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Mizoram CM Lalduhoma highlights role of externally aided projects in Northeast development at Shillong seminarMizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma said externally aided projects not only provide financial assistance but also bring valuable technical exp...- In 1988, cargo ships accidentally brought zebra mussels to the US in their ballast water, and they devastated the Great Lakes, but a 2026 study finds that after 20 years in Kansas lakes, they barely changed the fish or the waterA new study reveals that zebra mussel invasions in Kansas reservoirs over two decades have had minimal impact on water quality and fish pop...
- Great Nicobar project: Ramesh flags non-transparency in latest letter to Environment MinisterCongress leader Jairam Ramesh has raised concerns about the Great Nicobar Island project. He has written to the Environment Minister, highl...
- Mishmi Takins: A mysterious Himalayan mammal spotted in Sikkim that looks like an antelope but is actually a rare goat-like creatureA rare video of Mishmi takins in Sikkim has gone viral. These unusual animals were spotted in Bakuchaang by tourism and forest staff. Mishm...
- Fast-tracked power plants fuel AI boom, with little public scrutinyNew power plants are being built at an unprecedented speed to meet the growing demand of tech companies. These facilities, often fueled by ...
- From pet to pest: A 2026 experiment reveals that releasing goldfish into lakes triggers a full ecosystem regime shift, and no lake type is immuneReleasing pet goldfish into local waters causes extensive ecological damage. These fish grow large, stir up sediment, consume prey, and out...
- Kerala remains India’s ground zero for the Nipah virus, but why?A new Nipah virus case in Kozhikode, Kerala, highlights the state's recurring outbreaks. Experts link these to fruit bats and human activit...
- Tata's Apple iPhone factory in Tamil Nadu faces shutdown threat over farmland water contamination; pollution body seeks explanationAn Indian pollution regulator has accused Tata Electronics, a key supplier for Apple's iPhones, of contaminating groundwater near its Hosur...
- Kerala government forms four member expert panel to examine high-speed rail proposalKerala government has formed a four member expert committee to study a proposed high-speed rail corridor. The corridor would connect Thiruv...
- From river to muddy trail: Yamuna in Delhi is now just a shallow brown stream, Villagers walk across the dry river bedThe Yamuna River in Delhi has shrunk to a shallow, brown stream, with locals now walking across its dry bed. This yearly phenomenon is attr...
- Ministry of Home Affairs issues 'Resolution' on forming high-level committee on demographic changesIndia's Ministry of Home Affairs has formed a High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes. This committee will scientifically study populat...
- Southern California chemical tank at risk of exploding as 50,000 residents are ordered to evacuateA damaged chemical tank in Southern California shows a potential crack, possibly reducing explosion risk. However, 50,000 residents remain ...
- Northern water snake size explained: Why this harmless snake can look massiveNorthern water snakes are common in eastern North America. These snakes are harmless and not venomous. Many people mistake them for dangero...
- Movie dialogue of the day by Leonardo DiCaprio: 'The only thing standing between you and your goal is the story you keep telling yourself...' - The Wolf of Wall Street's dialogue challenges people to stop limiting themselves with self-doubtLeonardo DiCaprio’s dialogue from The Wolf of Wall Street continues to resonate with audiences because it speaks about self-doubt, fear and...
- DRDO flags rising global CBRN risks, warns of unstable geopolitical orderGlobal security faces growing challenges. DRDO scientist Upendra Kumar Singh stresses the need for stronger preparedness against chemical, ...
- Delhi air pollution update: Govt introduces new 100 GSM rule for green nets to fight construction dustDelhi green nets: Delhi has introduced a new minimum quality standard for the green nets used at construction sites after pollution authori...
- Flooding after a few hours of rain: Why Indian cities keep fixing the same problems again and againBengaluru's recent flooding highlights a recurring issue in Indian cities: infrastructure upgrades fail to prevent disruptions due to a lac...
- Aluminum foil trick to detect wall dampness: Easy test to spot leaks vs humidity fastA simple aluminum foil test can help find why a wall has damp spots. It shows if the problem is humidity or water leaking inside. This quic...
- Why That Tiny Gap Under Your Sink Might Be Inviting Mice InsideHomeowners often overlook small gaps near pipes, which are common entry points for rodents. Tiny openings, as small as a dime, allow mice a...
- The Aluminum Foil Test: A Simple 48-Hour Trick to Detect Hidden Wall LeaksA simple aluminum foil test offers a quick clue to wall dampness. This method, backed by research, helps determine if moisture stems from i...
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