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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has turned down a demand by opposition leader Udhayanidhi Stalin for an all-party meeting over the Cauvery water dispute, including the Mekedatu Dam issue. Vijay asserted that his government would not compromise on the state's Cauvery water rights under any circumstances. He noted that Tamil Nadu's stance on the matter had already been formally communicated to the Prime Minister. The opposition raised concerns over water release, prompting the call for a broader political consultation. Vijay urged the opposition to refrain from politicizing what he described as a serious and sensitive water dispute.
A Hyderabad-based founder hired a taxi driver with limited formal education as his very first employee. Believing in the individual's potential, the founder chose to invest in his growth over time. After approximately ten years with the company, the employee has risen to lead the procurement department. His role now covers operations across India, reflecting remarkable career advancement. The founder used this example to illustrate his belief that true workplace culture means recognizing and nurturing overlooked talent.
A single introduction of Wels catfish into Spain's Ebro River by German biologist Roland Lorkowsky in 1974 has led to a major ecological crisis decades later. The species has established itself as a dominant predator in the river, putting native wildlife under serious threat. Their large size and aggressive feeding habits make population control extremely difficult for conservationists. Climate change is expected to further enable the species to spread across European waterways. Experts now consider the complete eradication of Wels catfish from the region to be virtually impossible.
A medieval abbot's kneecap and a floor tile have been returned to Glastonbury Abbey in England after being missing for over 70 years. The items were originally taken by an 11-year-old schoolboy during an archaeological dig at the site. The boy kept the relics for decades after emigrating to Australia. Following her husband's death in 2025, his widow arranged for the artefacts to be returned to the abbey.
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