AI helps read scroll burnt in volcanic eruption that destroyed Pompeii 2,000 yrs ago
The first complete reading of a Herculaneum scroll, burnt to carbon during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago has been achieved by researchers with the help of AI and advanced imaging. The Vesuvius Challenge has offered $1 million to read in full any other scroll. The Roman city of Pompeii had been destroyed in the eruption.
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The first complete reading of a Herculaneum scroll, burnt to carbon during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago has been achieved by researchers with the help of AI and advanced imaging. The Vesuvius Challenge has offered $1 million to read in full any other scroll. The Roman city of Pompeii had been destroyed in the eruption.
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What are the 10 largest earthquakes ever recorded?
Chile's 9.5-magnitude earthquake (1960) killed 1,655 people and was the largest ever recorded, as per US Geological Survey data. Second was a 9.2-magnitude earthquake in Alaska (1964) that killed 130 people and caused $2.3-billion damage. Third was the Sumatra-Andaman Islands earthquake, which killed over 2,80,000 people. In 10th place is an 8.6-magnitude earthquake in Arunachal Pradesh (1950).
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07:53 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Chile's 9.5-magnitude earthquake (1960) killed 1,655 people and was the largest ever recorded, as per US Geological Survey data. Second was a 9.2-magnitude earthquake in Alaska (1964) that killed 130 people and caused $2.3-billion damage. Third was the Sumatra-Andaman Islands earthquake, which killed over 2,80,000 people. In 10th place is an 8.6-magnitude earthquake in Arunachal Pradesh (1950).
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Who will Brazil face in FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32?
Brazil have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage as Group C toppers. In the Round of 32, the five-time champions will face the runner-up of Group F. One of the Netherlands, Japan and Sweden will finish second in Group F. Brazil's Round of 32 match will take place at 10:30 pm IST on June 29.
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07:50 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Brazil have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage as Group C toppers. In the Round of 32, the five-time champions will face the runner-up of Group F. One of the Netherlands, Japan and Sweden will finish second in Group F. Brazil's Round of 32 match will take place at 10:30 pm IST on June 29.
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IBM launches 'world's first' sub-1 nanometre chip technology
IBM has unveiled what it calls the world's first sub-1 nanometre semiconductor chip, built on new 0.7 nm transistor architecture. The chip has about 100 billion transistors packed into the size of a fingernail. It's expected to deliver up to 50% higher performance and 70% better energy efficiency than IBM's 2 nm chips. It uses a "nanostack" 3D chip architecture.
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08:03 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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IBM has unveiled what it calls the world's first sub-1 nanometre semiconductor chip, built on new 0.7 nm transistor architecture. The chip has about 100 billion transistors packed into the size of a fingernail. It's expected to deliver up to 50% higher performance and 70% better energy efficiency than IBM's 2 nm chips. It uses a "nanostack" 3D chip architecture.
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08:03 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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IPS officer praises RSS at event in Maha; Congress says 'he forgot his duties'
IPS officer Vishwas Nangre Patil has sparked controversy after a video showed him purportedly addressing a Hindu Sammelan organised by Sakal Hindu Samaj. In the clip, Patil praised the RSS and its founder Keshav Baliram Hedgewar. Reacting to the video, Maharashtra Congress posted, "Forgot the oath of Constitution and khaki uniform...they've shown up at the Sangh's doorstep singing praises."
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08:00 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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IPS officer Vishwas Nangre Patil has sparked controversy after a video showed him purportedly addressing a Hindu Sammelan organised by Sakal Hindu Samaj. In the clip, Patil praised the RSS and its founder Keshav Baliram Hedgewar. Reacting to the video, Maharashtra Congress posted, "Forgot the oath of Constitution and khaki uniform...they've shown up at the Sangh's doorstep singing praises."
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SA 1st country to hold Rugby WC and ICC WTC while qualifying for FIFA WC knockouts: De Villiers
After South Africa qualified for FIFA World Cup 2026 knocouts, ex-South Africa cricket captain AB de Villiers wrote on X, "Big win for Bafana Bafana last night to get through to Round of 32!" He added, "South Africa are now...first country to hold Rugby World Cup and ICC WTC whilst qualifying for Round of 32 of FIFA WC at...same time."
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08:25 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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After South Africa qualified for FIFA World Cup 2026 knocouts, ex-South Africa cricket captain AB de Villiers wrote on X, "Big win for Bafana Bafana last night to get through to Round of 32!" He added, "South Africa are now...first country to hold Rugby World Cup and ICC WTC whilst qualifying for Round of 32 of FIFA WC at...same time."
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Serial rapist, who had played Ranji & was close to Chhota Rajan, killed in encounter in UP
A notorious criminal, Satyapal alias Sattu, who had escaped from a jail in Punjab, died after he was injured in an encounter in UP. According to police, Sattu had allegedly raped six girls aged between 15 and 18. He had played in Ranji Trophy and was associated with Chhota Rajan gang. He was wanted in as many as 24 cases.
