'Our mother tongue is as pure as our mother': Vijay moves Tamil state song resolution

Why THAAD and Patriot Missile Systems Are Critical to US Defense Strategy

THAAD and Patriot interceptors are advanced missile defense systems in high global demand amid ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia. Both systems are designed to counter ballistic missile threats and are considered vital assets in modern warfare. The United States relies heavily on these interceptors as part of its island defense strategy against potential Chinese aggression. Sustained conflicts have been drawing down existing stockpiles of these systems at a significant pace. In response, the US has ramped up production efforts to meet growing strategic and international defense requirements.

Why cockroach traps fail: Newborns learn their colony’s smell from feces

Modi praises Lovlina Borgohain for objecting to distorted India map at CWG

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Indian athletes following the Commonwealth Games to celebrate their achievements. He specifically praised boxer Lovlina Borgohain for speaking out against a distorted depiction of India's map during the games. Weightlifter Mirabai Chanu also shared the emotional story behind her gold medal victory at the gathering. Athletes used the informal meeting to recount their personal experiences and accomplishments from the games. Modi emphasized that the athletes' medals serve as a powerful source of inspiration for India's younger generation.

Melville Island Declared Fire-Ant Free After 20-Year Eradication Effort

Melville Island, part of Australia's Tiwi Islands, has been declared free of invasive tropical fire ants following two decades of sustained eradication work. Indigenous rangers led the effort, using targeted methods to locate nests and apply precise treatments to eliminate the species. The campaign has helped protect vulnerable wildlife and fragile local ecosystems from the damage fire ants cause. The success highlights the effectiveness of indigenous-led land management in tackling environmental threats. Conservationists regard the outcome as a significant milestone in collaborative habitat preservation.