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Tanker struck by unknown projectile 6 nautical miles east of Oman, UKMTO saysA tanker sustained damage from an unknown projectile near Oman's coast. The incident occurred on Friday, six nautical miles east of the cou...13 Jun, 2026, 05.02 PM IST- Global rice production was 713 million tonnes per year during 2006-2015, saw growth: StudyGlobal rice production saw significant growth from the 1960s to the 2010s. This increase was primarily due to management decisions such as ...12 Jun, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
- India's agriculture and water tech startups gain momentum, sustainability in focus: NasscomIndia's agri and water tech deeptech ecosystem is gaining momentum around commercialization as per a statement by Nasscom. These sectors st...12 Jun, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
- South Africa's Drakensberg grasslands still look the same, but farmers say droughts, heatwaves, and disease are quietly changing what the land can supportDrought and heatwaves are decimating sheep flocks in South Africa's Drakensberg mountains, threatening the livelihoods and cultural identit...11 Jun, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
- Secret ocean rule: For 400 years, these villagers protected fish with ancient technique; Now scientists say it could help save world's dying coral reefsSecret ocean rule: Eastern Indonesian coastal communities have long practiced sasi, a traditional ocean management system where areas are t...11 Jun, 2026, 05.52 PM IST
- JSW–The Times of India Earth Care Awards Recognises Champions of Climate Action and Sustainability11 Jun, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
- In 1822, Europeans brought honey bees to Australia as agricultural heroes; 200 years later, researchers found they were helping tree death spread faster than windNew research published in NeoBiota suggests western honey bees may be helping spread myrtle rust, a destructive fungal disease threatening ...11 Jun, 2026, 02.01 PM IST
- Psychology says people born in June may have a hidden advantage in social life, confidence, and adaptability, but is it true?Psychology also cautions against placing too much faith in birth-month personality theories. The human brain is naturally drawn to patterns...11 Jun, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
- Native American Proverb of the Day: 'Teach us love, compassion, and honor that we may heal...'- Native American lessons on love, compassion, respect, and why healing the Earth begins with healing each otherNative American wisdom traditions highlight the deep connection between humanity and nature, emphasizing that healing the Earth begins with...10 Jun, 2026, 10.04 PM IST
- A 15-year-old from Ontario built a bionic underwater “robot turtle” that detects what is quietly killing our seas and just won $50,000 for itA young innovator has created BURT, a robotic turtle that moves quietly underwater. This AI-powered machine mimics natural swimming to obse...09 Jun, 2026, 03.33 PM IST
- Grasim to invest Rs 3,094 crore to expand Lyocell capacity in Karnataka“This investment...marks another significant step in Grasim’s strategic expansion of advanced fibre capabilities, catering to the growing g...08 Jun, 2026, 10.33 PM IST
- France's data centre ambitions bump up against rural fearsA huge AI data centre is planned for Fouju, France. This project brings hope for jobs and money to the small village. However, residents wo...05 Jun, 2026, 06.55 PM IST
- France's data centre ambitions bump up against rural fearsA massive AI data centre planned for the small French village of Fouju is creating a divide. While proponents see economic benefits and job...05 Jun, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
- In 1958, when China ordered a nationwide sparrow slaughter to protect grain crops, what followed was 2 million human deathsChina's war on sparrows in 1958 had devastating consequences. The campaign, aimed at protecting grain, instead led to a surge in crop-destr...05 Jun, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
- Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari voices concern over concretisation of Kolkata, says green cover rules were being ignoredWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has launched a major tree plantation drive. The campaign aims to plant 1.10 crore trees across ...05 Jun, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
- World Environment Day 2026: Know the date, history, significance, theme and global importanceWorld Environment Day, observed annually on June 5, underscores the shared responsibility of planetary protection and the urgent need to ad...04 Jun, 2026, 07.18 PM IST
- Great Nicobar project commercial enterprise; ecological havoc assured: Congress' Jairam RameshJairam Ramesh, a senior Congress leader, has strongly criticized the Great Nicobar Island Project. He labels it a commercial venture that w...03 Jun, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
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