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In 1882, an American woman inventor came up with a design which helped in saving numerous lives and laying the foundation for modern life rafts: How Maria E. Beasley changed the future?- In 1942, a German U-boat sank SS Benlomond, leaving Chinese sailor Poon Lim alone in the Atlantic on an eight-foot raft; after surviving 133 days on fish, birds, and rainwater, he was rescued near Brazil and said, “I hope no one will ever have to break that record”
- In 1966, Florida ecologists covered mangrove islands with giant tents and fumigated every insect, then watched life rebuild from nothing
- In 1989, a Japanese oyster farmer began planting trees in the mountains to save his dying bay; the river cleared, and marine life returnedJapanese oyster farmer Shigeatsu Hatakeyama restored his bay by planting trees. Healthy forests upstream provided essential nutrients for o...29 Jul, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
- 'Miracle on the Hudson': Why American pilot Sully's river landing that saved 155 passengers on a US Airways flight is one of aviation's greatest feats'Miracle on the Hudson': US Airways Flight 1549 made an emergency landing on the Hudson River. Captain Chesley Sullenberger piloted the jet...29 Jul, 2026, 09.28 AM IST
- Dozens feared dead after passenger ferry sinks off coast of GuyanaA ferry carrying 133 people capsized near Guyana's coast. Authorities managed to rescue 67 individuals; however, dozens are still missing a...20 Jul, 2026, 09.04 AM IST
- Psychology says people who like adventure activities and are always ready to feel the thrill aren't reckless: What this behavior really means?Psychology says people who like adventure activities and are always ready to feel the thrill aren't always careless or irresponsible. Resea...07 Jul, 2026, 01.32 AM IST
- Maharashtra FDA bans serving food in newspapers, issues statewide food safety orderMaharashtra FDA has launched 'Safe Food, Healthy Maharashtra' banning food served on newspapers and enforcing strict hygiene. Hotels, resta...25 Jun, 2026, 12.18 PM IST
- France restricts public alcohol consumption, outdoor sports as heat wave bakes parts of EuropeFrance is bracing for a severe heatwave, deploying emergency services and military forces as temperatures soar. Authorities are restricting...21 Jun, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
- White House says Trump to meet PM Modi in France; no word from Indian side yetPresident Trump and Prime Minister Modi are set to meet in France. This meeting comes as US forces have attacked merchant ships carrying In...15 Jun, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
- US Centcom says US Navy helped rescue 14 Indian mariners in north Arabian SeaA US Navy helicopter has rescued fourteen Indian mariners in the Northern Arabian Sea. The rescue followed a distress call from the strande...14 Jun, 2026, 11.45 PM IST
- US Navy coordinates rescue of 14 Indian nationals from sinking dhow off Oman coastA major operation was launched off Oman to rescue 14 Indian crew members from the sinking vessel Virat 1. After detecting the emergency, th...14 Jun, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
- India needs to remain attractive for innovation-led investment: Judith Love, NovartisWith an eye on India's blossoming market, Novartis is set to launch pioneering therapies, including radioligand and gene therapies. The com...12 Jun, 2026, 12.37 AM IST
- No WiFi, no proper roads: In Rishikesh, architect brothers built a Harry Potter-inspired mud house, complete with jungle trails and Ganga viewsA magical mud house in Rishikesh, inspired by Harry Potter's Hagrid's hut, offers a unique escape from urban life. Built by architect broth...01 Jun, 2026, 08.17 AM IST
- Europe is facing up to a painful vulnerability to drone warfareA Russian drone crash in Romania highlights Europe's struggle with modern aerial warfare. Drone incidents are now a near-daily occurrence a...30 May, 2026, 04.35 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Mae West: 'Getting married is like trading the adoration of many for the sarcasm of one...' - A witty observation about the shift from romance to reality in married life, by one of America's boldest starsMae West’s famous quote about marriage reflects her trademark mix of humour and sharp social observation that made her one of old Hollywood...29 May, 2026, 08.44 PM IST
- Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on FridayDomestic equity benchmarks ended marginally lower for a second consecutive session as weakness in financial, IT and energy shares offset ga...28 May, 2026, 09.16 PM IST
- Indian Navy locates capsized Chinese fishing vessel, life raftThe distant-water fishing vessel "Lupeng Yuanyu 028", owned by Penglai Jinglu Fishery Co Ltd based in Shandong province, capsized early on ...19 May, 2023, 06.22 PM IST
- The life raftIf one has fortunately found a raft and understood its purpose and how it works, crossing a river is not a problem any more.01 Jun, 2012, 05.18 AM IST
- 25 Indians on board Panama vessel feared deadTwenty-five Indians on board the Panamanian cargo vessel 'MV Rezzak' are feared dead, a top official in Directorate General of Shipping her...24 Feb, 2008, 03.22 PM IST
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