Scientists say ozone loss could have been spotted in the 1950s, because today’s layered satellite tools reveal that industrial chemicals were already thinning the atmosphere long before the Antarctic hole was foundA new study reveals that ozone depletion might have been detectable in the 1950s, predating widespread CFC use. Carbon tetrachloride, an in...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
Venezuelans search more earthquake ruins as attention turns to humanitarian crisisVenezuelans are desperately searching for survivors after powerful earthquakes, with hopes fading as days pass. The cash-strapped governmen...
30 Jun, 2026, 07.59 AM IST
NASA is racing to save a legendary Space telescope before it falls back to EarthNASA is executing an unprecedented, first-of-its-kind rescue mission to save the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, a highly successful 21-yea...
29 Jun, 2026, 07.24 PM IST
Rocket Lab buys Iridium in $8 billion deal, to expand beyond launchesThe deal accelerates a long-time push beyond launch services by adding an established satellite network, globally coordinated spectrum and ...
29 Jun, 2026, 07.13 PM IST
No smartphones, internet or AI: This Karnataka boy from Chikkamagaluru, who learnt about space from encyclopaedias, now sends advanced satellites into orbitA Karnataka village boy, Awais Ahmed, once reliant on encyclopedias for space knowledge, co-founded Pixxel, a company now orbiting Earth wi...
29 Jun, 2026, 04.07 PM IST
Extreme heat adds pressure to food supplies already hit by warMeteorologists warn of prolonged high temperatures due to El Niño, compounding climate change impacts and already high farming costs. This ...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
Can a weak monsoon slow India's economy? Here's what investors need to knowA 10% rain deficit could add as much as one-percentage-point to headline consumer inflation driven by food prices, according to research by...
29 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Flood toll rises to three as another body found in Arunachal Pradesh, IMD warns of heavy rainArunachal Pradesh grapples with escalating flood crisis as Keyi Panyor toll reaches three with a body found in Papum Pare. Incessant rains ...
28 Jun, 2026, 03.14 PM IST
Passive investing explosion: DSP’s Anil Ghelani predicts ETFs, index funds will command 30% of mutual fund industryPassive investing is gaining rapid traction in India, with DSP’s Anil Ghelani projecting ETFs and index funds to grow from 17% to 30% of mu...
28 Jun, 2026, 01.47 PM IST
DGCA conducts first satellite-based landing system approach on jet aircraft in India using GAGANIndia has achieved a major aviation milestone with its first-ever satellite-based landing system approach on a jet aircraft. An IndiGo Airb...
28 Jun, 2026, 12.36 PM IST
Russia fortifies Engels Airbase with hardened shelters for Tu-95 and Tu-160 strategic bombersRussia is fortifying its Engels Airbase with at least 17 new hardened aircraft shelters for its Tu-95MS and Tu-160 strategic bombers. This ...
26 Jun, 2026, 02.41 PM IST
Climate-related disruptions affecting MSMEs' productivity, operations, supply chains: ReportA new report reveals a stark 'actionability gap,' as most businesses rely on reactive measures instead of proactive resilience. This vulner...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.37 AM IST
How a Gujarat car owner claimed Rs 1.25 lakh insurance without any proof of accident?A Surat car owner received Rs 1.25 lakh from ICICI Lombard after a consumer commission ruled the undisputed car damage warranted compensati...
25 Jun, 2026, 04.11 PM IST
Watch: Venezuela rocked by 2 deadly earthquakes within 39 seconds. Roads crack open, buildings shake & residents run in fearEarthquake in Venezuela: Venezuela was jolted by two powerful earthquakes, a 7.2 magnitude followed by a 7.5 magnitude just 39 seconds late...
25 Jun, 2026, 08.26 AM IST
DoT notifies new authorisation norms for telcos to shift from licencing regimeThe government has launched a new authorization-based framework for the telecom sector, replacing the old licensing system. A dedicated por...
24 Jun, 2026, 08.06 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
El Nino may hit India's monsoon, rice and maize output: FAOIndia faces a potential threat as El Nino begins. The Food and Agriculture Organization warns of a weakened summer monsoon. This could stre...
15 Jun, 2026, 09.01 PM IST