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Across South Africa’s Greater Kruger landscape, a pioneering group of women is challenging conventional ideas about how endangered wildlife should be protected. Known as the Black Mambas, these unarmed female rangers patrol the bush looking for snares, damaged fences, footprints and other signs of illegal activity. Rather than confronting suspected poachers with guns, their approach focuses on prevention, surveillance and early detection, helping protect rhinos and other vulnerable animals before they are targeted. Recruited largely from communities surrounding protected areas, the women have also become conservation ambassadors, showing how protecting wildlife can go hand in hand with creating opportunities and…

Some people have a tremendous amount of perseverance. They’ll fail again and again and again, and they won’t quit. Some birth dates are associated with perseverance, tenacity and grit. These interpretations are not based on scientific evidence, but on numerological traditions and are preferred by those who like to explore personality traits through their numerical values. The birthdates of these people are explained briefly in terms of numerology. Born on 1, 10, 19 or 28They are seen as natural leaders with a strong desire to succeed. Often described as self-motivated and self-driven, they see obstacles as challenges, not obstacles. Once…

Ask ten dog lovers to name the most beautiful dog breed, and you’ll probably get ten different answers. Some people love fluffy dogs, while others prefer sleek, athletic ones. Some fall for bright blue eyes, while others can’t resist a happy face and a wagging tail.Still, there are a few breeds that almost always make it to the list. They’re known for their striking looks, but they’re also loved for their friendly and loyal nature.Here are five dog breeds that many people consider among the most beautiful in the world.Images: Canva (for representative purposes only) Source link

BHUBANESWAR: The state govt has initiated the process to appoint a new member (administration) in the Odisha Real Estate Regulatory Authority (ORERA), more than two months after the post fell vacant following the premature exit of the incumbent, who was appointed only about a year earlier. The development comes at a crucial time for ORERA, with the chairperson’s post in the Odisha Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (OREAT) also lying vacant since May. Stakeholders fear that prolonged vacancies in key positions could affect the pace of hearings and disposal of disputes involving homebuyers, developers and real estate projects.The member (administration) is…

Jalandhar (Punjab) , July 17 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of rail and road infrastructure projects worth over Rs 5,470 crore in Jalandhar. He inaugurated 75 redeveloped railway stations, including Jalandhar Cantt, under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme.The inauguration of 75 Amrit Stations across 20 states marks another significant milestone under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, one of the world’s largest station redevelopment programmes.Developed at a cost of about Rs 1,570 crore, these stations have been transformed into modern, passenger-friendly facilities. Redeveloped in the spirit of ‘Virasat Bhi, Vikas Bhi’, the stations incorporate…

Aries Horoscope TomorrowEnergy Tomorrow: Give and receive with graceHoroscope Tomorrow (Freepik)The day encourages balance, generosity, and meaningful exchanges. Whether it’s appreciation, financial support, helpful advice, or a new opportunity, you’ll see that kindness often comes back in unexpected ways. Be open to both giving and accepting support. Strong relationships and teamwork will help you move forward.Taurus Horoscope TomorrowEnergy Tomorrow: Your future is callingA new path begins to take shape. You may start thinking seriously about travel, higher studies, a career change, or a long-term goal. Instead of waiting for the perfect time, start making practical plans. Every big achievement begins…

Andy Burnham has been elected leader of the Labour Party, the centre-left party announced on Friday. He is set to become the next prime minister of the United Kingdom on Monday, formally replacing Kier Starmer.Burnham was the only contender in the leadership contest to replace departing Prime Minister Keir Starmer. He secured nominations from 379 of the 403 Labour lawmakers in the House of Commons, surpassing the threshold to proceed to the next stage.Home Secretary and Labour’s National Executive Committee (NEC) chair Shabana Mahmood made the announcement at a special party conference in London, stating that, “There was only one…

New Delhi: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Friday slammed Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar as a “complete weapon of mass destruction” for electoral rolls in the country and said the opposition would push for his removal as the poll panel chief.Opposition parties on April 24 had submitted a fresh notice in the Rajya Sabha seeking to move a motion for the removal of Kumar.The opposition’s fresh charges on Kumar’s “proved misbehaviour” included “continued partisan asymmetry in the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct”.Asked whether the opposition will push for action against Kumar on the notice submitted in April, Ramesh…

Alcon, the world’s largest eye care devices company, is sharpening its India strategy, identifying the country alongside China as one of its most important emerging growth markets.The $10.3-billion-revenue Swiss-American company will deepen investments in innovation, surgeon training, partnerships with eye care hospitals and its global capability centre, senior vice president Rajkumar Narayanan told ET’s Rica Bhattacharyya in an interview.It’s open to manufacturing in India in the future, he said. Rising eye care needs among younger Indians, with increasing myopia and dry eye disease among Gen Z and Gen Alpha amid prolonged screen exposure is a key growth driver for the…

Parliamentary panel asks Education Ministry to draw roadmap for remaining Institutions of Eminence, examine expansion of schemeNew Delhi: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Women, Children, Youth and Sports has reiterated its concern over the pace of implementing the Institutions of Eminence (IoE) scheme. The Committee on Thursday asked the Ministry of Education to prepare a time-bound roadmap for notifying the remaining institutions under the programme and examine the feasibility of expanding its ambit to include globally recognised institutions such as Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU).In its action-taken report, the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee said the Ministry’s response to its earlier…