18 koalas moved to Kangaroo Island in the 1920s; a century on, 27,000 descendants are stripping eucalyptus bare and risk mass starvationKoalas are overpopulating in South Australia's Mount Lofty Ranges. This boom threatens eucalyptus forests, their food source. Scientists pr...
15 Jun, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
Why India’s green transition must move beyond large-scale renewable projectsAs India pursues ambitious climate and renewable energy goals, decentralised clean energy solutions are emerging as a critical driver of ru...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
Why India's manufacturing future needs more than jugaadIndia's manufacturing sector faces a critical juncture. Global buyers demand zero defects and reliability, moving beyond India's traditiona...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.43 PM IST
Never burn out, never complain, never quit: Solomon the Great said study ants to get wise; here are the 7 life lessons he meantAnts, though small in size, offer surprisingly powerful lessons for human life. This article highlights the wisdom found in observing their...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.01 AM IST
Ludhiana MBA graduates ditch corporate jobs to grow Kashmir’s ‘red gold’ saffron, sell it for Rs 12 lakh/kg. Here's how they did itTwo MBA graduates from Punjab's Ludhiana are making headlines for achieving a remarkable feat, cultivating premium Kashmiri saffron indoors...
28 May, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
Meta layoffs hit India; Local VCs eye Wispr Flow fundingHappy Wednesday! Tech major Meta has quietly axed a dozen India roles as part of its latest global AI-era reset. This and more in today's E...
27 May, 2026, 07.35 AM IST
China is using a bacteria to turn desert into fertile soil in just 10 monthsA groundbreaking technique from China transforms barren desert sand into fertile soil in just 10 months. Researchers use resilient cyanobac...
26 May, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
Manufacturers look beyond cost cutting to drive AI adoptionA survey found meeting customer expectations (49%) and boosting operational efficiency (47%) were the primary forces driving AI adoption am...
25 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
In 1938, Roy Plunkett investigated a blocked gas cylinder during routine lab work: The waxy residue inside became Teflon and reshaped industrial chemistryThe year was 1938 when a gas cylinder unexpectedly jammed, leading chemist Roy Plunkett to stumble upon a curious white material. This rema...
18 May, 2026, 04.29 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: “Fortune does not come twice, misfortune does not come alone” — A harsh truth about life and lessons on human nature, opportunity, timing, and why problems multiplyChinese proverb of the day highlights the meaning of “Fortune does not come twice. Misfortune does not come alone.” The saying explains why...
12 May, 2026, 05.58 PM IST
Customers unsure about making house help apps a habit even as investors fall for the crazeQuick commerce is transforming domestic help hiring in India. New apps offer on-demand house help, attracting investor attention. These pla...
12 May, 2026, 09.22 AM IST
Are you leading—or just managing? John D. Rockefeller’s powerful truth most managers still ignoreThought of the day: In a world that often celebrates individual achievement, this quote redirects attention to collective success. In doing...
09 May, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
Quote of the Day by John Milton: “For what can war, but endless war, still breed?” — A powerful reflection on the cycle of conflict and endless violence by the renowed literary figure known for known for Paradise Lost and AreopagiticaJohn Milton's Quote, “For what can war, but endless war, still breed?” John Milton’s quote is a powerful reflection on war, peace, and the ...
05 May, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
Himanta supremacy: BJP is the only party to buck anti-incumbencyAssam Election Results: The BJP is poised to win the Assam Assembly elections, bucking anti-incumbency trends seen elsewhere. Chief Ministe...
04 May, 2026, 08.21 PM IST
ET Opinion | The STEM Multiplier: Preparing India’s youth to leadIndia is embracing STEM education to prepare for a future shaped by automation and digitalization. New roles combining technology and human...
27 Apr, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
Extreme heat threatens global food systems, UN agencies warnFarmers and fishers are struggling as heatwaves become more frequent and intense. Yields are falling, and harvests are failing. The United ...
24 Apr, 2026, 10.34 AM IST
Why Putting a Spoon in Your Freezer Could Save Your FoodKitchen cooks are finding a simple trick to reduce food waste: freezing a steel spoon. This method, backed by science, leverages thermal co...
23 Apr, 2026, 05.06 PM IST