Many traditional homes used lime or mud plaster on walls instead of cement. Lime plaster reflects sunlight and has natural cooling properties. It also allows moisture exchange between the wall and the air, which helps regulate indoor temperatures. This breathable coating not only improves comfort but also increases the durability of the walls while maintaining…
uppsc pcs exam declaration The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has declared the final results of the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2024 on the official website, uppsc.up.nic.in. A total of 932 candidates have been recommended for appointment against 947 vacancies across 24 posts. The result follows a multi-stage selection process that tested…
The war in Iran is now inflicting heavy economic damage across the wider Middle East, with the region’s tourism and travel industry losing an estimated $600 million a day as airspace closures and security fears disrupt international travel.According to estimates by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) cited by the BBC, the losses are…
NEW DELHI: Senior executives of some of the highway construction companies told TOI that the increase has started impacting the road construction cost as bitumen and fuel expenses are around 30% of the project cost. “Since the commercial diesel price is revised from time to time, we are worried whether there will be another round…
The Shroud of Turin is an ancient linen cloth that bears a negative image of a man and is considered by many to be Jesus Christ’s burial shroud. There has been an intense amount of debate about the shroud’s authenticity. However, with the recent genomic breakthroughs involving the analysis of the environmental DNA (eDNA) particles…
SRINAGAR: Over 3,000 govt schools in J&K have had zero or less than 10 students since 2022, education minister Sakina Itoo told the assembly on Saturday.Of the 3,192 such schools,1494 are in Jammu division and 1,698 in Kashmir, National Conference’s (NC) Itoo said in a written reply to a question from BJP legislator RS Pathania.In…
COMEDK UGET 2026 registration deadline extended The COMEDK UGET 2026 registration deadline has been extended to March 20, 2026, providing engineering aspirants additional time to submit their applications. Candidates seeking admission to undergraduate engineering programmes in private colleges across Karnataka can complete the application process through the official website of the Consortium of Medical, Engineering…
Imtiaz Ali’s ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’, starring Diljit Dosanjh, Sharvari, Vedang Raina, and Naseeruddin Shah, reveals its first look, evoking a nostalgic love story. The film’s teaser drops Friday, with release set for June 12, 2026. Produced by Applause Entertainment and Window Seat Films, it reunites A.R. Rahman and Irshad Kamil. The makers of Imtiaz Ali’s…
On the edge of the Danube River in Budapest, there is a memorial that often stops people in their tracks. Visitors walking along the riverbank near the Hungarian Parliament building suddenly notice dozens of old-style shoes scattered along the concrete embankment. Some look like men’s work boots. Others resemble elegant women’s heels. A few are…
The BCCI has announced the full schedule for IPL 2026. The 19th edition of the tournament will begin on March 28, with the final scheduled to be played on May 31. The last league match will take place on May 24. A total of 74 matches will be played this season, with each team playing…