New Zealand in the 1850s planted millions of pines for timber, but today scientists are spending millions trying to stop them from overrunning native mountainsNew Zealand's high country is battling an invasion of non-native pine trees, introduced generations ago for forestry. These 'wilding conife...
04 Jul, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
500 baked treats, pure butter: Dehradun’s 73-year-old bakery is known for its caramelised stick jaws. But the ex-army man’s iconic shop is a treasure trove of nostalgic delightsFounded in 1953 by Krishan Lal Gulati, Elloras Bakery has grown into one of Dehradun's most cherished food destinations. Gulati started the...
04 Jul, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
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
South Africa, in the mid-1800s, planted millions of Australian acacias as a dune fix; 180 years later, that decision is costing the country its rivers and ecosystemA 19th-century solution to coastal erosion in South Africa, planting Australian Acacia trees, has become a major environmental crisis. Thes...
03 Jul, 2026, 05.04 PM IST
Since 1978, China has planted 66 billion trees to fight the desert; scientists just found they are outpacing natural forests by 66%China's massive tree-planting initiative, aimed at combating desertification, has yielded surprising results. New research indicates these ...
03 Jul, 2026, 04.39 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
Centre weighs SEZ, GCC pilots to boost PM Internship SchemeThe corporate affairs ministry is actively seeking to boost participation in the PM Internship Scheme. New measures include pilot projects ...
03 Jul, 2026, 10.42 AM IST
Mumbai rains today: IMD issues orange alert as financial capital records 150 mm rain in 24 hrs; Mandavi tops rainfall chartMumbai weather: The financial capital experienced intense rainfall, with Mandavi Fire Station recording 150.2 mm. Widespread waterlogging h...
03 Jul, 2026, 09.19 AM IST
Britain in the 1920s planted millions of Sitka spruce trees for timber, but scientists now say the country's forests support far fewer birds, plants, and insects than native woodlandsBritain's vast Sitka spruce plantations, while economically vital, host a surprisingly limited number of species compared to native trees. ...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.34 PM IST
Greek Proverb of the Day: 'A society grows great when old men...'-A timeless lesson on legacy, selflessness, and building a better futureA timeless Greek proverb highlights that true societal greatness stems from selfless acts benefiting future generations. It emphasizes that...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.22 PM IST
Disney pumps Rs 123 crore into JioStar India in fresh FDIWalt Disney's Star Group injected Rs 123 crore into JioStar India via FDI, bolstering the Reliance-Disney joint venture. This follows subst...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.06 AM IST
No cutting trees yet, 200% stronger wood: Japan’s 600-year-old technique for producing wood is a lesson on sustainable forestryDiscover Daisugi, a 600-year-old Japanese tradition offering premium timber without deforestation. This ingenious method, originating in 14...
01 Jul, 2026, 08.51 AM IST
What’s beneath Switzerland? A massive scan just revealed the hidden landscapeSwitzerland’s new 10-meter resolution sunlight map (swissrad10) tracks solar energy across complex terrain. By measuring shifting shadows f...
30 Jun, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
Omaxe to invest Rs 6,200 cr to build 19 hotels in 5 statesOmaxe, a key player in real estate development, has announced a bold initiative involving a Rs 6,200 crore investment over five years to cr...
29 Jun, 2026, 06.21 PM IST
Sarovar Hotels plans to double branded residences portfolioSarovar Hotels is poised to expand its footprint in the branded residences sector, intending to double its portfolio within a year. With 80...
28 Jun, 2026, 12.10 AM IST
Once known for drought & rejecting girl child, this village is now green haven that celebrates every girl born. All because one father turned his daughter's death into revolutionA father's grief over the loss of his daughter sparked a remarkable movement in a village in Rajasthan. Today, Piplantri celebrates the bir...
26 Jun, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Should long term investors bet on Waterways Leisure IPO?Ocean cruise operator Waterways Leisure Tourism is set to raise ₹585 crore for expansion and lease payments. Despite operating a single ves...
23 Jun, 2026, 06.18 AM IST