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Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot Saturday administered the oath of office to Justice Vibhu Bakhru, the new Chief Justice of the Karnataka High Court. The ceremony was conducted at the Raj Bhavan in Bengaluru and attended by several dignitaries, including Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar. Chief Justice Bakhru’s posting had come after a May 26 meeting of the Supreme Court collegium and was announced amid a series of transfers to and from several high courts. Originally hailing from Nagpur, Chief Justice Bakhru had practiced as an advocate in Delhi since 1990, obtaining a senior designation in…

In a significant setback for the Mumbai Emerging Team, their opening batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi has been ruled out of the ongoing England tour after sustaining a thumb injury. The promising Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter suffered a minor fracture to his right thumb and has returned to India to undergo treatment. The Mumbai Emerging Team, captained by Suryansh Shedge, began their month-long tour of England on June 28. Organised by the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA), the tour is designed to give young cricketers the chance to develop their skills and gain valuable exposure in overseas playing conditions. According to a…

Kailey Schwerman/Showtime No one is safe in “Yellowjackets,” as evidenced by the fact that multiple main characters have been killed off since the show debuted. One of the most emotional deaths came at the end of Season 2, when Natalie Scatorccio (Juliette Lewis) dies via an accidental injection of phenobarbital delivered by Misty Quigley (Christina Ricci), causing her to have a death vision in which she’s trapped on the crashing plane once again. But the character’s demise was apparently preplanned from the moment Lewis signed on, which is likely why it…

For years, pythons have been observed consuming their prey whole, bones and all. While many carnivores are limited to digesting only the flesh of their prey, pythons have evolved a unique way of breaking down animal skeletons for the valuable calcium they provide. Recent research has identified a new type of cell in their intestines that plays a key role in this remarkable ability, offering insights into the biology of digestion in snakes. New Cell Discovery in Pythons Researchers at the University of Montpellier have uncovered a previously unknown cell type in the intestines of Burmese pythons. These cells, which…

On 18th July 2025, the European Union imposed its 18th round of sanctions on Russia. One of the major announcements was a sanction on India’s Vadinar oil refinery in Gujarat owned by Nayara Energy, a firm in which Russia’s Rosneft has 49% stake. They also designated Indian flag register, which means ships bearing Indian flags can be targeted if suspected of transporting Russian oil. EU also lowered the cap on Russian oil prices to 15% below market prices, to hit the oil revenue earned by Russia. However, the union has not banned buying Russian Oil. It only said that Russian…

A few Indian players are reportedly set to withdraw from the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 match against Pakistan, which is scheduled to take place on July 20 at Edgbaston, Birmingham. According to information obtained by Sports Tak, two to three prominent Indian cricketers are highly unlikely to feature in the highly anticipated clash. The match comes at a time of heightened political and military tension between India and Pakistan. Public sentiment in India is overwhelmingly against any form of sporting engagement with Pakistan following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of innocent civilians. In…

A secretive lab within Alphabet, the parent company of Google, is on the verge of testing its first human clinical trials for cancer drugs designed entirely by artificial intelligence. Isomorphic Labs, founded by the team behind DeepMind’s groundbreaking AlphaFold, is pushing forward with this ambitious goal, raising both excitement and skepticism about AI’s role in the future of medicine. The promise of AI-driven healthcare innovation is immense. For decades, the development of new drugs has been a slow, expensive process, often taking more than a decade and billions of dollars to bring a single drug to market. However, with AI…

Veteran Indian pacer Mohammed Shami is reportedly on track for a return to domestic cricket after being included in Bengal’s list of 50 probables for the upcoming season. According to ESPNCricinfo, Shami could also feature in the East Zone team for the season-opening Duleep Trophy, which is scheduled to begin on August 28. The tournament, which returns to its traditional inter-zonal format, may mark Shami’s comeback to competitive cricket if he makes the final squad. Shami was left out of the 18-member Indian squad for the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy after the BCCI’s medical team informed the board that the 34-year-old…

Veteran batter Cheteshwar Pujara recently shared his combined India-England Test XI of the 21st century, notably omitting several iconic figures from both sides. Among those left out were Indian greats Sachin Tendulkar and MS Dhoni, as well as England legends Alastair Cook and James Anderson. India are currently on a tour of England for a five-match Test series, with the hosts currently leading 2-1 after three Tests. Pujara, though not officially retired from international cricket, is not part of the Indian squad. His most recent Test appearance came during the 2023 World Test Championship final against Australia. About Lineup While…

The monsoon season brings refreshing rains and cooler air, but it also invites a host of seasonal illnesses like colds, flu, stomach infections, and skin problems. With increased humidity and water contamination, our immunity takes a hit making it essential to build strong health habits during this time. Here are 5 simple yet powerful habits you can follow to stay healthy and illness-free during Monsoon 2025:- 1. Boost Your Immunity with Seasonal Foods Monsoon is the perfect time to strengthen your immune system through nutrition. Add vitamin C-rich fruits like oranges, amla (Indian gooseberry), and lemons to your diet. Include…