From Black Death To Hantavirus, Rodent-Borne Diseases Explained
- Rodent-borne diseases like bubonic plague and hantavirus have historically posed major public health threats
- Hantavirus spreads via rodent urine and droppings, with possible human-to-human transmission in rare cases
- Preventing rodent contact and improving sanitation remain key to reducing zoonotic disease risks worldwide
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DMK Negotiations And A Call To Vijay: Behind Congress-TVK Alliance
- Congress switches support from DMK to actor Vijay's TVK after Tamil Nadu elections
- TVK offered Congress 60 seats and government roles; DMK rejected increased demands
- Congress aims to strengthen state base and participate in Tamil Nadu government
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Governor Not Convinced Vijay Has Majority, No Swearing-In Tomorrow: Sources
- TVK chief Vijay may delay oath as Governor doubts majority support for government formation
- TVK won 108 seats, Congress support raises tally to 112, still six short of majority
- Congress backs TVK conditionally, opposing communal forces in the alliance
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"Paid High Price For Loyalty": Upset DMK Slams Congress Over Vijay Tie-Up
- DMK criticises Congress for allying with Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) in Tamil Nadu
- TVK ended DMK-AIADMK dominance, winning 108 of 234 seats but lacks majority by 10 seats
- DMK accuses Congress of opportunism despite past electoral alliance and loyalty
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"Let Them Dismiss Me": Mamata Banerjee Doubles Down On "Won't Resign" Threat
- Mamata Banerjee has vowed to challenge post-poll violence in court and enforce party discipline
- Banerjee has announced a black dress protest on assembly opening day
- BJP's Suvendu Adhikari has denied ongoing post-poll violence and promised action
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After Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Akhilesh Yadav Cuts I-PAC Ties For 2027 UP Poll
- Samajwadi Party will not work with I-PAC for next year's Uttar Pradesh election
- Samajwadi Party will continue working with another firm, Showtime, for UP polls
- I-PAC scaled back operations amid ED probe, affecting Samajwadi Party's poll preparations
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Fruit Vendor Returns Rs 1500 After Customer Mistakenly Overpays Using UPI
- A fruit seller returned Rs 1500 overpaid by a customer for bananas worth Rs 15
- The customer mistakenly paid Rs 1515 due to distraction while entering UPI PIN
- The vendor chased the customer through traffic to return the excess amount promptly
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American Family Leaves US, Settles In Germany: "It's Reasonably Priced"
- A US family left Colorado after a 2017 layoff and political concerns to move abroad
- They first relocated to Ireland, living on a houseboat before settling in Dublin for five years
- The family moved to Germany in 2022, choosing Breisach for its familiarity and language
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Epstein Had Dirt On 'One Person', No Links To CIA Or Mossad: Former Lawyer
- Alan Dershowitz said Epstein's crimes were "terrible" but "exaggerated" in public perception
- Dershowitz denied Epstein had ties to Mossad or CIA, confirming no intelligence links
- Epstein had no compromising material on Donald Trump, per Dershowitz's statements
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JEE Advanced 2026 Cleared? Apply Directly For IIT Madras Bachelor Of Science Programme
- IIT Madras offers direct admission for JEE Advanced 2026 qualifiers to BS programmes
- No additional screening required for admission to Bachelor of Science degrees
- Application deadline for BS programmes is May 31, 2026
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Birth Control Pills For PCOS: Benefits, Risks And Safety Measures
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome affects women with symptoms like irregular cycles and excess male hormones
- Birth control pills regulate hormones, cycles, and reduce acne and hair growth in PCOS patients
- Pills carry risks such as nausea, blood clots, and cardiovascular issues, especially in high-risk women
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