In 1950, amid the Cold War, a tiny beetle from the US was destroying potato crops across East Germany. Then began one of history's strangest propaganda campaignsIn 1950, a striped potato beetle became the centre of one of the Cold War's most unusual propaganda campaigns after East Germany accused th...
19 Jun, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
Not just El Nino: What else is holding back India's monsoon?India's monsoon has slowed significantly. A weak surge from the Arabian Sea and missing weather systems are causing a rainfall deficit. Thi...
19 Jun, 2026, 09.32 AM IST
India facing 41% rainfall deficit as southwest monsoon stalls over MaharashtraIndia is experiencing a significant rainfall deficit. The southwest monsoon has stalled, impacting large parts of the country. Several mete...
18 Jun, 2026, 07.19 PM IST
Indigenous people's way of life holds key to peace in a war-torn world: President MurmuPresident Droupadi Murmu stated that indigenous people's connection with nature offers peace. Their traditions of worshipping earth and tre...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
Does E20 petrol attract ants due to sugar residue? Here's what you need to knowIndia mandates E20 petrol from April 1, 2026. Viral claims suggest E20 attracts ants due to sugar. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BP...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.33 PM IST
Major boost to Meghalaya's infrastructure as Nitin Gadkari lays foundation stones of 6 National Highway projectsMeghalaya's infrastructure receives a major boost with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurating and laying foundation stones for six highw...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.17 AM IST
Govt to formulate plan to stop incidents of stubble burning: Agriculture ministerThe Indian government will create a plan to end stubble burning. This initiative aims to improve air quality in Delhi-NCR and protect soil ...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
Northeast’s rise under PM Modi is one of India’s biggest success stories: Sarbananda SonowalThe Northeast region of India has transformed into a major economic growth hub; significant investments in infrastructure, digital connecti...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.02 PM IST
Adequate fertiliser stocks available, Govt ready to tackle El Nino impact: Shivraj Singh ChouhanUnion Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan confirmed ample fertilizer stocks for farmers. He assured continued availability of urea a...
15 Jun, 2026, 02.19 PM IST
India leads consensus on future of agriculture as BRICS adopts historic Indore declarationThe declaration outlines several landmark decisions aimed at strengthening food security, farmer welfare, climate-resilient agriculture, ag...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.39 PM IST
Assam CM flags off international consignment of GI-tagged Tezpur litchis to SingaporeAssam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has launched the export of GI-tagged Tezpur litchis to Singapore. This marks a significant step ...
13 Jun, 2026, 04.23 PM IST
Weak monsoon may drag agri GDP into contractionIndian agriculture is at a crossroads, facing significant hurdles in the coming years. Analysts project little to no growth for agricultura...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
Govt’s Bidadi township project aimed to benefit real estate interests, alleges union minister KumaraswamyUnion Minister H D Kumaraswamy has intensified his attack on the state government's Bidadi township project. He challenged Chief Minister D...
12 Jun, 2026, 08.34 PM IST
BRICS agriculture ministers begin deliberations in Indore on food security, small farmers' welfareBRICS agriculture ministers are meeting in Indore. India is chairing the two-day event. Key discussions focus on food security. The welfare...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
Karnataka minister MB Patil seeks restoration of Bengaluru–Shivamogga flights under UDANKarnataka Infrastructure Development Minister MB Patil has requested the Union government to reintroduce the Bengaluru-Shivamogga air route...
11 Jun, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
Union Cabinet passes resolution lauding PM Modi for becoming the longest-serving elected PMThe Union Cabinet on Wednesday passed a resolution applauding Prime Minister Narendra Modi for becoming the longest-serving elected PM for ...
10 Jun, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
Science at scale: India’s journey from food security to global leadershipToday, India is the world’s largest producer of milk, pulses, and spices; the largest exporter of rice; and among the leading producers of ...
08 Jun, 2026, 07.45 PM IST