In 1953, South Korea began a massive reforestation campaign after the Korean War. Decades later, the effort produced a stunning transformation, with more than 10 billion trees turning barren mountains into thriving forestsAfter the Korean War ended in 1953, South Korea faced severely degraded hills and mountains, with millions of hectares classified as “bare ...
10 Aug, 2026, 11.25 PM IST
Who is Deepak Dhar? Indian physicist who worked with Richard Feynman wins Dirac Medal previously won by Stephen HawkingProfessor Deepak Dhar has been honored with the 2026 Dirac Medal for his remarkable contributions to the realm of statistical mechanics. Sh...
10 Aug, 2026, 06.12 PM IST
Over 5 lakh UK visas issued to Indians as Britain completes eVisa rolloutIndia remains a key UK travel market, with over 500,000 visas granted to its citizens. The United Kingdom has fully transitioned to a digit...
07 Aug, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
Emergency action plans updated for 735 of 6,598 specified dams: CentreEmergency action plans are updated for 735 of 6,598 specified dams nationwide. Maharashtra has the most dams, with 65 having updated emerge...
03 Aug, 2026, 10.18 PM IST
BRICS statistical offices meet begins in Lucknow; focuses on quality data, innovationBRICS national statistical office heads met in Lucknow to strengthen systems. They focused on improving data quality and enhancing internat...
03 Aug, 2026, 08.10 PM IST
In 1927, a woman's little-known brick invention quietly became a foundation of modern constructionAnna Keichline, the first licensed woman architect in Pennsylvania, changed American architecture with ideas that were far ahead of her tim...
03 Aug, 2026, 08.01 PM IST
US Marine Corps says F-35B stealth fighter jet crashed in CaliforniaA U.S. Marine Corps F-35B stealth fighter pilot ejected safely before the jet crashed. The aircraft went down Friday near the Miramar air b...
01 Aug, 2026, 08.11 AM IST
HVFI, Fortis Escorts launch Rs 50 lakh cardiac care initiative for Assam patientsThe Heart Valve Foundation of India announced a Rs 50 lakh grant for cardiac treatment. This initiative will provide advanced cardiac care ...
25 Jul, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
UK inflation at 15-month low in temporary relief for consumersConsumer prices rose 2.6% in the 12 months to June, down from 2.8% in May and the lowest annual rate since March 2025, the Office for Natio...
23 Jul, 2026, 12.52 AM IST
Europe heatwave: The thermometer is flashing red for the continent's economyEurope's heatwave is becoming a growing economic threat as extreme temperatures disrupt transport, reduce labour productivity, damage agric...
21 Jul, 2026, 04.14 PM IST
What is SAVE America Act? Here's all about Trump's plan to overhaul voting in AmericaSave America Act What is it? A Republican-backed bill, the SAVE America Act, mandates citizenship proof for registration and photo ID for v...
17 Jul, 2026, 08.42 AM IST
At least 12,000 excess deaths in Europe's June heatwave: AFP analysisRecord heatwaves across Europe caused over twelve thousand excess deaths. National statistics from nine countries revealed the significant ...
16 Jul, 2026, 10.49 PM IST
Project Cheetah: Concerns emerge over RTI Act 'violations', 'irregularities' in tranquillisationWildlife activist Ajay Dubey has raised concerns regarding Project Cheetah's implementation. He cited violations of the RTI Act and irregul...
16 Jul, 2026, 05.31 PM IST
China detains US seismologist who has studied North Korean nuclear testsA Chinese-born American seismologist is detained in China for nearly two years. He faces spying charges after publishing U.S.-funded work o...
14 Jul, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
Government extends Statistics Secretary Saurabh Garg's tenure by one year till July 2027Saurabh Garg's term as Statistics and Programme Implementation Secretary has been extended. The senior bureaucrat will continue in his role...
14 Jul, 2026, 12.46 PM IST
Europe heatwave kills more than 10000 people in a week, data showsA European heatwave in late June caused over ten thousand excess deaths. Most of these fatalities occurred among individuals aged sixty-fiv...
13 Jul, 2026, 11.13 AM IST
Crunch time for lifestyle diseases as govt plans fitness pushIndia's government is planning new incentives to combat rising lifestyle diseases. Subsidised gym memberships and employer wellness program...
13 Jul, 2026, 12.13 AM IST