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08:24 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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A notorious criminal, Satyapal alias Sattu, who had escaped from a jail in Punjab, died after he was injured in an encounter in UP. According to police, Sattu had allegedly raped six girls aged between 15 and 18. He had played in Ranji Trophy and was associated with Chhota Rajan gang. He was wanted in as many as 24 cases.
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FIR filed after SIT's report on Ayodhya's Ram Temple donation theft row
An FIR was registered against eight people in connection with the Ayodhya Ram Temple donation theft allegations on Thursday. The FIR was lodged in Ayodhya based on a written complaint filed by Shri Krishna Mohan, a member of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust. This came two days after the SIT submitted its preliminary inquiry report to the Uttar Pradesh government.
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08:18 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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An FIR was registered against eight people in connection with the Ayodhya Ram Temple donation theft allegations on Thursday. The FIR was lodged in Ayodhya based on a written complaint filed by Shri Krishna Mohan, a member of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Trust. This came two days after the SIT submitted its preliminary inquiry report to the Uttar Pradesh government.
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Kitchen plastics may be triggering insulin resistance
Emerging research suggests chemicals in kitchen plastics, including BPA and phthalates, may act as endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs). Known as obesogens, they may affect hormones linked to metabolism, fat storage and blood sugar regulation, potentially contributing to insulin resistance. Experts advise reducing exposure by avoiding heating food in plastic and using glass or stainless steel.
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07:51 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Emerging research suggests chemicals in kitchen plastics, including BPA and phthalates, may act as endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs). Known as obesogens, they may affect hormones linked to metabolism, fat storage and blood sugar regulation, potentially contributing to insulin resistance. Experts advise reducing exposure by avoiding heating food in plastic and using glass or stainless steel.
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Can't shield customers anymore: Apple as it raises product prices by up to ₹1 lakh
Apple raised prices of its products, like iPad, MacBook, etc, by up to ₹1 lakh in India amid a surge in memory and storage chip costs due to AI. "We've never seen a component price increase this much, this quickly. We've shielded our customers...so far, but we've now reached a point where we need to begin raising prices," it said.
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08:38 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Apple raised prices of its products, like iPad, MacBook, etc, by up to ₹1 lakh in India amid a surge in memory and storage chip costs due to AI. "We've never seen a component price increase this much, this quickly. We've shielded our customers...so far, but we've now reached a point where we need to begin raising prices," it said.
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Apple sharply hikes prices of its products by up to ₹1 lakh
Apple has sharply increased the prices of most of its products, including MacBook, iPad and home entertainment segment. Price of M5 Max variant of MacBook Pro (14-inch) has been increased by ₹1 lakh to ₹4,99,900 in India. MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM) has become costlier by ₹70,000, while price of iPad Pro (256GB) has increased to ₹1,39,900 from ₹99,990.
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08:37 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Apple has sharply increased the prices of most of its products, including MacBook, iPad and home entertainment segment. Price of M5 Max variant of MacBook Pro (14-inch) has been increased by ₹1 lakh to ₹4,99,900 in India. MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5, 16GB RAM) has become costlier by ₹70,000, while price of iPad Pro (256GB) has increased to ₹1,39,900 from ₹99,990.
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Why had India temporarily restricted tourist visas to Bangladeshis?
India is resuming tourist visas for Bangladeshis from June 28, lifting a temporary restriction it had imposed for nearly two years owing to political unrest and attacks on Indian diplomatic establishments in Bangladesh in 2024. Ties had deteriorated after the ouster of pro-India PM Sheikh Hasina. The situation worsened after student leader Sharif Osman Hadi's death led to anti-India protests.
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08:32 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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India is resuming tourist visas for Bangladeshis from June 28, lifting a temporary restriction it had imposed for nearly two years owing to political unrest and attacks on Indian diplomatic establishments in Bangladesh in 2024. Ties had deteriorated after the ouster of pro-India PM Sheikh Hasina. The situation worsened after student leader Sharif Osman Hadi's death led to anti-India protests.
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Woman shouted 'help, help' after pushing fiance to death in Pune: Guard
A security guard at Pune's Lohagad Fort has revealed the first words of Siya Goyal after she pushed her fiance Ketan Agarwal to death. "Someone has fallen off. Help, help," she shouted, as per the guard. The police have arrested Siya and her lover Chetan Chaudhary on charges of murder and criminal conspiracy.
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08:30 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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A security guard at Pune's Lohagad Fort has revealed the first words of Siya Goyal after she pushed her fiance Ketan Agarwal to death. "Someone has fallen off. Help, help," she shouted, as per the guard. The police have arrested Siya and her lover Chetan Chaudhary on charges of murder and criminal conspiracy.
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Woman arrested in Rajasthan planned to go to Pak to marry terrorist
A 38-year-old woman, Babita Dhakad alias Khadija, who was arrested in Jaipur last week, planned to go to Pakistan via Nepal to marry a senior commander of Jaish-e-Mohammed. He is believed to be a close associate of Masood Azhar. She told police she started searching for terrorists on social media after Pahalgam attack and even established contacts with a few.
