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House Sparrows Released in Brooklyn in 1851 Spread Across North America

In 1851, 16 house sparrows were released in Brooklyn, New York, to control caterpillars threatening basswood trees. Imported from England, these birds were initially kept in cages before release. Despite early struggles, the sparrows quickly spread across North America within 50 years, becoming a common sight. This introduction aimed to protect city trees from linden moth damage.

HT World·4h ago·Brooklyn

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Entertainment

Rajkummar Rao Portrays Ujjwal Nikam in Prahaar Trailer

The trailer for 'Prahaar – The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam' has been released, featuring Rajkummar Rao as the prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam. The film focuses on Nikam's role in the legal proceedings after the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. The trailer launch took place at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, a key site of the attacks, with Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis and Ujjwal Nikam present. The courtroom drama highlights the challenges faced during the trial.

News18 Movies·36m ago·Mumbai

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Politics

PM-RKVY Allocates ₹1200 Crore to 10 States, MSP Payment in 48 Hours

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan approved over ₹1200 crore financial aid under PM-RKVY for 10 states, including West Bengal, Haryana, and Bihar, to boost farming. The government announced strict action against fake fertilizer and seed mafias and launched a nationwide 'Save Farms' campaign from October 22. MSP for pulses will be 100%, with payments guaranteed within 48 hours.

News18 Hindi·57m ago

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Entertainment

Trailer Released for 'Prahaar' Featuring Rajkummar Rao as Ujjwal Nikam

The trailer for the upcoming film 'Prahaar' starring Rajkummar Rao as lawyer Ujjwal Nikam was released on September 29. The film depicts Nikam's struggle to secure the death penalty for Ajmal Kasab, the terrorist involved in the 2008 Mumbai attacks. The trailer highlights the 26/11 attacks and shows challenges faced during the trial. Actors Vamika Gabbi and Jaideep Ahlawat also appear in the trailer.

Amar Entertainment·13h ago·Mumbai

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Science

Class 9 NCERT Textbook Highlights Indian Regional Resistances

The revamped Class 9 NCERT social science textbook, 'Understanding Society: India and Beyond, Part 2,' replaces Western revolutions with Indian regional resistances. Released on September 9, it includes the Jat Uprising of 1669, Ahom kingdom's resistance, the 1671 Saraighat battle, and Mughal-Sikh conflicts such as the executions of Guru Arjan Dev and Guru Tegh Bahadur. Western revolutions are now in Class 10.

Deccan Herald·36m ago·New Delhi

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Business

US Tightens H-1B Rules Impacting Indian Tech Workers

The US has imposed stricter H-1B visa regulations, including a $100,000 fee for certain new overseas hires, increased employer fees, closer scrutiny of layoffs, and tougher enforcement. These changes create new challenges for Indian technology workers and their employers seeking to hire or retain talent under the H-1B program.

Mint·31m ago

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