Portugal in the 20th century planted millions of Australian eucalyptus trees for the paper industry, but scientists now say the country's forests are more fire-prone and far less biodiverse than native woodlandsPortugal's widespread eucalyptus plantations, established for industry, are now fueling devastating wildfires. These fast-growing trees, im...
03 Jul, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
Chile in the 1970s planted millions of Monterey pine and eucalyptus trees for timber, but scientists now say many native forests have been replaced, while streams and wildlife have declinedChile's biodiversity hotspot has witnessed a dramatic native forest decline since 1960, replaced by fast-growing pine plantations. Driven b...
03 Jul, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
Voter ID, PAN card and 13 documents weren't enough: Man fails to prove Indian citizenship in High Court; here's whyThe Gauhati High Court has upheld a foreigners tribunal's declaration against Aminul Hoque, a day labourer from Guwahati, after finding tha...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Swiss tactical masterclass sinks Algeria in World knockout clashSwitzerland secured a commanding 2-0 victory over Algeria, with early goals from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye propelling them into the World ...
03 Jul, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
US stocks today: US stocks rise as softer jobs data calms rate-hike fearsUS markets climbed after June hiring slowed more than expected, easing fears of further Fed tightening. The data pointed to a cooling but r...
02 Jul, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
On This Day in History, July 2: Civil Rights Act signed, Amelia Earhart disappears, Simla Agreement signed, Men in Black premieres and moreOn This Day in History, July 2 witnessed landmark moments that shaped politics, civil rights, aviation, literature and international relati...
01 Jul, 2026, 11.13 PM IST
Proverb of the day from Russia: 'Do not fear the dog that barks loudly and bares its teeth; fear the one that stays silent, wags its tail, but creeps up quietly from behind...' Russian folk saying on why quiet threats can be more dangerous than obvious onesThe Russian proverb, "Do not fear the dog that barks loudly and bares its teeth; fear the one that stays silent, wags its tail, but creeps ...
30 Jun, 2026, 08.55 PM IST
Best dynamic bond funds to invest in June 2026Confused by interest rate shifts? Dynamic bond funds offer a solution, allowing managers to adjust investments based on market outlook. Whi...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.23 AM IST
Shivraj Singh Chouhan asks states to release funds on time, deploy AI for effective schemes implementationRural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan urged states to expedite fund releases and adopt new technologies for centrally-sponsored ...
29 Jun, 2026, 08.46 PM IST
Record heatwave disrupts Europe as France warns death toll to riseEurope is reeling from a devastating heatwave, with France reporting over 1,000 excess deaths, primarily among the elderly. Record temperat...
29 Jun, 2026, 07.31 AM IST
PoK protests, Islamabad's repression blow apart farce created by PakistanPakistan's army chief's international peacemaker image clashes with domestic repression, particularly in 'Azad Kashmir'. Protests demanding...
29 Jun, 2026, 06.41 AM IST
Extreme heat watch: Hot, dry, windy weather hit Utah, Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, fireworks restrictions orderedExtreme heat watch in U. S: A cold front on Sunday will bring winds that could push the fire in new directions before the weather starts st...
27 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
12 scientists will drift across the Arctic, locked inside sea ice for 8 months to watch an ocean survive its darkest, coldest seasonA daring expedition is underway as 12 individuals will spend eight months adrift in the Arctic Ocean, encased in ice. This mission, Tara Po...
26 Jun, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
Smartworks to acquire Singapore’s Workstudio SpacesSmartworks is set to acquire Singapore-based Workstudio Spaces, expanding its footprint to 76,000 sq. ft. with over 1,500 seats. This strat...
26 Jun, 2026, 12.23 PM IST
California's coastal sand dunes are becoming history, and the first-ever map shows how 165 years of development and erosion have shrunk a natural shield against storms and rising seasCalifornia's iconic beaches are losing their natural sand dune protectors, with over half disappearing since the Gold Rush due to developme...
23 Jun, 2026, 06.31 PM IST
Green residential developments can reduce water consumption by 30-50%: ReportIndia's burgeoning green building sector faces a transparency gap, hindering homebuyers' ability to assess sustainability. To address this,...
22 Jun, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
Best corporate bond mutual funds to invest in June 2026Investors seeking relatively safe debt options for near-term or three-year-plus goals can consider corporate bond funds in June 2026. These...
22 Jun, 2026, 09.22 AM IST