Psychologists say those who eat rice are psychologically different than wheat eaters; here’s why they are more likely to be loyal friends and spousesEating rice is heavily discouraged by fitness experts these days – due to its high glycaemic index, which can create spikes in blood sugar ...
12 Sep, 2026, 09.44 PM IST
A 25-year-old Canadian primatologist entered Borneo’s remote wild swamps with her husband in 1971 to study orangutans; after 40 years of research, she found that they give birth just once every 7.7 years and documented 400 types of food in their dietIn 1971, Canadian primatologist Biruté Galdikas embarked on an extensive journey into orangutan research in Indonesian Borneo, setting up C...
12 Sep, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
In 2022, China grew rice from seed to seed on Tiangong for 120 days; six seeds produced 59, and their descendants reached a third generation on EarthChinese astronauts have made remarkable strides in agricultural innovation by growing rice aboard the Tiangong space station. The experimen...
11 Sep, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
Nandan Nilekani unveils three tokenisation pilots at Global Fintech Fest 2026Regulators and central banks expressed concerns regarding cryptocurrencies and stablecoins. Nandan Nilekani highlighted tokenization's pote...
10 Sep, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
Feeling hungry soon after meals? Delhi nutritionist shares 7 simple food swaps to add more fibre to your dietDelhi nutritionist Lovneet Batra shares practical food swaps that can enhance your fibre intake. By incorporating greens into your eggs, yo...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.21 AM IST
In 1976, France’s maize harvest hit a historic low; 50 years later, extreme heat and drought could be pushing it there againEurope's farming calendar is shifting as crops mature weeks earlier due to rising temperatures. Extreme heat and prolonged drought are sign...
07 Sep, 2026, 11.29 PM IST
CIC directs Food Ministry to disclose inter-ministerial committee records on Bharat Atta and RiceThe Central Information Commission has directed the Department of Food and Public Distribution to provide agendas and minutes of the Inter-...
07 Sep, 2026, 09.43 PM IST
In 2001, Land Institute in Kansas formally began domesticating Kernza, over two decades later perennial grain was cultivated on more than 3,500 acres of land, emerging famers' go to solution for extreme weatherKernza is one of several perennial grains under development at The Land Institute in Salina, Kansas, about an hour’s drive north of Mueller...
07 Sep, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
Wheat farmers have a new weapon against a pest that costs them $350 million a year; researchers are using straw bales to move tiny parasitoids into fields and fight the wheat stem sawflyA new frontier in pest management is underway as researchers test a groundbreaking method to tackle the wheat stem sawfly issue. Utilizing ...
07 Sep, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
Wholewheat biscuits contained only 19% wheat but 52% maida, company said the 'wholewheat' was only a trademark; Consumer court orders company to pay Rs 1 lakhCCPA has fined Pladis India Rs 1 lakh for marketing McVitie's Wholewheat Marie biscuits as "Wholewheat" despite the product being only 19.5...
06 Sep, 2026, 09.25 PM IST
Ekadashi September dates: Check Aja and Parivartini Ekadashi dates, tithi and Parana timingsEkadashi dates: September 2026 will feature two Ekadashi observances for devotees. Aja Ekadashi falls on September seventh, while Parivarti...
06 Sep, 2026, 07.44 AM IST
Asian buyers turn to Australian, Argentine wheat amid Black Sea disruptionsWith disruptions in the Black Sea causing significant challenges, Asian wheat importers are urgently turning to alternative sources, acquir...
05 Sep, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
El Nino to persist through February 2027: What it means for IndiaWorld Meteorological Organization says prevailing El Nino conditions could intensify into a very strong event and persist through February ...
04 Sep, 2026, 08.07 PM IST
India can unlock over USD 1.5 billion wheat export opportunity as global buyers diversify sourcing: ASSOCHAMIndia can unlock a wheat export opportunity of more than USD 1.5 billion as the gradual reopening of exports coincides with strong domestic...
03 Sep, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
No protein bars. Salman Khan’s heroine, fit and radiant at 57, eats parathas for protein. One ingredient is India’s natural protein powder, can lower blood sugarIt is quite difficult for people who are vegetarians to have access to a protein-rich diet. Taking to Instagram, Bhagyashree, the heroine o...
02 Sep, 2026, 09.54 PM IST
War, weather push crop prices to biggest monthly gain Since 2012Crop prices saw their largest monthly jump in over a decade. Wheat prices reached a three-year high as Black Sea shipments were impacted. S...
01 Sep, 2026, 12.05 PM IST
Govt removes restrictions on wheat exports; Robust export demand for Indian wheat from BangladeshIndia has lifted its four-year ban on wheat and wheat product exports. This move is expected to help temper rising global prices for the st...
25 Aug, 2026, 10.20 AM IST