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Oil spill off Oman from tanker under sanctions against Russia spreads over huge areaThe Caroline Bezengi's crew first reported difficulties on June 8 off the southern Yemeni port of Mukalla, two maritime security sources ...10 Aug, 2026, 06.47 PM IST- In 1957, the US launched a bizarre plan to use nuclear bombs to dig canals and build harbours. It ended in 1977 after 27 testsProject Plowshare aimed to revolutionize construction by utilizing nuclear explosions for large-scale projects such as canals and harbors. ...10 Aug, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Matt Damon: ‘The fate of entire communities, economies, countries is caught up in that glass of water’ - An inspiring message by The Odyssey, Interstellar actor on the fragile balance that sustains lifeMatt Damon quote of the day: During MIT's 2016 commencement ceremony, actor Matt Damon articulated the pivotal role of clean water in eradi...10 Aug, 2026, 03.24 PM IST
- Chinese longevity secrets: 111-year-old woman who sleeps 12 hours shares the habits she follows and avoids to stay healthy & active even at her ageChinese longevity secrets: Wang Gaiying, a remarkable 111-year-old woman from China, has shared her secrets to longevity. She stresses the ...10 Aug, 2026, 08.52 AM IST
- Flowers that smell like dessert? 6 plants with chocolate, vanilla and citrus-like fragrances that you can add to your home gardenSome flowering plants can fill a garden with surprisingly familiar scents. Chocolate cosmos and chocolate vine are known for chocolate-like...09 Aug, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
- Scientists used low-frequency household noise to uncover a hidden environmental health threat; the result revealed that everyday hums may damage kidneys, changing how we view modern noise pollutionThe larger lesson may be that environmental health risks are not always the loudest or most visible ones. Modern life has filled homes, off...09 Aug, 2026, 03.31 AM IST
- In 1990, Guatemala launched an ambitious mahogany restoration program in Petén to combat deforestation. Years later, it produced Central America's largest natural forest and transformed the province into a global conservation modelGuatemala's 1990 mahogany restoration program changed the future of the country's forests. Instead of losing more rainforest, the Maya Bios...07 Aug, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
- Quote of the day by George Bernard Shaw: “Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about…” A powerful and timeless message on purpose, identity, personal growth, and the art of shaping your own destiny through choices, actions, and life experiencesQuote of the day by George Bernard Shaw: George Bernard Shaw reminds us that we are not merely discovering who we are but rather actively c...07 Aug, 2026, 03.45 PM IST
- US envoy Sergio Gor meets key industry leaders to advance US-India collaborationsUS Ambassador Sergio Gor met industry leaders and government officials on Friday. Discussions focused on strengthening US-India collaborati...07 Aug, 2026, 01.28 PM IST
- A rare Greenland shark found in Ireland gave scientists new clues about how it lives for centuriesGreenland shark lifespan explained: A rare Greenland shark washed ashore on Ireland's west coast in April 2026. Researchers estimated the s...07 Aug, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
- Policy reforms speed up coal block operationalisation: Coal Secretary Vikram Dev DuttIndia's coal sector policy reforms have significantly reduced operationalisation timelines for explored blocks. These changes enable faster...06 Aug, 2026, 01.38 PM IST
- Quote of the day by George Bernard Shaw: 'The more things a man is ashamed of, the more respectable he is' Powerful words on respect, shame and morality by the Irish playwright and criticQuote of the day: George Bernard Shaw's famous line, “The more things a man is ashamed of, the more respectable he is,” from his 1903 play ...06 Aug, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
- Arvind Kejriwal's march to PM's residence over E20 blocked by Delhi policeAam Aadmi Party leaders protested on Firoz Shah Road after police stopped their march. They intended to submit over 2.3 lakh petitions oppo...05 Aug, 2026, 12.27 PM IST
- 5 Amazon countries arrest hundreds in major crackdown on environmental crimePolice across five Amazon nations arrested hundreds and seized valuable resources during a major environmental crime operation. Operation G...05 Aug, 2026, 08.11 AM IST
- Irish proverb of the day: "If a person wants to catch a trout he must do more than merely listen to the flood" — Inspiring life lessons on action, perseverance, patience, discipline, courage, and why success always belongs to those who move beyond waiting in timeless Irish wisdomIrish proverb of the day: The traditional Irish proverb, "If a person wants to catch a trout he must do more than merely listen to the floo...04 Aug, 2026, 06.42 PM IST
- Vijayapura airport to become operational in three months: MB PatilVijayapura Airport is expected to become operational within three months. The Supreme Court has cleared the environmental clearance hurdle ...29 Jul, 2026, 09.16 PM IST
- In 1990, Texas shrimper Diane Wilson began hunger strikes against petrochemical pollution; decades later, her nurdle lawsuit won a $50 million settlementDiane Wilson fought a petrochemical company for decades over pollution. She used hunger strikes and a protest boat to gain attention. Wilso...29 Jul, 2026, 04.26 PM IST
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