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In 1873, San Francisco tested underground cable cars for hills too steep for horse-drawn streetcars; the city’s cable cars still climb those streets todaySan Francisco's cable cars represent a rich part of the city's heritage, facing elimination on two notable occasions. Inventor Andrew Smith...
In 1890, engineers connected two English towns separated by a cliff; the water-powered railway still carries passengers more than 135 years laterThe Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway, a marvel of engineering since 1890, ingeniously employs gravity and river water to transport two car...
In 1976, New York suspended a tram over the East River because another subway tunnel was too expensive; the Roosevelt Island Tram still links the island to ManhattanConstructed in 1976, New York City's Roosevelt Island Tramway began as a temporary fix meant to serve until a new subway line was completed...
In 1882, Portugal built a water-powered lift up the Bom Jesus hillside; the unusual system still climbs the slope using gravity instead of motorsThe Elevador do Bom Jesus in Portugal showcases enduring ingenuity, operating on the remarkable principle of water power since its inceptio...
In 1901, Los Angeles opened Angels Flight up a 33% Bunker Hill slope; by 1952, the short railway was credited with more than 100 million passengersFor over 120 years, Angels Flight has delighted visitors as a historic funicular railway in Los Angeles. Constructed by Colonel J.W. Eddy, ...
In 1888, Hong Kong opened a cable railway up Victoria Peak after sedan chairs made the steep climb slow and difficult; the Peak Tram still carries visitors up the mountainThe iconic Peak Tram of Hong Kong, which began operations in 1888, creates a mesmerizing optical illusion as it climbs the steep mountain s...
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos may rally over 21%, according to analystsWith the US market shedding weight overnight, the probability is high that Thursday will see another day of choppy trading. The best way to...
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 23%As oil prices move up again, how will things pan out for the Indian market? Will it be a standalone underperformer? Or is it just a phase w...
Seattle’s new I-90 light rail opened in March; 5 months later, about 2,000 fish have died near electrical equipment in Lake WashingtonSeattle's new light rail service across Lake Washington has coincided with thousands of fish deaths. Investigations are underway to determi...
Train passengers, a major safety upgrade is coming: Rs 170 crore approved for a project covering another 712 km of tracksRailways has approved the deployment of Kavach Version 4.0 across 712 route kilometres in the Moradabad Division. The rollout will strength...
Ather launches Konarc electric scooter at ₹99,999 with 200 km range, 10-year battery warrantyThe new Konarc electric scooter by Ather Energy is now on the market, starting at ₹99,999. This model features the innovative EL platform a...
These large-, mid- and small-cap stocks can give more than 20% return in 1 year, according to analystsEven if the ongoing conflict in the Gulf settles anytime soon (and we certainly hope it does), don’t be surprised if the Nifty and Sensex r...
For investors who can hold stocks for 1 to 2 years: 6 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with an upside potential up to 21%The markets have been uncomfortable for some months now, with troubles originating largely from outside the country. Higher crude prices be...
These large-, mid- and small-cap stocks can give more than 20% return in 1 year, according to analystsOver the next few trading sessions, the direction of the Nifty and Sensex will be determined by two things. One is, of course, the US-Iran ...
For those with an investment horizon of over 1 year: 5 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with upside potential up to 30%For a while now, the world's risk appetite has been pouring into one story above all others: The AI trade, and into markets most tied to it...
For investors with some patience: 6 mid-cap stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 20%The world is facing challenges and India is no different. The fact is that, in today’s world, managements that have lived through such cris...
110-quadrillion-kilometer fungal network moves CO₂ equal to about 11% of annual human emissions into soil each yearAn intricate web of tiny fungal threads stretches underground, connecting plants around the world. These microorganisms are essential, shar...
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analystsThe next time uncertainty over the firing of missiles in the Gulf region makes you anxious, remember this: It is not the first time that gl...
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analystsAfter four days of relative outperformance, the Indian market is seemingly in trouble: Both the indices (the Nifty and Sensex) and market b...
Dozens rescued after being stranded overnight in world’s highest Cable Car systems due to technical glitchAuthorities dedicated nearly 10 hours to a meticulous rescue operation to save 75 individuals and solve the technical glitch