India's first frozen zoo in Darjeeling's Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park is preserving the DNA of endangered Himalayan species using cryogenic technology. This initiative aims to ensure the long-term preservation of genetic material to aid future conservation efforts, including the possibility of assisted reproduction.
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Five months after a bank burglary in Karnataka's Davanagere district, police have arrested six first-time offenders. The mastermind, Vijay Kumar from Madurai, extensively planned the heist by watching crime dramas and documentaries. Motivated by a rejected loan application, they looted 17.7kg of gold worth nearly Rs 16 crore.
Former Pakistan cricketer Imad Wasim has criticised Pakistan's outdated playing style following their poor performance in the ICC Champions Trophy. He highlighted that modern cricket requires an aggressive approach and that Pakistan has failed to adapt. Imad warned that continuing to play cautiously would result in losing fan interest and called for a complete overhaul of their cricketing approach.
A 24-year-old college student was assaulted by two men who attempted to rape her in east Bengaluru early Monday morning. The assailants fled when locals intervened. The police have launched an investigation based on the girl's complaint, and efforts are being made to identify the attackers.
Indian stock exchanges will be closed on Monday for Dr BR Ambedkar Jayanti. Last week, the markets closed positively, recovering from an initial decline triggered by US-China tariff concerns. Investors are now awaiting corporate earnings reports from major companies like Wipro, Infosys, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank in the holiday-shortened week.
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