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Who was G.N. Ramachandran? Scientist who made three world-changing discoveries but never received a Nobel or Padma award
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Who was G.N. Ramachandran? Scientist who made three world-changing discoveries but never received a Nobel or Padma award

Gopalasamudram Narayana Ramachandran was a brilliant Indian scientist. His work revolutionized protein structure and medical imaging. Ramachandran's discoveries include the collagen triple helix and the Ramachandran plot. His methods enabled 3D reconstruction from X-rays, the basis for CT scans. Despite his impact, he did not receive major Indian awards. His legacy continues to shape modern biology and medicine.

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2025 Mahindra Bolero Neo Facelift Vs XUV 3XO: Which Small SUV To Get?
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2025 Mahindra Bolero Neo Facelift Vs XUV 3XO: Which Small SUV To Get?

Mahindra is known as an SUV specialist and it makes several of them including two sub 4m SUVs which include the XUV 3XO and the Bolero Neo. Both are below 4m but are different. The XUV 3XO is slightly longer than the Bolero Neo but the Neo is a ladder frame SUV which marks it out. Styling wise, the Bolero Neo facelift is boxy and looks more old school over the XUV 3XO which has a more modern small SUV stance. The interiors too are different with the XUV 3XO having a new cabin while the Bolero Neo has a boxy utilitarian one. The Neo facelift though has more features now thanks to a bigger screen but again cant compete with the XUV 3XO in terms of tech or features. That said, the Bolero Neo has its own charm and that's the appeal. The XUV 3XO has many options including a turbo petrol along with an automatic while the Bolero Neo is manual only. Hence, the rear drive tough body on frame mechanicals means that the Bolero Neo is for those who need a tough and no-nonsense SUV but within 4m. The XUV 3XO is a completely different car with a focus on space, technology and performance. The XUV 3XO is the spacious city slicker while the Neo is the tough and rugged SUV with a simpler ethos. The Bolero Neo is priced at Rs 8.49 lakh starting and goes on till Rs 9.99 lakh. The XUV 3XO meanwhile is priced between Rs 7.2 to Rs 14.4 lakh. Hence, while both SUVs may be below 4m, they are very different from each other. 

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The Red Sea vanished from Earth for 100,000 years: What brought it back will astonish you
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The Red Sea vanished from Earth for 100,000 years: What brought it back will astonish you

Millions of years ago, the Red Sea vanished, becoming a vast salt desert for 100,000 years. Around 6.2 million years ago, a colossal flood dramatically refilled the basin, carving the Bab el-Mandab Strait and restoring its vibrant marine life. This ancient desiccation and subsequent revival underscore the ocean's remarkable resilience and the profound impact of geological forces.

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Can gold grow on trees? Scientists find nature’s hidden gold-making process
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Can gold grow on trees? Scientists find nature’s hidden gold-making process

Finnish researchers discovered tiny gold nanoparticles within Norway spruce needles, a process seemingly driven by microbes. Specific bacteria, living in biofilms inside the needles, transform soluble gold from soil into solid particles. This groundbreaking finding could revolutionize gold exploration, making it greener and more sustainable by using plants as indicators and potentially for metal recovery.

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Tesla Trails BYD As Chinese EV Giant Tops Global Sales Charts In 2025
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Tesla Trails BYD As Chinese EV Giant Tops Global Sales Charts In 2025

