In 1950, Australia used a virus as a biological weapon against millions of rabbits; scientists just decoded how they fought back, using DNA from a rabbit that once belonged to Charles DarwinAustralia's 1950 introduction of the myxoma virus to control rabbits backfired as evolution intervened. Scientists, analyzing rabbit DNA ac...
25 Jun, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
Govt facilitates shipment of Banganapalle mangoes to Singapore, farmers earn twice of domestic priceIndia has successfully shipped premium Banganapalle mangoes to Singapore via sea freight, a first for commercial exports. This initiative b...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
Wednesday Quote of the Day by Cristiano Ronaldo: "I don't have to worry what others think. I talk when I want to. Everybody knows..."Wednesday Quote of the Day: Cristiano Ronaldo's classic message on self-belief is resonating widely at the time of FIFA World Cup, especial...
25 Jun, 2026, 01.59 PM IST
El Niño is set to further disrupt India's $300 billion farm supply chainIndia's crucial monsoon rains are delayed, disrupting the nation's $300 billion farm economy just as planting season begins. This agricultu...
25 Jun, 2026, 06.44 AM IST
Vishal Sikka’s AI startup Hang Ten Systems raises $32 million led by MayfieldFormer Infosys CEO Vishal Sikka has launched Hang Ten Systems, an AI startup focused on enterprise solutions, securing $32 million in seed ...
24 Jun, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
Idiom of the Day: 'A dime a dozen'- Meaning, origin, and inspiring life lessons on the harsh truth about commonality and value in today's worldIn today's world, many things are easily found and lack uniqueness, a concept captured by the idiom 'a dime a dozen.' This phrase, originat...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.50 AM IST
India prepares contingency plans for 315 districts as monsoon faltersIndia is implementing contingency plans for over 300 vulnerable districts facing a potentially weak monsoon. With rains currently 43% below...
23 Jun, 2026, 10.21 PM IST
Need to cut chemical fertilisers usage via crop diversification, incentives: EAC-PM ChairmanIndia must curb chemical fertilizer use by promoting crop diversification, natural farming, and productivity-linked incentives, stated EAC-...
23 Jun, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
The 'Boss Scam': I4C warns of cyber fraud targeting CEOs, firmsCybercriminals are employing a new 'Boss Scam' to defraud companies. Impersonating regulators, they send malicious files via email or Whats...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
India's biggest space-tech opportunity lies downstream, not just in launchesSpaceX's massive valuation highlights the immense potential in space technology, with Starlink and AI driving value. While India's space st...
21 Jun, 2026, 11.07 PM IST
Be proud & don't flatter yourself, days of the nightie are upon usThe humble Indian nightie, a symbol of practical modesty and comfort, is emerging as a powerful, yet overlooked, industry. Beyond its domes...
20 Jun, 2026, 10.16 PM IST
‘1 cow for 30 acres’: How Dahod farmers in Gujarat doubled profits using cow dung & urineFarmers in Gujarat's Dahod district are achieving remarkable profits by ditching chemical fertilizers and embracing natural farming. A sing...
20 Jun, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
Multi-tier weekend traffic plan in place for Mussoorie, Rishikesh amid tourist rush: OfficialsDehradun police have unveiled a comprehensive traffic plan for the weekend to manage the surge of tourists heading to Mussoorie, Chakrata, ...
20 Jun, 2026, 12.38 PM IST
Mexican proverb of the day: 'The house does not rest upon the ground, but upon...' Life lessons on unwavering support, nurturing spirit, emotional foundation, values, strength and resilienceMexican proverb of the day highlights the role of women in building strong families and stable homes. The proverb explains that a home depe...
19 Jun, 2026, 11.31 PM IST
How a fruit born out of 1992 experiment is helping farmers earn Rs 10–12 lakh per acreMahabaleshwar strawberries have become a symbol of Maharashtra's agricultural innovation, growing from a seasonal fruit into a thriving ind...
19 Jun, 2026, 01.12 PM IST
Restoring India’s land, securing India’s future through science and collective actionScientific innovations and integrated farming systems are combating land degradation and enhancing climate resilience, benefiting millions ...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.10 AM IST
Burmese proverb of the day: ‘Even if there be no one to depend upon, one should not depend upon a fool: a fool, indeed, like an…’ - a lesson on trust and wise decision-makingBurmese proverb of the day warns against relying on fools. It states that an incapable person can cause destruction, much like an enemy wit...
14 Jun, 2026, 12.49 PM IST