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Japanese climbing fern came to the US as an ornamental; it now spreads across at least 6 Southern states, climbing over trees and helping fire reach their crownsJapanese climbing ferns, introduced for ornamental purposes, have proliferated across southern forests since the early 1900s. These ferns p...- Bringing gold jewellery, bars, coins from Dubai to India? Know how much a passenger can bring duty-freeA passenger who has been abroad for at least 6 months can bring up to 1 kg of gold, including bars, coins and ornaments, by paying a conces...
- In 1927, the US brought in weeping lovegrass for cattle and erosion control; one strain was later planted across 2 million acres of Oklahoma and TexasInitially introduced to the U.S. in the 1930s to alleviate soil erosion caused by the Dust Bowl, weeping lovegrass rapidly expanded across ...
- Ramayana ending explained: Does Rama find Sita? Jatayu’s final moments, post-credits scene and what to expect in Part 2Ramayana Part 1 has been released in theatres. The film explores Rama’s life leading to Sita's abduction by Ravana. Viewers praised the fil...
- Gold jewellery at home: How much can you keep without fear of Income Tax seizure?People can legally own gold without a prescribed maximum quantity if they explain its source. The Income Tax Department has guidelines rega...
- Scientists mixed just 3% volcanic ash into forest soil in a UC San Diego experiment; coleus plants grew roughly three times as much as plants in untreated soilAt UC San Diego, researchers have made an exciting discovery: adding volcanic ash to soil can significantly enhance plant growth. Their stu...
- Diwali 2026 Gift Ideas: What India Is Actually Buying This Year — From Gourmet Hampers to Smart GadgetsIn 2026, Diwali gifting trends are shifting towards practical and personalized choices, moving away from the classic sweets. Gifts in deman...
- Yamadeep Daan on Dhanteras 2026: Why One Diya Is Lit for Lord Yama, Not Goddess LakshmiDhanteras, celebrated on November 6, 2026, encompasses several meaningful rituals, one of which is the Yamadeep Daan. This involves lightin...
- ‘Moved’ by Greece's quest to reacquire ‘stolen sculptures of the Parthenon,’ a Chilean engineer brought a marble to officials; archaeologists find it belonged to an even older temple razed by PersiansEnrico Tosti-Croce unearthed a marble fragment believed to originate from the Parthenon, a relic from his father. With the ongoing debate s...
- Bank loans against fixed deposits surge 53% to Rs 2.17 lakh crore on FCNR-B leverage playBy the close of September, loans against fixed deposits experienced a striking 53% year-on-year spike, reaching Rs 2.17 lakh crore. The dem...
- Halloween and giant skeletons: How America's towering decorations are escaping the spooky season to steal the spotlight at Christmas, Valentine's Day and other unexpected holidaysGiant skeleton decorations have become popular outside homes, extending their use beyond Halloween into other holidays. Homeowners are cust...
- Rs 14.38 lakh worth of gold recovered from this woman who was stealing jewellery from Mumbai local train passengers; how police caught herThe Kalyan GRP unit has arrested a 36-year-old woman accused of stealing gold jewellery from female passengers travelling on Mumbai local t...
- Ramayana jewellery decoded: The story behind 4,500 pieces inspired by Indian art and temples for Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and YashRamayana Part 1, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, will be released worldwide on November 5. The film features a cast including Ranbir Kapoor, Sai...
- Maharashtra man steals 15 tolas of uncle’s gold to buy new Thar, arrested after inviting him to car's pujaA 19-year-old man in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, was arrested for allegedly stealing 15 tolas of gold jewellery worth Rs 10 lakh from his uncle ...
- Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Rs 5.38 crore Mumbai home blends zen vibes with European charm. Inside the 1,500 sq ft property with ocean-inspired walls and marble accentsOriginally from Uttar Pradesh, Yashasvi Jaiswal moved to Mumbai to chase his dreams of becoming a cricketer. He now lives in a luxurious 1,...
- Anilkumar Bolla, Rs 240 crore UAE lottery winner who became a multi-millionaire says the biggest change in his life is being able to spend more time with familyAnilkumar Bolla UAE lottery winner: Indian expat Anilkumar Bolla won the UAE Lottery’s Dh100 million jackpot in October 2025. A year later,...
- Jindal Stainless Q2 net profit rises 11% to Rs 898 croreJindal Stainless has revised its FY27 volume growth outlook to 4-6%, down from the previous 7-9% forecast, due to declining sales. Despite ...
- In the late 1800s, America imported Japanese hops for medicine and gardens; escaped vines can now form 4-foot-thick blankets with thousands of plants per acreIntroduced to the United States in the late 1800s, Japanese hops were initially valued for their ornamental and medicinal qualities. Howeve...
- In the late 1800s, Americans planted lesser celandine for its bright yellow flowers; it escaped gardens, reached 31 states and covered 400 acres in one Ohio parkLesser celandine, once embraced for its beauty, has turned into a significant environmental challenge across multiple regions. This invasiv...
- In the 1950s, California brought in Cape ivy as an ornamental vine; it spread across 500,000+ acres, cutting native seedling variety by as much as 95%Cape ivy, introduced to California in the 1950s for ornamental purposes, has turned into a destructive invasive species. Its rapid growth s...
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