Chinese automaker BYD has overtaken Tesla in global electric vehicle (EV) sales through the first nine months of 2025, pulling ahead by a decisive margin and rewriting the pecking order of the world’s EV market. According to data released by both companies, BYD delivered a staggering 1.61 million battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) between January and September, leaving Tesla’s 1.22 million in the rear-view mirror, a lead of 388,000 units, reported Gizmochina. China’s BYD Powers Ahead as Tesla’s Growth Stalls BYD’s rise is nothing short of electric. The company’s sales jumped 37 per cent year-on-year, while Tesla’s global deliveries dipped 6 per cent. This marks the fourth consecutive quarter where BYD has outsold Tesla in worldwide BEV sales, a clear signal that the balance of power in the EV world is shifting. Even though Tesla logged a record-breaking quarter between July and September, delivering 497,100 cars globally, it still couldn’t match BYD’s momentum. BYD shipped an even higher 582,500 BEVs during the same period, tightening its grip on the top spot. Tesla did enjoy a last-minute boost in the US, as customers scrambled to secure EV subsidies that expired at the end of September. The American carmaker also saw excitement in China following the launch of its Model Y L, a six-seat long-wheelbase SUV that racked up 120,000 orders soon after release. Yet, the brand continues to face growing competition in Europe and Australia, where local and Chinese rivals are making rapid inroads. Different Playbooks, Same Race While Tesla stays true to its pure BEV lineup, BYD’s strategy is a mix of battery-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, giving it an edge in markets where EV infrastructure remains patchy. This dual-pronged approach has allowed BYD to maintain healthy sales volumes despite aggressive price wars in China’s fiercely contested EV segment. Analysts now expect BYD to deliver around 2.17 million BEVs by year-end, with Tesla projected to close 2025 near 1.61 million units. Elon Musk Eyes the Future Tesla CEO Elon Musk has cautioned investors about a “rough few quarters” as the company pivots focus towards autonomous driving and robotics, areas yet to deliver major financial returns. Meanwhile, BYD’s broad product portfolio and affordable pricing have helped it capture a larger slice of the global EV pie. As the company expands deeper into Europe, Southeast Asia, and Latin America, all eyes are now on whether it can keep the momentum in 2026.

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167-million-year-old fossil of Breugnathair elgolensis reveals how snakes first evolved from lizards
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167-million-year-old fossil of Breugnathair elgolensis reveals how snakes first evolved from lizards

A remarkable fossil, Breugnathair elgolensis, unearthed on Scotland's Isle of Skye, offers crucial insights into snake evolution. This 167-million-year-old reptile exhibits a unique blend of lizard-like bodies and limbs with snake-like jaws and teeth, challenging previous assumptions. The discovery bridges the evolutionary gap, revealing how ancient lizards transformed into the slithering predators of today.

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EV Costs To Match Petrol Car Prices Soon, Confirms Union Minister Nitin Gadkari
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EV Costs To Match Petrol Car Prices Soon, Confirms Union Minister Nitin Gadkari

Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday said the prices of electric vehicles (EVs) in India are expected to be on par with those of petrol-powered vehicles within the next four to six months. The minister said India's dependence on fossil fuels is both an economic burden, as Rs 22 lakh crore is spent annually on fuel imports and an environmental hazard, making clean energy adoption crucial for the country's progress. "Within the next 4-6 months, the cost of electric vehicles will be equivalent to the cost of petrol vehicles," Gadkari said, while addressing the 20th FICCI Higher Education Summit 2025. Further, the minister said, "Within five years, our target is to make India's automobile industry the number 1 in the world," the minister said. "When I took charge as transport minister, the size of the Indian automobile industry was Rs 14 lakh crore. The size of the Indian automobile industry now is Rs 22 lakh crore," Gadkari added. Presently, the size of the US automobile industry is Rs 78 lakh crore, followed by China (Rs 47 lakh crore) and India (Rs 22 lakh crore). Gadkari pointed out that farmers have earned an additional Rs 45,000 crore by producing ethanol from corn. Furthermore, the minister said that "We have initiated a programme under which we aim to use the entire segregated solid waste in the country in road construction by 2027, thereby creating value from the waste." Highlighting the importance of higher education and skill development, the minister said that a futuristic vision for development with appropriate knowledge is the need of the hour, and India's strength lies in its young, talented and skilled manpower compared to any other nation. "This is a big strength of India, and by using this strength, if we are successful in giving them the right education, right skills, then we can move ahead in the world," he said. Additionally, the minister stated that higher education institutions should also focus on including and adopting successful innovative technologies in the curriculum, and practical application to strengthen future planning.  (This report has been published as part of the auto-generated syndicate wire feed. Apart from the headline, no editing has been done in the copy by ABP Live.)

