COCOON
Paleontologists studying fossil jaws in a Caribbean cave found ‘weird’-looking concave cavities; turns out ancient bees laid eggs inside them 20,000 years ago
Researchers making waves on the island of Hispaniola have uncovered an astonishing find: ancient bees that crafted nests in fossilized animal bones. Dating back over 20,000 years, these solitary bees ingeniously utilized available resources, creating structures similar to today’s nests. CT scans confirmed the presence of ancient pollen, offering a fascinating glimpse into the ecological narrative of the region and the unique behaviors of these prehistoric bees.
Sahajanand Medical Technologies shares list at 8% premium over IPO price on NSE
The Rs 475.48 crore IPO comprised an offer for sale (OFS) of 1.38 crore shares. Since the issue was entirely an OFS, the company will not receive any proceeds from the offering. Instead, the proceeds will go to the existing shareholders selling their stakes.
A look at Kim Jong Un's luxurious Mar-a-Lago-Style Wonsan resort in North Korea amid Kim Jong Un's death rumours took the internet by storm
Kim Jong Un's seaside compound in Wonsan offers a glimpse into the luxury enjoyed by North Korea's ruling family. The estate features numerous recreational amenities, including swimming pools and sports fields, contrasting sharply with citizens' living conditions. Speculation about Kim's health has surfaced, although recent reports confirm his active participation in public events. Analysts emphasize the disparity between the elites and ordinary North Koreans, highlighting ongoing political pressures.
Sahajanand Medical Technologies IPO Day 3: GMP at 7%; check subscription status and key details
Sahajanand Medical Technologies’ IPO enters its final bidding day with 82% subscription on Day 2 and a 7% grey market premium. The Rs 475.48 crore offer is entirely an offer for sale. Investors will monitor subscription trends, listing expectations and strong FY26 profit growth before the shares debut.
Sahajanand Medical Technologies IPO Day 2: Check GMP, subscription status and key details
Sahajanand Medical Technologies IPO entered Day 2 on October 16, 2026, with a 12% GMP and 34% subscription on Day 1. The Rs 475.48-crore offer for sale is priced at Rs 327-344 per share. PAT surged 175% to Rs 69 crore in FY26 amid steady revenue growth.
Sahajanand Medical Technologies IPO opens for subscription. Check GMP, price band and key details
Sahajanand Medical Technologies IPO opened for subscription on October 15, 2026, aiming to raise Rs 475.48 crore through an entirely offer-for-sale issue. The price band is set at Rs 327-344 per share, with a lot size of 43 shares. The issue commands a 12% grey market premium.
Developers faced vacant industrial buildings that were difficult to modernize; they preserved original structures and turned them into hotels with modern guest facilities
Vacant industrial buildings were not easy to modernize. Their old layouts and structures created practical problems for developers. But demolition was not always the answer. Some chose to keep the original buildings and work around what was already there. The result was a different kind of hotel, where historic industrial character sits alongside modern rooms and guest facilities.
In 1992, scientists sent 230 hornets into space to see if they could build a nest without gravity; after 8 days, they returned without building one
During a 1992 space mission, the Endeavour shuttle became home to 230 hornets, prompting scientists to investigate how these insects build nests without the constraints of gravity. Sadly, a humidity crisis within their habitat led to many casualties, undermining the experiment’s goals. Despite the setbacks, this mission revealed significant difficulties that living organisms encounter in outer space.
Driving on empty roads
Driving on empty, uncongested roads offers a unique sense of peace. The car and driver experience a harmonious connection with the smooth asphalt. Buildings and foliage create a moving visual spectacle for the occupants. This experience allows for reclaiming lost time and rediscovering modern travel. Such journeys provide a feeling of being a true traveler on a dedicated path.
Mirzapur actor Vijay Varma’s Mumbai home features floor-to-ceiling glass windows, charcoal-toned interiors, statement furniture, lush indoor plants, an eclectic dining area, a sleek dark kitchen, a cosy bedroom and a personal collection of shoes, perfumes and hats
Vijay Varma house tour: Actor Vijay Varma’s Mumbai home reflects his understated yet contemporary style, with charcoal-toned interiors, floor-to-ceiling windows, statement furniture, indoor greenery and personal spaces that offer a glimpse into his lifestyle.
On a 12-day Russian biosatellite flight, seven silkworm varieties spun silk, built cocoons, mated and laid eggs; some developmental stages occurred 2-3 days faster than ground controls
Chinese silkworms have successfully navigated their life cycle during an impressive twelve-day mission in space. Notably, their eggs hatched two to three days quicker in orbit, and dormant eggs revealed an increased hatching success in microgravity. Yet, certain breeds showed shortened lifespans and genetic variations, indicating that the effects of space travel can vary significantly between silkworm breeds.
A cocoon of peace
The key is to experience such tremendous joy in meditation that we are oblivious to the turmoil around us. We have to learn to be in a spiritual, meditative cocoon that helps us remain in a state of bliss and joy after we finish meditating. Just as indoor air conditioning can help keep us cool and comfortable despite high temperatures outside, so can meditation keep us peaceful and calm as we deal with the outer world.
This sister duo is helping couples achieve their dream of becoming parents
Cocoon Fertility was founded by sisters Dr Anagha Karkhanis and Dr Rajalaxmi Walavalkar.
Cocoon Fertility Starts Pan India Expansion.
Cocoon Fertility Pvt Ltd, one of India's leading IVF chain, has expanded its footprints in Kerala with their franchise centre in Kochi, Ernakulum. Dr Anagha ...
Soha Ali Khan visits Cocoon Fertility Thane
Possible to avoid genetic defects in IVF with PGD technology at Cocoon Fertility Brand ambassador Soha Ali Khan took a tour of Cocoon Fertility's clinical an...
Coimbatore's silk farmers in despair due to unstable prices
Cocoon prices in the country fell by more than 60 per cent, once the import duty on raw silk from China was reduced from 15 per cent to 10 per cent by the government.
Joyful Cocoons
Every choice maker is happy in her own cocoon; nobody is sad in the circumstances she chooses to be in. Why bother if some frogs prefer the well to the world outside?
Cocoon structure is inspiration for green architecture
A team of scientists at IIT Kanpur are excited about the possibilities of learning from nature to build temperature regulated, green homes. Their inspiration is the cocoon.
Government to promote cocoon production
Between April 2011 and March 2012, there was a significant drop in the prices of cocoons in various cocoon markets from about Rs 275 per Kg to about Rs 175 per kg.
Load More
