RTI Act turns 21: Commissions choke on backlog, appeals in Tripura, MP may be decided in 2046An independent study has revealed significant delays in the disposal of RTI appeals across various states. Tripura and Madhya Pradesh have ...
13 Oct, 2026, 08.24 AM IST
Wheat sowing faces heat from water shortage this winterFarmers in India are likely to reduce wheat planting this winter due to water scarcity and low minimum support prices. Regions such as Raja...
13 Oct, 2026, 12.52 AM IST
Cleveland Fed's Hammack backs restrictive policy, says better if it comes 'relatively quickly'Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack has stressed the urgency of adopting a strict monetary policy as a response to mounting inflation that...
13 Oct, 2026, 12.36 AM IST
How did ancient Roman engineers make water flow uphill? The ingenious technology behind their aqueductsRoman engineers had advanced water transport systems, including aqueducts and inverted siphons, to navigate challenging terrains. By levera...
12 Oct, 2026, 11.50 PM IST
Placing aluminium foil around potted plants: How this simple home trick works, its benefits and the right way to use it to help indoor plants thriveUsing aluminium foil around potted plants can significantly improve light distribution and contribute to healthy growth. When strategically...
12 Oct, 2026, 09.44 PM IST
NHRC has grown into trusted address for aggrieved: Chief Justice of India Surya KantChief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant said the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has grown into a trusted institution for the numbe...
12 Oct, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
Carlsberg India told to close Alwar unit over pollution breach ahead of $700 million IPO plansCarlsberg India's operating consent for its Alwar brewery was revoked due to high particulate emissions. The brewery's pollution levels wer...
12 Oct, 2026, 01.01 AM IST
How to clean a burnt pan quickly at home: Try these 3 easy methods to remove stubborn food residue without harsh scrubbingCleaning burnt pans doesn't require harsh chemicals—household staples are quite effective. For starters, simmer vinegar with water to loose...
11 Oct, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
Stale crackers and cereal can turn crisp again instead of going in the trash; a few minutes in a 425°F oven can drive off enough moisture to revive the crunchReviving your stale dry snacks, like crackers, is simple and effective. Using an oven to eliminate excess moisture can bring back their del...
10 Oct, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
Weak rains clouds recovery in Rs 3.3 lakh crore microfinance sectorIndia's microfinance sector, with a market worth ₹3.30 lakh crore, is encountering credit risk hurdles. Key factors include inconsistent ra...
09 Oct, 2026, 06.55 AM IST
Bangladesh seeks new or revised Ganges water pact with India ahead of 2026 deadlineBangladesh is requesting a new or revised Ganges water-sharing treaty with India prior to 2026. Water Resources Minister Shahid Uddin Chowd...
08 Oct, 2026, 11.04 PM IST
‘Expatriates may bring their families to the Kingdom’; Saudi Arabia refreshes family visa processSaudi Arabia has introduced a new family visa process for skilled Indian professionals moving to the Kingdom. Eligible workers can now appl...
07 Oct, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
New rural jobs framework notifies 375 activitiesThe ministry of rural development said the new schedule under the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM G) Gram...
07 Oct, 2026, 12.39 AM IST
Kabul water crisis: Afghan capital edges towards 'day zero' as boreholes dry, drought bites and aid stays frozenKabul faces a severe water crisis as aquifers deplete faster than they can be replenished. The population growth has resulted in excessive ...
06 Oct, 2026, 08.40 PM IST
In 2006, Matt Damon built a non-profit after seeing water crisis in a Zambian village; 20 years later, the charity mission has reached more than 95 million peopleMatt Damon's water nonprofit began after a 2006 visit to Zambia, where a borewell near a young girl's home was the only thing standing betw...
06 Oct, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
Govt notifies 375 permissible works under VB-G RAM G, expands scope by 41 per centThe Centre has introduced 375 new permissible works under the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission. The categories inclu...
06 Oct, 2026, 01.24 PM IST
Second water bodies census: Maharashtra records 4.74 lakh, UP 2.86 lakh; five states see declineMaharashtra's water bodies rose to 4.74 lakh, nearly five times the first census total. Uttar Pradesh also recorded an increase, with over ...
03 Oct, 2026, 03.26 PM IST