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As the climate warms, extreme wildfires are becoming more common. But scientists are now using data collected by NASA's Earth-observing satellites to help keep people safe. Hawkins: “Earth observations are extremely valuable for detecting, observing and managing wildfires.” Michelle Hawkins works with NASA on climate resilience. Satellites can pinpoint locations with large amounts of flammable material, such as dry vegetation, before fires break out. Land managers can then use this data to plan prescribed burns to reduce the risk of out-of-control fires. When wildfires do occur, satellites can also help officials understand how large the fire is and how it…
All five accused are associated with Uttarakhand Transport Corporation and include three full-time employees and two contract workers. (Photo/News 18)According to reports, the 14-year-old victim, a resident of Moradabad in Uttar Pradesh, was waiting for a Punjab-bound bus at Delhi's Kashmir Gate Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT) when the accused bus The driver and conductor at Dehradun station offered her a ride to DehradunA day after police arrested five suspects for gang-raping a mentally challenged minor girl on a bus in Dehradun, the victim's father demanded a “bulldozer operation” on the accused's house. All five accused are associated with Uttarakhand Transport…
Last updated: August 19, 2024 4:07 pm (IST)TMC MP Sukhendu Sekhar Ray (left) called on the CBI to conduct “custodial interrogation” of Kolkata Police Chief Vinit Goyal. (Image source: ANI)In his social media post, the senior TMC MP demanded a “custodial interrogation” by the CBI against the Kolkata police chief and former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital to probe the alleged rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor.Trinamool Congress MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy on Monday moved the Calcutta High Court challenging the police notice issued to him in connection with his social media posts regarding the…
Last updated: August 19, 2024 3:24 pm ISTPrime Minister of Thailand Baidong Thanh Shinawatra. (Image source: AFP)Former business executive Shinawatra, 37, becomes Thailand's youngest prime minister after receiving a letter of royal endorsement on SundayThailand's new Prime Minister Baithonthan Shinawatra on Monday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his greetings and said she looked forward to working closely with him to build on existing relations and explore untapped potential to create greater opportunities for both countries.Shinawatra, a 37-year-old former business executive, received a letter of royal endorsement on Sunday to become Thailand's youngest prime minister.”I look forward to working closely…
Last updated: August 19, 2024 2:47 pm (IST)NR Narayana Murthy, co-founder, Infosys. (PTI data map) Murthy made the remarks at the convocation ceremony of Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Prayagra on Sunday, where he was the chief guestInfosys co-founder NR Narayana Murthy on Sunday called population growth a major challenge facing the country and said Indians have not focused on population control since the Emergency.Murthy made the remarks at the convocation ceremony of Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology, Prayagra, where he was the chief guest.”India faces major challenges in terms of population, land availability per capita and health…
Last updated: August 19, 2024 2:09 pm ISTBeetroot juice helps improve skin and hair quality.Wheatgrass juice has anti-inflammatory properties. It helps reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation in the body.Recently, the deadly virus COVID-19 has swept the world, killing millions of people. Over the centuries, there have been many pandemics, each of which wiped out more than half a million people. In this situation, it becomes important to follow a healthy lifestyle to live long and survive the changing environment and deadly viruses.Fast food and contaminated dishes often lead to illness. Vegetables and fruits must be included in our diet. Often…
Last updated: August 19, 2024 1:35 pm (IST)Villagers also gave up drinking.Historically ruled by Nizam Prabhu, this village is known for the integrity of its residents, earning it the nickname Nijayithi Gudem from the locals.Telangana is famous for its historical heritage and was ruled by several dynasties such as Qutub Shahis, Asaf Jahis, Nizams and Kakatiyas. Many areas and villages are named after the rulers of the time. One such village in Manakondur Mandal in Karimnagar district is called Nijayithi Gudem.Historically ruled by Nizam Prabhu, this village is known for the integrity of its residents, earning it the nickname Nijayithi…
Last updated: August 19, 2024 12:53 UTCA tea stall was set up for all volunteers.Natural disasters often cause people to flock to affected areas for relief efforts.On July 30, a landslide occurred in Kerala and about 200 buildings were washed away. The rainfall that lasted for 48 hours took the rainfall to 572 mm in Mundakkai district of Wayanad. This caused the mountainside to collapse, sending water, mud and boulders pouring down. According to reports, 250 people died and about 5,000 people were affected. It also reportedly destroyed 200 buildings. Landslides also occurred in Chooralamala, which was almost catastrophic and…
Last updated: August 19, 2024 12:17 US Standard TimeUma hails from Bodinaya Kanur in Theni district.Since mango cultivation is common in the areas around Bodinayakanur, the woman decided to venture into a business related to mango value-added products.A woman entrepreneur in Theni, Tamil Nadu, who earns Rs 20,000 per month by producing value-added products from mangoes, has attracted public attention on social media. Her innovative approach to utilizing local mangoes not only sparked curiosity but also inspired many aspiring entrepreneurs in the region.Too often, entrepreneurial success is celebrated through exciting stories of people who overcame all odds and dreamed big.…
Last updated: August 19, 2024 11:39 UTCMany painters lost their jobs and had to change careers.Local artist Saravanan's passion for painting began during his school days.About 20 years ago, artists used to create advertising banners by hand-painting realistic patterns on hadabs, a method similar to contemporary machine-printed plush banners. However, with the advent of modern advertising technology, many painters lost their jobs and had to change careers.The Tamil Nadu Progressive Writers and Artists Association is planning to organize an art night program at Rameswaram in Ramanathapuram district where Madurai artist Saravanan is making advertising hoardings using traditional Gada cloth.Local artist…