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110-quadrillion-kilometer fungal network moves CO₂ equal to about 11% of annual human emissions into soil each year- Slovenian proverb of the day: "After the hail, it is too late to ring the bell" — Inspiring life lessons on foresight, preparation, wise decision-making, and why the best opportunities are often the ones we act on before they disappear through timeless Slovenian folk wisdom
- Japanese proverb of the day: 'An ant's nest could bring down...' Life lessons from inspirational proverb on overlooked problems, minor actions, massive consequences, compound impact, early prevention and collective effort
- In 1982, a deadly flood exposed one of America's worst toxic disasters. Here's what happened to Times Beach, MissouriTimes Beach faced a major environmental disaster due to dioxin-contaminated waste oil. Flooding in 1982 spread the toxic contamination acro...29 Jul, 2026, 10.04 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Zohran Mamdani, 'There is no life without food' teaches powerful message about universal need that connects every person regardless of nationality, language, religion, background, offers advice to improve overall quality of lifeQuote of the day by Zohran Mamdani is far more than a statement about survival. It is a reminder that food supports health, education, econ...29 Jul, 2026, 04.24 PM IST
- Climate shift threatens Nilgiris tea plantations, says UPASI officialRising temperatures and erratic weather challenge Nilgiris tea plantations significantly. Super El Nino conditions exacerbate these climate...29 Jul, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
- Nagaland University study generates insights on climate variability effects on soil microbes & biological health in Assam’s tea plantationsThe study identified climatic conditions that support beneficial microbial activity and enzyme functions. Findings established soil microbi...28 Jul, 2026, 05.43 PM IST
- NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover sends images of cracked wheel, shows signs of ageing after 14 years on the Red PlanetNASA's Curiosity rover's wheels show extensive wear after years of exploration. Sharp rocks and uneven terrain have caused significant dama...28 Jul, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
- In the 1930s, the Dust Bowl devastated America but Franklin D. Roosevelt's massive tree-planting project is still protecting US farmland nearly 90 years laterThe Dust Bowl is one of the worst environmental disasters in American history, but it also sparked one of the country's largest conservatio...27 Jul, 2026, 10.24 PM IST
- In 1996, an Indonesian farmer began planting banyan trees across barren hills, and 11,000 trees later, springs returned across 250 hectaresA farmer named Sadiman planted thousands of trees on barren land in Indonesia. His extensive planting of banyan and ficus trees revitalized...26 Jul, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
- In 1978, a New York mother discovered her son's school stood beside a toxic-waste dump; her campaign evacuated about 950 families and helped create SuperfundA mother's fight for her son's health exposed a toxic chemical dump in Niagara Falls. This crisis led to the evacuation of hundreds of fami...25 Jul, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
- From Jade vine to Olive tree: 6 plants believed to bring good luck, harmony and positive energyMany cultures believe certain plants help create a calmer, more positive home environment, even though there is no scientific evidence that...25 Jul, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
- Conservation agriculture can boost wheat protein content by up to 12%, improve water efficiency: StudyA study finds conservation agriculture with drip irrigation can boost wheat protein content by up to 12% while improving yield and resource...24 Jul, 2026, 10.56 AM IST
- A Brazilian farmer used government credit meant to expand cattle grazing to do the opposite; neighbors called him mad, but 50,000 trees later, more than 20 springs have returned to his 31 hectaresA Brazilian farmer defied government policy by planting trees instead of cattle pastures. His actions, initially deemed foolish, led to the...23 Jul, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
- Farmers should be ‘businessmen’ who respond to market demand, not just grow rice and wheat: NITI Aayog’s Ashok LahiriLahiri stressed the need for greater adoption of science and technology, noting that productivity per acre for several Indian crops remains...23 Jul, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
- ICAR @98: Science, innovation and sustainability for Viksit Bharat 2047Achieving Viksit Bharat 2047 requires agriculture to move beyond production towards value addition, food processing, exports, bio-based ind...20 Jul, 2026, 07.35 PM IST
- These 6 everyday herbs are packed with antioxidants and easy to grow in your home gardenFresh herbs do more than enhance flavour. Many are naturally rich in antioxidants that help protect cells from free radical damage and supp...20 Jul, 2026, 06.57 PM IST
- Dr Reddy's Foundation soil testing lab set to hit 1-lakh sample mark ahead of 2026 rabi seasonDr Reddy's Foundation is expanding its soil testing operations significantly. The Hyderabad lab aims to process one lakh samples before the...19 Jul, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
- Bio-input demand may rise, but skill gap threatens India's green farming push: Agriculture CommissionerAgriculture Commissioner said widespread adoption of bio-inputs by India's nearly 14 crore farmers could generate annual demand of 20–30 cr...16 Jul, 2026, 09.36 AM IST
- Skill shortage could derail India's bio-input ambitions: Agriculture CommissionerIndia's bio-input expansion faces a skilled workforce shortage. This gap requires urgent development of training programs for biological sy...15 Jul, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
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