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08:46 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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A 38-year-old woman, Babita Dhakad alias Khadija, who was arrested in Jaipur last week, planned to go to Pakistan via Nepal to marry a senior commander of Jaish-e-Mohammed. He is believed to be a close associate of Masood Azhar. She told police she started searching for terrorists on social media after Pahalgam attack and even established contacts with a few.
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The Sabari Superfast Express gets Shin Chan-theme makeover
Train journeys in South India have become more colourful as the Sabari Superfast Express receives a special Shin Chan-themed makeover. The train, which runs between Kerala and Telangana, now features the popular cartoon character and his friends on several coaches. The unique design has caught passengers' attention.
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Train journeys in South India have become more colourful as the Sabari Superfast Express receives a special Shin Chan-themed makeover. The train, which runs between Kerala and Telangana, now features the popular cartoon character and his friends on several coaches. The unique design has caught passengers' attention.
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What is 'AC nation' Singapore's hack to stay cool amid heatwaves?
Singapore, popularly known as 'AC nation', is hot and humid yet can stay cool amid soaring temperatures. The government promotes efficient use of ACs at 25°C or higher, along with fans to complement cooling. Cool-coating materials and reflective paints on buildings to reflect heat are also promoted. Moreover, city's planning and spacing are optimised to improve wind flow and ventilation.
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09:07 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Singapore, popularly known as 'AC nation', is hot and humid yet can stay cool amid soaring temperatures. The government promotes efficient use of ACs at 25°C or higher, along with fans to complement cooling. Cool-coating materials and reflective paints on buildings to reflect heat are also promoted. Moreover, city's planning and spacing are optimised to improve wind flow and ventilation.
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Bihar minister Nishant removes PMCH principal after he was found absent during inspection
Bihar Health Minister Nishant Kumar, son of former Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, removed Narendra Pratap Singh from the post of principal of Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH). The action came after Singh was found absent during the minister's inspection earlier this week. The Health Department has appointed Geeta Singh as the new PMCH principal.
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09:05 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Bihar Health Minister Nishant Kumar, son of former Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, removed Narendra Pratap Singh from the post of principal of Patna Medical College and Hospital (PMCH). The action came after Singh was found absent during the minister's inspection earlier this week. The Health Department has appointed Geeta Singh as the new PMCH principal.
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Uniform Civil Code Bill to be tabled in West Bengal Assembly next week: Reports
The Uniform Civil Code Bill is likely to be tabled in the West Bengal Assembly next week, reports said. BJP had said in its election manifesto that UCC would be introduced within six months if it wins the state elections. Bengal, currently governed by CM Suvendu Adhikari, would follow states like Uttarakhand, Gujarat and Assam if such measures are introduced.
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09:02 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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The Uniform Civil Code Bill is likely to be tabled in the West Bengal Assembly next week, reports said. BJP had said in its election manifesto that UCC would be introduced within six months if it wins the state elections. Bengal, currently governed by CM Suvendu Adhikari, would follow states like Uttarakhand, Gujarat and Assam if such measures are introduced.
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Ajay Devgn takes dig at Pathaans in 'Chauhaan' teaser, fans link it to rivalry with SRK
The teaser of Ajay Devgn-starrer 'Chauhaan' was released on Thursday. In the teaser, Ajay said, "Pathaanon se kehna, Chauhaan aa raha hai (Tell the Pathans that Chauhaan is coming)." Linking this to his rivalry with Shah Rukh Khan, fans claimed it was a dig at his film 'Pathaan'. Notably, Shah Rukh and Salman Khan joked in 'Pathaan' about being irreplaceable.
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09:27 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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The teaser of Ajay Devgn-starrer 'Chauhaan' was released on Thursday. In the teaser, Ajay said, "Pathaanon se kehna, Chauhaan aa raha hai (Tell the Pathans that Chauhaan is coming)." Linking this to his rivalry with Shah Rukh Khan, fans claimed it was a dig at his film 'Pathaan'. Notably, Shah Rukh and Salman Khan joked in 'Pathaan' about being irreplaceable.
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Why did Vaibhav Sooryavanshi choose jersey number 3 for India?
Fifteen-year-old batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will wear jersey number 3 for India during the white-ball tour of Ireland and England. Sooryavanshi, who wore number 12 in his first RR season, said his mother suggested to go with 3 as the digits in 12 add up to it. The number has previously been worn by Harbhajan Singh and Suresh Raina for India.
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09:24 pm Thursday, 25 June 2026
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Fifteen-year-old batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will wear jersey number 3 for India during the white-ball tour of Ireland and England. Sooryavanshi, who wore number 12 in his first RR season, said his mother suggested to go with 3 as the digits in 12 add up to it. The number has previously been worn by Harbhajan Singh and Suresh Raina for India.
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