Author: BharatSpeaks
In a discovery that could reshape our understanding of the cosmos, Dr. Nikku Madhusudhan, an Indian-origin astrophysicist based in the UK, has led a scientific breakthrough pointing to the possible existence of life beyond Earth. His team at the University of Cambridge has found compelling chemical evidence of potential biological activity on an exoplanet called K2-18b, located approximately 120 light-years away in the Leo constellation. The discovery, made using NASA’s most advanced space observatory — the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) — is being hailed as one of the most promising signs of extraterrestrial life ever detected. From Varanasi to…
As India’s metros grapple with water scarcity, one Bengaluru resident has quietly found a way to make every drop count. Prabhat Vijayan, a 45-year-old tech manager living in Horamavu, built a DIY setup to collect and reuse reverse osmosis (RO) wastewater, saving his household nearly 24,000 litres of water every year. In a city where borewells are drying and water tankers charge up to Rs 1,000, Prabhat’s model offers a simple, cost-effective path to conservation — one that any urban resident can replicate. What Is RO Wastewater and Why Is It Wasted? Most homes today rely on RO purifiers for…
In February 2000, Krishnaveni Bangara stood anxiously outside a hospital in Chennai, awaiting the arrival of her first grandchild. In her hands were two hand-stitched newborn kits — one pink, one blue — prepared with love and care. Moments later, when she heard it was a girl, she handed over the pink set. The doctor noticed. That moment, born out of love and readiness, became the unexpected start of Kitty’s Care, a babywear venture that has lasted 24 years and empowered Krishnaveni with independence, purpose, and pride. From Grandmother to Entrepreneur After the delivery, Dr Shantha, the gynaecologist, asked Krishnaveni…
In a decision that reinforces India’s constitutional pluralism and cultural diversity, the Supreme Court of India on Tuesday upheld the use of Urdu on a signboard belonging to a municipal council in Akola district, Maharashtra, stating unequivocally that “language belongs to a community, to a region, to people — and not to a religion.” The ruling came in response to a petition challenging a Bombay High Court judgment that permitted the use of Urdu alongside Marathi on the Patur Municipal Council office signage. The petitioner, a former councillor, had argued that including Urdu was impermissible under state laws governing official…
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has officially released the CA Intermediate and Final May 2025 exam admit cards. Candidates can now download their admit cards from the official website: eservices.icai.org. The exams will be conducted between May 2 and May 14, 2025, for Intermediate and Final courses. The CA Foundation exams are scheduled for May 15 to 21, 2025. Steps to Download ICAI CA Admit Card 2025 To access your admit card, follow these steps: Go to eservices.icai.org Click on the admit card link for CA Inter or CA Final (May 2025) Enter your registration number and…
Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav visited Tikrwara village in Mandla district to release the 23rd installment of the Ladli Behna Yojana. During the state-level event, he announced Rs 232 crore worth of development works to reshape the future of Mandla. In his address, he emphasized the government’s continued support for women, calling them central to the state’s vision for inclusive growth. He urged people to move away from regressive traditions like dowry and ritualistic feasts after death (mrityu bhoj). What Is Ladli Behna Yojana? The Ladli Behna Yojana is a financial support scheme for women, aimed at improving their economic…