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Navratri Car Sales Jump 35% YoY: GST Cuts And Festive Demand Boost Auto Retail
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Navratri Car Sales Jump 35% YoY: GST Cuts And Festive Demand Boost Auto Retail

Passenger vehicle retail sales shot up 35 per cent year-on-year during the nine-day Navratri period this year, helping the overall registrations last month grow 6 per cent, as offtakes remained muted in the first 21 days of the month and only took off after the roll-out of new GST rates on September 22, dealer' body FADA said on Tuesday. Overall passenger vehicle retails in the auspicious period stood at 2,17,744 units as compared with 1,61,443 units in the Navratri period last year. The bumper sale led to the passenger vehicle retail sales rise to 2,99,369 units in September, a modest growth of 6 per cent as against 2,82,945 units in the same month last year, as customers eyeing price cuts after new GST rate roll-out post September 22, postponed buys in the first half of the month. "September 2025 was an exceptionally unique month for India's automobile retail industry. The first three weeks were largely muted, with customers holding back in anticipation of the GST 2.0 reforms. However, the dynamics changed dramatically in the final week as Navratri festivities coincided with the implementation of lower GST rates, reviving customer sentiment and accelerating deliveries across most vehicle categories," FADA Vice President Sai Giridhar said in a statement. As a result, the month ended with an overall 5 per cent year on year (YoY) growth, with all segments -- except three-wheelers and construction equipment --showing positive momentum, he added. The Navratri period witnessed record-breaking footfalls at dealerships and subsequent deliveries, he noted. The reduction in GST rates, coupled with festive demand, led to renewed enquiries and bookings, although limited billing days restricted the full potential of the rebound, the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) said. The momentum built in the closing days of September will carry forward into Deepawali, marking a promising end to the 42-days festive period, it added. Two-wheeler retail sales last month stood at 12,87,735 units, an increase of 7 per cent year-on-year against 12,08,996 units in September 2024. In the Navratri period, sales grew 36 per cent to 8,35,364 units as compared with 6,14,460 units in the same period last year. Two-wheeler retails were powered by affordability improvements, festive offers, and pent-up demand finally translating into retail joy, FADA stated. Three-wheeler retail sales last month stood at 98,866 units, a dip of 7 per cent as compared with 1,06,534 units in September last year. Navratri period saw retails of 46,204 units, a jump of 25 per cent as against 37,097 units in the year-ago period. Commercial vehicle sales rose 3 per cent to 72,124 units last month as against 70,254 units in the same month last year. The segment sales during the Navratri period saw a jump of 15 per cent year-on-year to 33,856 units. Tractor retail sales grew 4 per cent annually to 64,785 units in September. Navratri period witnessed a 19 per cent jump in retails at 21,604 units as against 18,203 units in the year-ago period. Overall sales last month, across segments, stood at 18,27,337 units, an increase of 5 per cent against 17,36,760 units in September 2024. Likewise, overall Navratri sales rose 34 per cent to 11,56,935 units as against 8,63,327 units last year. FADA noted that India stands at the cusp of what promises to be its most spectacular 42-day festive season in history. With GST 2.0 rate cuts transforming affordability and confidence across every income segment, the nation's auto retail sector has entered an unprecedented growth phase, it added. The combination of above-normal monsoon rains, a strong kharif harvest, and stable policy rates have boosted both rural and urban purchasing power, it said. This unique alignment of favourable economic, climatic, and policy factors is set to propel sentiment to record levels, turning this Dhanteras and Deepawali into a celebration not just of light, but of renewed mobility aspirations across India, it stated. Affordable prices post-GST 2.0, coupled with aggressive OEM offers and easy finance availability, have drawn a new wave of first-time buyers into showrooms, even as upgraders opt for premium variants, it said. If the logistics and transport ecosystem performs seamlessly, this could well be the best festive retail season India has ever experienced, with supply chains matching the nation's celebratory demand, FADA, which represents over 15,000 automobile dealerships having over 30,000 dealership outlets, stated. Overall, the near-term outlook for October 2025 remains highly optimistic, powered by economic resilience, festive euphoria, and the transformational impact of GST 2.0 -- heralding a golden phase for Indian auto retail, it added.  (This report has been published as part of the auto-generated syndicate wire feed. Apart from the headline, no editing has been done in the copy by ABP Live.)

