5 km from Odisha's Nuapada district. A joint team of security forces, includi

Trump Pardons 1,500 Jan. 6 Defendants, Signs Sweeping Orders on Day One Washington, Jan 20 (Reuters) — Hours after reclaiming the presidency, Donald Trump issued a controversial wave of executive actions, including pardoning approximately 1,500 individuals involved in the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol attack. His rapid moves set a bold tone for his second term, focusing on immigration, environmental

As Delhi Assembly elections approach, political tensions have escalated between the ruling AAP and the Opposition BJP. The controversy erupted after Arvind Kejriwal, the AAP convener and former Chief Minister, made a comment at an election rally comparing BJP leaders to Raavan, the antagonist from the Ramayana. Kejriwal referred to the episode in the Ramayana when Raavan, disguised as a golden deer, tricks Sita into asking Lord Ram to chase it, leading to her abduction. Kejriwal use

Minutes after being sworn in for his second term on Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump pledged to reclaim the Panama Canal. In his inauguration speech, the Republican leader referenced the 19th-century expansionist doctrine of "Manifest Destiny" while also outlining plans for space exploration. Trump reiterated his pre-inauguration vow to reassert U.S. control over the canal, accusing Panama of failing to up

Trump Signs Executive Order to Withdraw US from WHO, Criticizing Its Handling of COVID-19 Washington, D.C. – President Donald Trump, shortly after taking office, signed an executive order to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO), citing the agency’s alleged mismanagement of the COVID-19 pandemic and failure to adopt reforms. The withdrawa

Trump Declares Emergency at Southern Border, Proposes Revocation of Birthright Citizenship Washington, D.C. – In a controversial move, President Donald Trump declared a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border on his first day back in office. He outlined a series of sweeping immigration reforms aimed at curbing illegal immigration, including a proposed executive order t

Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, issued a statement on Monday expressing its resolve to rebuild Gaza, which has suffered extensive destruction following more than 15 months of Israeli airstrikes. The group stated that Gaza's people would rise again to rebuild what Israel has destroyed and remain steadfast in their resistance against the occupation. Hamas emphasized the unwavering determination of Gaza's population to face aggression despite the continued violence. The