Month: April 2025

[ad_1] NASA has released an image of a mysterious, 328-foot-wide hole on Mars, describing it as a potential "portal" to underground caves that may support alien life. The image, originally captured by the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter in 2017, was shared on April 13 as part of NASA’s Astronomy Picture of the Day. Scientists believe such pits could shield life from Mars’ harsh surface conditions, which include high levels of radiation due to the lack of a strong magnetic field and atmosphere. These features make surface habitation nearly impossible, pushing the focus toward subterranean environments that may offer more stable and life-sustaining conditions.How could the hole be formed on MarsThis newly revealed hole has sparked renewed interest in exploring Mars' subsurface, with NASA and the US Geological Survey identifying over 1,000 similar cave-like openings across the planet. These formations might have […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Madras high court on Thursday warned the Tamil Nadu Police to file FIR against DMK minister K Ponmudy or face contempt over the state forest minister's objectionable remarks on women. It further directed the Police to proceed with the investigation in the matter."Now the court has taken cognizance of the matter. Even if you do not have a complaint, register a case and proceed with the investigation," the court said. The matter has been posted to April 23.This comes after several Bharatiya Janata Party leaders demanded the registration of complaint against the leader for making disrespectful comments about women and Saivism and Vaishnavism during a public event on April 6.After his controversial comments, the ruling DMK stripped Ponmudy of his role as the party's deputy general secretary, though he retained his position as a minister.He also apologised […]

[ad_1] 'Jaat,' starring Sunny Deol in the lead, continues its steady run at the box office on Day 8. Known for its high-octane action scenes and engaging storyline, the film showcases Deol in his signature massy avatar as he takes on the powerful criminal Ranatunga, played by Randeep Hooda. Directed by Gopichand Malineni, the action-packed drama is performing well in afternoon shows, showing no signs of slowing down.Jaat Movie Review‘Jaat’ holds steady on Day 8 at the Box Office'Jaat', which was released on April 10, has been in theatres for over a week. On Day 8, midday trends show that the film is holding steady, though there hasn’t been much movement during the afternoon shows. A slight drop in collections is expected on this second Thursday. Now, all eyes are on the film’s performance in the evening and night shows. […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Bombay high court on Thursday issued summons to Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis in petition challenging his 2024 win from Nagpur South West assembly seat. Congress' Prafulla Vinodrao Gudadhe had filed a petition against Maharashtra CM, who had lost to Fadnavis by a margin of 39,710 votes during the polls. In the plea, Gudadhe sought that high court should declare Fadnavis win "null and void," allegeing procedural lapses and corrupt practices. "The bench of Justice Pravin Patil issued summons to CM Fadnavis returnable on May 8," Gudadhe's lawyer Pavan Dahat told PTI. According to Gudadhe’s legal team, several mandatory rules were not followed during the elections held in November last year. The Mahayuti alliance, led by the BJP, had swept the polls, winning 230 out of 288 seats, paving the way for Fadnavis to become chief minister.The […]

[ad_1] Good Friday is a deeply significant Christian festival commemorating the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ at Calvary, and it will be celebrated on April 18, 2025. It is a powerful reminder of Jesus' sacrifice for the salvation of humankind and takes place during the Holy Week, two days before Easter Sunday. While Christians all over the world remember the suffering and death of Christ, which is fundamental to their faith, the day is marked with seriousness and contemplation. Jesus's death is seen as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. Good Friday's roots could be traced as far back as the early years of Christianity. The New Testament says that Pontius Pilate, who was the Roman governor, had Jesus arrested after Judas Iscariot betrayed him and sentenced him to death. He was whipped, mocked, and forced to bear his […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday said she would visit Murshidabad following the recent clashes that killed three and requested Governor CV Ananda Bose to postpone his proposed trip to the violence-hit district. She said that the state government will build houses for the victims of the clashes.“I will go to Murshidabad. An SIT has been formed to investigate the unrest in Murshidabad. The state government will build houses for the victims. The administration is trying to restore the confidence of the people of Murshidabad. Would request Guv not to visit riot-hit Murshidabad now,” said Banerjee.The West Bengal governor is set to visit Murshidabad on Friday. Speaking on the violence, Bose said that the situation is currently under control.Also read: West Bengal Guv CV Ananda Bose to visit violence-hit Murshidabad district"I am going to the […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: India on Thursday responded firmly to the "two-nation" comment made by Pakistan saying that the only relationship the neighbouring nation had was "vacation of the illegally occupied territories by that country.""How can anything foreign be in a jugular vein? This is a Union Territory of India. Its only relationship with Pakistan is the vacation of illegally occupied territories by that country," ministry of external affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.Pakistan’s army chief, General Asim Munir, on Wednesday had voiced support for the "two-nation theory" that underpinned the creation of Pakistan, highlighting what he described as fundamental differences between Hindus and Muslims in all facets of life.Also read: Pakistan army chief backs 'two-nation theory', says Hindu-Muslim different in every possible aspect“You have to narrate Pakistan’s story to your children so that they don’t forget it when our forefathers thought […]