When trees become citizens: A lesson in redefining progressIn a move that elevates environmental stewardship to policy, the Canadian municipality of Terrasse-Vaudreuil has granted trees legal rights...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Best proverb of the day: “The forest was shrinking, but the trees kept voting for the axe, because...” — Why did the forest choose the axe? An old Eastern European proverb reveals why people often trust what feels familiar, and the powerful life lesson it teaches about self-deception, and the hidden consequences of everyday choicesBest Eastern European proverb of the day: For centuries, proverbs have captured complex truths in just a few words, but few are as striking...
23 Jun, 2026, 10.22 PM IST
Ex-banker quits corporate job, turns to chemical-free zero-budget farming; builds Rs 21 crore agriculture empire across 650 acres in Andhra, empowers 3,000 rural womenA former banker, Amith Kishan, transformed his life by establishing Hebbevu Farms in Andhra Pradesh, a 650-acre natural farming enterprise....
23 Jun, 2026, 09.51 PM IST
Does planting more trees on farmland actually hurt bird populations? Here's what a new study reveals about hidden risks of tree plantingNew research from Japan reveals that planting trees for conservation, while beneficial for some birds, can negatively impact species relian...
23 Jun, 2026, 04.35 AM IST
Aravalli Biodiversity Park helps Delhi retain 3 million litres of rainwater, reduce flooding: StudyDelhi's Aravalli Biodiversity Park is a vital green lung, retaining nearly three million litres of rainwater annually and significantly red...
22 Jun, 2026, 04.44 PM IST
Proverb of the day: “A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.”Proverb of the day: A timeless Greek proverb reveals that true societal greatness stems from selfless contributions to future generations. ...
22 Jun, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
Best proverb of the day: 'When planning for a year, plant corn. When planning for life...' Life lessons on happiness, goals, immediate results, sustainable foundations, lasting legacy, investments and true successBest proverb of the day reminds us that the goals we set decide the actions we take. The Chinese proverb, often linked to Guanzi, explains ...
22 Jun, 2026, 04.41 AM IST
GI tag puts Mandu's Khurasani Imli on the global mapMandu's unique Khurasani Imli, the fruit of the iconic Baobab tree, has received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This recognition is se...
21 Jun, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
Korean proverb of the day: 'Having no children is the ultimate, peaceful destiny; a house with many children is like a tree with too many branches...' An old saying about raising children offers a realistic look at parenthood and family responsibilitiesThe Korean proverb of the day reflects the realities of family life and parenthood. Using the image of a tree constantly moved by the wind,...
20 Jun, 2026, 11.28 PM IST
Forget concrete, steel or wood. One state in India, has ‘living bridges’ which last for 500 yearsMeghalaya's Khasi community crafts extraordinary 'living bridges' from the roots of rubber fig trees, a testament to natural engineering. T...
20 Jun, 2026, 10.39 PM IST
600,000 live plants, 1200 tree species, bamboo decor: Entrepreneur says Bengaluru airport 'feels like a different world’Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport Terminal 2 is winning global acclaim. It has been named one of the World's Most Beautiful Airp...
19 Jun, 2026, 04.59 PM IST
Bengaluru man's magic! In just 24 hours, he revives a forgotten pond; Now it holds twice the water and attracts Kingfishers, Herons & moreA dried-up Bengaluru pond, Bikkanahalli Kunte, has been revived in just 24 hours by environmentalist Gurunandan Rao and volunteers. After m...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.43 PM IST
Oliver Tree Helicopter crash: When the US singer revealed he was exploring polyamory and dating multiple partnersOliver Tree death crash: Alt-pop musician Oliver Tree reportedly died in a helicopter crash. Fans are revisiting his interviews. Tree spoke...
16 Jun, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
Japanese Proverb of the Day: ‘The man who waited for the cherry blossom to fall into his…’ Waiting for your lucky break? This ancient wisdom teaches why you keep failingJapanese proverb of the day offers a lesson to remember about determination, hard work and success. Its wisdom continues to resonate across...
15 Jun, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
Oliver Tree death: All about American alt-pop singer who dies after two helicopters collided mid-air in BrazilOliver Tree dead: The passengers on the same helicopter as Tree included a Brazilian music producer, Argentine video director and Argentine...
15 Jun, 2026, 02.12 AM IST
Buddhist proverb of the day: 'If you love someone but rarely make yourself available to him or her, that is not true love' ; life lessons on how love is not just pretty words but not making your spouse feel neglectedLove needs more than just attraction. A Buddhist proverb highlights that true love demands patience, trust, and time. Being available for l...
14 Jun, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Nobel Prize-winning poet Pablo Neruda: ‘I want to do with you what spring does with…’Pablo Neruda, a Nobel laureate and influential poet, explored love, nature, and the human condition. His famous quote, "I want to do with y...
14 Jun, 2026, 02.54 PM IST