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Nissan Tekton SUV Is The New Creta Rival Coming Next Year
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Nissan Tekton SUV Is The New Creta Rival Coming Next Year

Nissan has revealed the name of its upcoming SUV and it is called Tekton. The Tekton would be the replacement for the Terrano although Nissan says it is a much more premium while being their new 4m plus C SUV. The SUV would be coming next year and has clear design influences from the Nissan Patrol with a clear and a bold design with a muscular shoulder line. The Tekton name is also on the bonnet written in bold while below you get a connecting DRL and the grille below. There are sculpted lines on the bonnet too and the rear styling has a connected tail-lamp pattern too. The roofline is straight and has a more SUV like shape. The side view retains the boxy look but has hidden door handles and the wheel arches are swollen for a typical old school look. Due for quarter 2 in 2026, the Tekno will compete with a long line of rivals including their Renault sibling which will also bring their own Duster replacement. The interiors have also been teased and will have the same design philosophy as the exterior. Engine options for the Tekno have not been revealed but we can expect a petrol only lineup. The range could have a naturally unit and a turbo petrol unit with an automatic option for both although there could be more options too. Nissan will bring in three products and that includes the Tekno and a larger SUV plus a more compact product. We will get more details soon on the Tekno while for now the design has been revealed. 

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IPL 2026 Auction: Sunrisers Hyderabad Could Let Go of These 3 Key Players
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IPL 2026 Auction: Sunrisers Hyderabad Could Let Go of These 3 Key Players

As Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction approaches, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) might look to make some changes to their squad. Several high-profile players struggled to deliver in IPL 2025, and the franchise may consider releasing them to free up funds and explore new options. 1. Ishan Kishan Wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan was bought by SRH for a massive ₹11.40 crore in the IPL 2025 Mega Auction. Despite a bright start, including a century against Rajasthan Royals, Ishan failed to maintain consistency and ended the season with 354 runs in 14 matches. Considering his hefty salary versus performance, SRH may release him ahead of IPL 2026. IPL Record: In 119 IPL matches, Ishan Kishan has scored 2,998 runs at an average of 29.10 and a strike rate of 137.64. 2. Rahul Chahar SRH spent ₹3.20 crore to acquire leg-spinner Rahul Chahar in IPL 2025. However, the franchise didn’t give him enough opportunities, as he played only one match and bowled just one over. Given the limited game time and his salary, Rahul could be on the release list. IPL Record: Rahul Chahar has picked 75 wickets in 79 matches at an economy of 7.72. 3. Heinrich Klaasen Heinrich Klaasen was retained for a staggering ₹23 crore ahead of IPL 2025, but he couldn’t justify his price tag. He scored 487 runs in 14 matches, falling short of expectations. With such a high salary and modest returns, SRH might release Klaasen to bring in a more impactful batter. IPL Record: In 49 IPL matches, Klaasen has amassed 1,480 runs at an average of 40.00 with a strike rate of 169.72, showcasing his destructive potential when in form. SRH in IPL 2025 Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) had a mixed campaign in IPL 2025, finishing 7th on the points table with 6 wins and 8 losses out of 14 matches. The team entered the season with high expectations after investing heavily in stars like Ishan Kishan, Heinrich Klaasen, and Rahul Chahar. While Klaasen was one of the top scorers with 487 runs in 14 matches, he couldn’t fully justify his Rs 23 crore price tag, and Kishan, despite a brilliant century against Rajasthan Royals, ended the season with only 354 runs. The middle order often faltered, and the bowling attack lacked depth, relying heavily on frontline bowlers like Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mitchell Starc. Rahul Chahar had minimal game time, playing just one match. Overall, inconsistent batting, underperforming high-priced players, and lack of bowling depth contributed to SRH missing the playoffs.

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Could rare human antibodies be the key to a universal snakebite cure? Scientists say they could stop venom from multiple deadly snakes
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Could rare human antibodies be the key to a universal snakebite cure? Scientists say they could stop venom from multiple deadly snakes

A groundbreaking universal snake antivenom, derived from rare human antibodies, offers hope against deadly bites worldwide. Developed using blood from a hyper-immune individual, this innovative approach targets multiple venom toxins, potentially saving thousands of lives in underserved regions. Early tests show broad efficacy, marking a significant leap from traditional, species-specific treatments.

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NASA’s Perseverance rover captures mysterious interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS on Mars: Is it alien probe or just a cosmic artefact
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NASA’s Perseverance rover captures mysterious interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS on Mars: Is it alien probe or just a cosmic artefact

NASA's Perseverance rover may have captured early images of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS. While a viral photo shows a bright, cylindrical object, experts suggest it's likely a photographic artifact from long-exposure imaging. Amateur astronomers are analyzing data from the comet's October 3, 2025, flyby, offering a rare glimpse of this unusual visitor.

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