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For centuries, the rock was seen as a warning. When it began to emerge from the Danube, beneath Gellért Hill in Budapest, it meant the river had fallen so low that floating mills could no longer operate, crops were probably failing, and hunger would almost certainly follow. That is why, in the Hungarian capital, where over time the boulder became little more than a legend, it was named Ínség-szikla – the Rock of Starvation.Today, amid record-low water levels on the Danube, the rock has not only emerged from the water, but surfaced almost in its entirety, along with the sandy…

India’s engineering services exports have grown nearly eight times in the last 10 years, rising from $1.77 billion in 2014-15 to $13.77 billion in 2024-25, according to a Niti Aayog report. The report, India’s Services Sector: Insights on Regulatory Regime in Professional Services, said engineering services exports grew at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.8% during the period. It cited Reserve Bank of India data on invisibles.Engineering services imports, however, saw little change, rising from $1.59 billion in 2014-15 to $1.73 billion in 2024-25, growing at a CAGR of only 0.9%.The report also highlighted the importance of engineering…

Nag Panchami serves as a time for spiritual healing, addressing astrological issues such as Sarp Dosha. By honoring Lord Shiva and the Nag Devta, devotees seek protection and karmic purification. Reciting mantras for Rahu and Ketu assists in clearing confusion and fostering emotional clarity. Moreover, acts of kindness, like feeding animals, promote balance and compassion, while reflecting on personal behaviors sheds light on the affects of these celestial bodies. Nag Panchami is an important day for people following Vedic astrology, especially those who are concerned about Sarp Dosha, Kaal Sarp Dosha or difficult Rahu-Ketu placements in their horoscope. The festival…

As Europe bakes in yet another heatwave, German winegrower Florian Weingart has scattered straw on the ground to keep moisture trapped in the earth and protect his prized vines from extreme temperatures.It is one of several measures that he is taking in a bid to ensure his small vineyard produces a decent crop despite a historically hot summer and low rainfall.”The harvest is hanging by a thread,” he told AFP from his vineyard in the village of Spay, looking out over the Rhine and hills scorched a deep brown by the heat. The river has fallen to record lows.Climate change…

Srinagar Aug 15: Dr. Owais Ahmad, Director, Skill Development Department, hoisted the National Flag at Govt. Polytechnic for Women, Srinagar as part of the Independence Day celebrations.The flag-hoisting ceremony was held on the college grounds and was attended by a large gathering that included senior officials from Police and paramilitary forces, representatives from the Directorate of Skill Development, principals of polytechnic colleges and ITIs across the region, faculty members, and students from various polytechnic colleges and ITIs.The event commenced with the National Anthem following the flag hoist. Dr. Owais Ahmad highlighted the importance of skill development in nation building and…

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has begun outlining a plan for the 2027 ODI World Cup, and the body is narrowing down dates for the tournament next year. According to a Cricbuzz report, the organisers are looking to start the 14-team tournament on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti next year. The ICC wants the competition to start on October 2 to commemorate the life of a leader who championed peace and non-violence. It is worth mentioning that South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia are the co-hosts for the tournament.The ICC is looking to start the 2027 ODI World Cup on October…

Benjamin Netanyahu has yet to be endorsed by Donald Trump Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud is trailing former Israel Defence Forces (IDF) chief Gadi Eisenkot’s opposition Yashar party ahead of the October 27 parliamentary elections, according to a pre-election survey, raising the prospect of a setback for the veteran leader.Although neither side is projected to secure a majority in the 120-seat Knesset, Eisenkot’s Yashar is expected to win 25 seats—four more than Netanyahu’s Likud—if elections were held today, according to a poll published by The Times of Israel’s Hebrew sister site, Zman Yisrael.Overall, the poll showed little change in…

Indian women’s hockey captain Salima Tete For Indian women’s hockey captain Salima Tete, the message ahead of their World Cup opener against China is simple — stay confident, stick to the plan and fight until the final whistle.India begin their campaign on Sunday against World No. 4 China in Pool D at Wagener Hockey Stadium in Amstelveen, the Netherlands, knowing that a positive start could set the tone for what they hope will be a successful tournament.And while the team has spent considerable time working on its tactical game, Tete believes the focus has also been on preparing the players…

The first clip of the live version of ‘Tangled’ was shown to the attendees at the D23 Expo, which was held in Anaheim. (Instagram) Several beloved animated films have been transformed into live-action adaptations over the past couple of years. Now, the next upcoming project seems to be ‘Tangled,’ following the story of a girl stuck in a tower since she was a baby. The first look for the live-action adaptation of the animated film, which was originally released in 2010, was recently shared during the D23 Expo event.First look of ‘Tangled’ live-action shared with the worldFans and attendees who…

Hamas political chief Khalil al-Hayya | Photo Credit: Reuters Hamas political chief Khalil al-Hayya was set to travel to Cairo on Saturday evening (August 15, 2026) for talks with Egyptian officials, a Hamas source told AFP, ahead of a visit by U.S. President Donald Trump’s envoy Jared Kushner to the region.Also read | No path to peace: On Israel’s rejection of peace planMr. Hayya, who will be visiting Egypt for the first time since assuming leadership of Hamas in late July, is due to meet with Egypt’s intelligence chief Hassan Rashad on Sunday morning (August 16), the source said.Mr. Kushner…