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When the Black Death killed half of Europe in the 1340s, ecologists expected the land to bloom; instead, plant diversity plummeted for 150 years until farming returnedA new study reveals the Black Death's devastating impact on Europe's plant life. The plague's population crash led to a sharp decline in pl...- Britain's army fenced off Salisbury Plain from industrial farming; 143 years on, plants came back fast, but the hidden soil microbes still haven't caught upLand restoration success is often measured above ground. However, a landmark study reveals that the invisible recovery of soil ecosystems t...
- In the 1950s, Swiss farmers intensified and mechanized their fields; nine decades of records now reveal an unexpected divide: butterflies are still struggling, while forest beetles have fully bounced backButterflies and beetles are disappearing at an alarming rate. A Swiss study reveals significant butterfly losses since 1930, linked to farm...
- Ancient forests, blooming rhododendrons, glacial rivers, log bridges: This offbeat Himalayan valley in Arunachal Pradesh offers a magical trekking experience for travellersEscape to the untouched wilderness of Ayeo Valley in Arunachal Pradesh, a hidden gem in the Himalayas. This scenic trekking destination off...
- Afforestation, dolphin revival show life returning to Ganga under Namami Gange: NMCGThe Namami Gange program has brought ecological revival to the Ganga river. Large-scale afforestation efforts have led to forest cover alon...
- "Will significantly improve ticket booking efficiency": ZRUCC Southern Railway member on IRCTC website upgradeIndian Railways is set for a major digital upgrade. The passenger reservation system will see its ticket booking capacity surge from 32,000...
- Melting icebergs are dropping rocks onto the Arctic seafloor, and those stones are turning into deep-sea homes for marine life as climate change quietly redraws where life can liveMelting icebergs in the Arctic are delivering rocks to the seafloor. These rocks are becoming new homes for corals and sponges. This discov...
- IIT report flags serious structural defects in Goa's iconic Kala Academy buildingA striking new analysis from IIT Madras uncovers alarming structural and waterproofing challenges at Goa's renowned Kala Academy. Despite r...
- Quote of the day by Sir David Attenborough: “The question is, are we happy to suppose that our…’ – Naturalist on stewardship, conservation and responsibilitySir David Attenborough, a renowned nature communicator, urges us to consider the future of wildlife. His words question our willingness to ...
- Somanna flags off Madgaon-Karwar express boosting connectivity between Karnataka & GoaA new train service, the Madgaon–Karwar Express, has been launched. Union Minister V Somanna flagged off the service from Madgaon Railway S...
- MP Board Class 12 supplementary exam result 2026 out at mpbse.nic.in: Check direct link, scores, and steps to download marksheetThe Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education has released the Class 12 second chance exam results for 2026 on June 12. Students can now ...
- Tata Motors to increase prices of its cars & SUVs from July 1Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles will raise prices of its entire passenger vehicle range, including ICE and electric models, by up to 1.5% fr...
- Cinema style smuggling bid foiled in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve in GariabandAuthorities in Gariaband district successfully thwarted a teak smuggling operation. Inspired by a popular film, smugglers attempted to hide...
- Planning a beach holiday? This popular European beach has banned umbrellas for most visitorsSardinia's popular beaches are introducing new rules for summer. Most visitors cannot bring umbrellas. Only families with young children an...
- Monsoon weather updates: Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Bihar likely to see heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds on June 11-12. Check IMD's forecast for other statesMonsoon 2026: India is set for a significant weather shift as rain-bearing systems become active across the country on June 11 and 12. Expe...
- Anupam Kher admits judging an overweight passenger on a flight, what happened next left him humbled. 'How quickly we judge people'Veteran actor Anupam Kher recently shared a personal story from a flight between Goa and Mumbai that changed the way he thinks about first ...
- It's destination India for weddings this seasonIndian hotels are experiencing a significant rise in wedding bookings this year. This growth is driven by a preference for domestic celebra...
- Assam govt, EU delegation welcome successful launch of Blue Valley ClusterAssam and the European Union have launched the Blue Valley Cluster in Guwahati. This initiative focuses on Flavours, Fragrance and AYUSH se...
- Fine of up to Rs 1 crore for hill cutting to be imposed by Goa Town and Country Planning BoardGoa's Town and Country Planning (TCP) Board will now impose hefty fines for hill cutting. Violators face penalties starting at Rs 50 lakh, ...
- Vedanta group's iron ore mining, steel biz cut 2.5 MT of carbon emissions in last 5 yrsVedanta's iron ore and steel business has significantly cut carbon emissions. Over five years, nearly 2.5 million tonnes of emissions were ...
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