In 2000, California found an aquarium alga choking native seagrass: officials covered every patch with black PVC and chlorinated everything beneath; six years later, it was goneAn invasive seaweed, Caulerpa taxifolia, was discovered in California's Agua Hedionda Lagoon in 2000. Teams of divers used tarps and chlori...
01 Aug, 2026, 05.51 PM IST
In 1995, Turkish truck driver Sehmus Erginoglu began clearing rubbish and watering saplings; 25 years later, a former Mardin dump had become a small forestA retired truck driver named Sehmus Erginoglu planted thousands of trees on neglected land. He spent twenty-five years transforming a local...
01 Aug, 2026, 04.29 PM IST
Retiring with an EMI? Here's when it can make sense and when it could derail your retirementRetiring debt-free is an ideal goal, but not always achievable or necessary. Experts suggest focusing on EMI affordability rather than comp...
01 Aug, 2026, 09.18 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Cary Grant: “It’s better to buy one good pair of shoes than… – Life lessons from inspirational quote on money, investment, choices, shopping and why quality over quantity matters by the American actor known for his and timeless wisdom and deep insights on human nature and lifeQuote of the Day by Cary Grant: Cary Grant’s quote, “It’s better to buy one good pair of shoes than four cheap ones,” explores the importan...
01 Aug, 2026, 01.05 AM IST
Rs 2 crore salary rejected without a second thought: Techie chooses lower income job and the internet agrees with his logicA Dubai-based software developer's LinkedIn post has gone viral after he shared why a friend rejected a Rs 2 crore annual salary in India f...
31 Jul, 2026, 10.13 PM IST
Indian carbon market success hinges on transparent, stable designIndia is set to unveil its Indian Carbon Market later this year, aimed primarily at decreasing carbon emissions from the manufacturing sect...
31 Jul, 2026, 12.00 AM IST
US inflation slows in June, but reversal likely amid Middle East conflictUS inflation slowed in June, but oil prices may cause a temporary easing. The Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index rose 3.7 percen...
30 Jul, 2026, 07.34 PM IST
In 1910, Beavers nearly disappeared from the US. Today they are reshaping rivers againNorth America's beaver population faced near extinction due to the fur trade. Fashion changes and conservation efforts allowed their number...
30 Jul, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
Investing and thinking beyond Trump, Iran and oil prices: 5 large-caps from different sectors with upside potential of up to 21%West Asia is once again dictating the mood on Dalal Street. Brent crude has crossed $93 a barrel, Indian equities are under pressure, and t...
30 Jul, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
Tata Communications takes the Google Duplex playbook to India’s small and medium businessesThe company is betting that subscription-based AI agents, built for specific business tasks instead of replacing call-centre workers, can h...
29 Jul, 2026, 11.30 AM IST
Banking on gear shift for pickup: After cleaning up bad loans, banks now need a new reform pushIndia's banking sector requires reforms for sustained growth and improved credit access. Banks must grow significantly to meet microenterpr...
29 Jul, 2026, 08.21 AM IST
From India to the UAE: Nawgati eyes global mobility infrastructure ambitionsWhat began as a solution to long queues at CNG stations has evolved into an AI-powered mobility infrastructure platform serving millions of...
28 Jul, 2026, 10.13 AM IST
'Auto drivers with loans seem happier': Bengaluru man earning Rs 2 lakh a month says he has Rs 14 lakh in savings and no debt; wonders why he still feels left behindA 26-year-old Bengaluru professional with Rs 2 lakh monthly salary, zero debt, Rs 14 lakh in savings and retired parents says he still feel...
27 Jul, 2026, 12.53 PM IST
Stopping SIPs? Here's how lost time can delay your financial goalsFinancial mistakes are often measured by lost rupees, not lost time. Compounding benefits are significantly impacted by delays and interrup...
27 Jul, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'When you are in a hurry, the horse...' Life lessons from motivational proverb on hurry, delays, mistakes, panic, stress, losing focus and impatienceChinese proverb of the day shares the traditional saying, "When you are in a hurry, the horse holds back." The proverb explains that rushin...
27 Jul, 2026, 02.22 AM IST
In 2006, a record-breaking heatwave pushed New England's power grid to its limit. A decision made years later is now saving people up to $149 million during extreme summer heatNew England's electricity grid faced challenges during a 2006 heatwave and investments in rooftop solar panels began around 2008 to 2010. T...
26 Jul, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
Nestle India extends rally on stellar June quarter, higher costs may limit upsideNestle India shares reached a record high after a strong June quarter performance. Revenue growth accelerated significantly year-on-year, r...
23 Jul, 2026, 06.40 AM IST