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Rare Moth Uses Umbilicate Lichen for Camouflage in Himachal Pradesh

A study published in Arthropod-Plant Interactions reports the first known case of a moth using the umbilicate lichen Lasallia pertusa as camouflage. The observation was made in July 2025 at 3,200 m elevation in Duggi, Kugti Wildlife Sanctuary, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. This finding expands known lichen types involved in insect camouflage and highlights the ecological role of this lichen species.

Mongabay India··Chamba

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Sports

Tipped Off and Ravishing Queen Excel in Bengaluru Horse Exercises

On October 8, 2026, horses Tipped Off and Ravishing Queen showed excellent performance during morning exercises in Bengaluru. Tipped Off completed 1400m in 1-40 with strong intermediate times, while Ravishing Queen moved fluently over 1000m in 1-12 with a 600m split of 42.5 seconds. Other horses like Golden Mist, Honeypot, and Double Scotch also impressed with their timings.

Hindu Sport··Bengaluru

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Sports

Yashasvi Jaiswal Develops Wicketkeeping Skills for Indian Cricket

Former Indian wicketkeeper Nayan Mongia highlighted the rise of multi-dimensional players in T20 cricket, noting players like Dhruv Jurel, Ishan Kishan, and Sanju Samson adapting roles. Following this trend, India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal is working on wicketkeeping and leg-spin as backup skills alongside batting. Mumbai captain Siddhesh Lad confirmed Jaiswal's preparations ahead of the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy season opener against Chandigarh at Wankhede Stadium.

NDTV Cricket··Mumbai

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Sports

Cheteshwar Pujara Supports Sanju Samson Ahead of India-West Indies T20I

Before India's second T20I against West Indies in Ranchi, former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara defended wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson amid criticism over his recent low scores. Despite Samson's poor form, including 11 runs in the first T20I and low Asian Games scores, Pujara emphasized Samson's World Cup-winning experience and urged team management to back him in the playing eleven.

NDTV Cricket··Ranchi

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Entertainment

Rhiti Tiwari Shares Father Manoj Tiwari's Reaction to Her Bigg Boss 20 Exit

Rhiti Tiwari, daughter of actor and politician Manoj Tiwari, was evicted early from Bigg Boss 20 after facing criticism from host Salman Khan. After her exit, Rhiti revealed her father praised her resilience, saying he was proud she faced criticism and bounced back from mistakes. He encouraged her by saying that falling is natural, but getting back up is what matters.

NDTV Movies·

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Business

India's 10-Year Bond Yield Hits December 2023 Peak Amid US Debt and Oil Price...

India's 10-year government bond yield has reached its highest level since December 2023 due to rising US Treasury yields and surging crude oil prices driven by Middle East supply concerns. The Reserve Bank of India has responded by raising its policy rate, indicating tighter fiscal measures. Forecasts predict the benchmark yield could reach 7.40%.

ET Markets·

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