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
Israel, in the mid-1900s, planted millions of pine trees, and ecologists later found that the Mediterranean shrubs that grew back underneath decided which birds would move inPine forests teeming with birdlife have a secret: it's not the trees, but the undergrowth. A study reveals that dense shrub layers dramatic...
02 Jul, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
Several people killed in fire at Antwerp apartment block, say Belgian policeTragedy struck Antwerp on Wednesday morning as a fierce blaze engulfed an eighth-floor apartment in a 10-story building. Local authorities ...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.13 PM IST
Garena Free Fire MAX redeem codes for July 1, 2026: Claim free diamonds, skins, emotes and other rewardsGarena has dropped new Free Fire MAX redeem codes for July 1, 2026, offering players a chance to snag free diamonds, weapon skins, and more...
01 Jul, 2026, 09.47 AM IST
Haldia Petrochemicals pipeline fire in West Bengal leaves several injuredA major fire incident occurred at Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd's refinery in West Bengal on Tuesday, triggered by a leak in a naphtha pipeline...
30 Jun, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
Darjeeling tea industry seeks Centre's support amid deepening financial stressDarjeeling's famed tea industry is facing severe financial strain due to aging bushes, climate woes, and labor shortages, leading to a sign...
30 Jun, 2026, 01.47 PM IST
More than 20 injured as massive fire breaks out at Haldia Petrochemicals unit in West BengalHaldia Refinery fire news: A major blaze erupted at Haldia unit in West Bengal early Tuesday, injuring at least 20 people. The blaze, origi...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
Institutional demand sparks surge in block deals as promoters book profitsPromoters and large shareholders are cashing in on a stock market rebound, offloading shares worth over ₹24,000 crore in May and June. This...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.36 AM IST
Noida building fire: Blaze erupts at Aranya Society in Sector 119; six fire tenders deployedNoida Aranya Society Building fire: A significant fire erupted in a Noida flat on Monday, triggering an extensive firefighting response. Si...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.30 AM IST
Massive fire breaks out at Himalayan cold storage in LucknowA significant fire erupted at Himalayan Cold Storage in Lucknow's Chinhat area on Sunday, prompting an immediate response from fire tenders...
28 Jun, 2026, 10.54 AM IST
Allentown warehouse fire: How two children sparked a blaze at the former American Atelier furniture factory that destroyed homes and displaced multiple familiesAllentown fire: A massive fire, allegedly started by two children in an abandoned Allentown warehouse, has devastated a community. The blaz...
27 Jun, 2026, 08.08 PM IST
PM Modi visits tortoise enclosure, joins Seychelles president in tree plantation ceremonyDuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent trip to Seychelles, he enjoyed an unforgettable experience interacting with giant tortoises. T...
27 Jun, 2026, 06.32 PM IST
Supreme Court: Plea seeks national fire and life safety framework for high-risk public occupancy premisesA Supreme Court plea urges the Centre and states to establish a national fire and life safety framework for high-risk public places like sc...
27 Jun, 2026, 01.34 PM IST
This ‘dinosaur tree', which survived for 90 million years was found growing in a hidden canyon in AustraliaDinosaur tree found in Australia: A 'living fossil,' the Wollemi pine, once thought extinct, was rediscovered in Australia in 1994. This an...
26 Jun, 2026, 06.31 PM IST
A symphony of spice and sound: Louisiana’s “Year of Outdoors” theme offers local musical treasure trove and culinary experiencesLouisiana offers a soulful escape, weaving together waterways, music, and cuisine. From New Orleans' vibrant neighborhoods to the Atchafala...
25 Jun, 2026, 03.49 PM IST
Italy planted Norway spruce across the Alps in the 1930s, a deliberate-but-naive reforestation drive, but 90 years on, plant diversity is 50% lower than in native forestsA 90-year-old reforestation project in Italy's Prealps planted Norway spruce. A new study reveals this decision drastically reduced plant d...
19 Jun, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
In 1960, Spain planted an invasive tree thinking it was a great idea, and now it's hammering local birdlife because the ecosystem can't keep upNew research from Spain reveals a stark difference in birdlife between native forests and eucalyptus plantations. While species numbers rem...
18 Jun, 2026, 04.03 PM IST