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BAI, SAI give IG Stadium major facelift ahead of BWF World ChampionshipsOrganizers have upgraded the Indira Gandhi Stadium for the upcoming BWF World Championships. Extensive anti-bird measures and structural im...10 Aug, 2026, 06.23 PM IST- In 1964, an Australian couple camped on a North Queensland island; their decades-long campaign helped a pigeon colony recover from under 2,000 birds to more than 40,000In 1965, Margaret and Arthur Thorsborne initiated a bird count that has become one of the most enduring wildlife studies globally. Their un...10 Aug, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
- A Harvard psychologist in 1943 wanted pigeons to guide missiles during World War II. Eight decades later, it earned him an Ig Nobel Peace PrizeDuring World War II, B.F. Skinner developed Project Pigeon to guide missiles. Trained pigeons pecked at screens, steering weapons toward en...07 Aug, 2026, 02.59 PM IST
- India vows no monkey business at badminton world championshipOfficials promise improved hygiene for the upcoming badminton world championships. Previous issues with monkeys and bird droppings will not...05 Aug, 2026, 06.36 PM IST
- In the 1960s, rose-ringed parakeets were first spotted in southeast England; today, they thrive in London's parks and gardensIn London, rose-ringed parakeets can frequently be spotted flitting through parks and gardens. Studies clarify the narrative of their arriv...31 Jul, 2026, 06.04 PM IST
- In 1889, British engineers built a bridge where the Ganga Canal flows above a river. This cement-less marvel in UP still works after 130 yearsAn ancient aqueduct in Kasganj amazes visitors with its unique design. A river flows beneath while a canal runs directly over its structure...22 Jul, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
- You can never write a champion off: Saina on SindhuSaina Nehwal praised PV Sindhu's improved attack and recent Japan Open victory. She believes champions like Sindhu can never be written off...20 Jul, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
- Who was Brenda Fricker? Oscar-winning Irish actress of 'My Left Foot' and 'Home Alone 2' dies at 81Acclaimed Irish actress Brenda Fricker has died at eighty-one years old. She was the first Irish performer to win an Academy Award for her ...17 Jul, 2026, 09.41 PM IST
- ‘Your gut will unfollow you’: Gastro doctor issues warning against deep-fried idlis, shares 3 simple ways to make the South Indian staple healthierA gastroenterologist advises against deep-fried idlis, highlighting their negative digestive impact. He suggests using whole black urad dal...15 Jul, 2026, 10.53 AM IST
- Aluminum foil garden trick may help deter pests and reflect more light on plants- here's how a roll of aluminum foil from the kitchen can do wondersAluminum foil has emerged as a clever tool for gardeners looking to protect their outdoor spaces from pests. The reflective sheen disorient...14 Jul, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
- Amarnath Yatra 2026: 7 Miracles Associated with Amarnath Yatra That Every Devotee Should Know Before Starting The YatraThe Amarnath Yatra 2026 is more than a sacred pilgrimage, it's a journey filled with faith, divine legends, and centuries-old miracles asso...08 Jul, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
- Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 25%As the market makes an attempt to move upward, there is a clear preference for sectors that are focused on the domestic market. Given this,...06 Jul, 2026, 07.15 PM IST
- Indian citizenship debate: Satirical take on passport proof rowA satirical take on the debate over passports and citizenship, exploring identity, migration and bureaucracy with humour while questioning ...27 Jun, 2026, 09.24 PM IST
- Lost world of birds and frogs: Scientists open a million-year-old cave time capsule in New Zealand, where 12 bird species and four frogs reveal a lost world reshaped by volcanoes and climate long before humans arrivedA remarkable fossil discovery in a New Zealand cave has unveiled a lost world of ancient birds and frogs, dating back one million years. Th...24 Jun, 2026, 04.47 PM IST
- India likely won't export sugar for years as El Nino, ethanol squeeze supplyOnce as a top sugar exporter, India is now anticipating a three-year stretch of significant export deficits, primarily driven by El Nino's ...22 Jun, 2026, 07.07 AM IST
- What happens to a pigeon's eyes in flight is not what you would guess, and scientists have found itPigeon eyes during flight study: Contrary to popular belief, pigeons don't constantly scan the skies while flying. New research reveals the...19 Jun, 2026, 07.30 PM IST
- El Nino to hit 9-10 states severely; Chouhan calls for district-level contingency plans for KharifAgriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has directed coordinated meetings with district officials and agricultural agencies in 9-10 stat...16 Jun, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
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