BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group meet begins in Odisha's Puri, CM Majhi to join on ThursdayPuri hosts the BRICS Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group meeting. Delegates from member nations gather to discuss disaster mitigation str...
03 Jun, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
80% chance of El Nino developing between June-August: United NationsA strong El Nino is developing with an 80 percent chance. This natural climate event will warm Pacific waters and influence global weather....
02 Jun, 2026, 12.52 PM IST
Beating the Heat: India’s data centre dream and the 50°C reality in its pathIndia's digital economy is expanding rapidly. However, extreme heat is straining its data centers. Rising temperatures increase cooling nee...
22 May, 2026, 12.37 PM IST
Flood watch weather update: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland set to receive more rains, flash floods warning issuedTorrential rain inundated parts of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Maryland on Monday night. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy declare...
18 May, 2026, 03.45 PM IST
10 major disasters, 1.2 million people affected across Himalayas in 2025, says ICIMOD analysisThe analysis by the inter-governmental body, International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) also said the increasing imp...
14 May, 2026, 08.46 PM IST
Pakistan receives USD 1.3 bn loan from IMF: Central bankPakistan has recieved USD 1.3 billion from the International Monetary Fund. This funding comes from two separate programs, the Extended Fun...
13 May, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
Mount Everest season opens late, with climbers undeterred by huge ice block and high travel costsHundreds of climbers are attempting Mount Everest despite an unstable ice block and increased costs. The Khumbu Icefall route, crucial for ...
07 May, 2026, 11.24 AM IST
Road ministry to prioritise slope stabilisationRoad safety in hilly regions is set to improve. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways will now focus on stabilizing slopes before bui...
30 Apr, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
WHO shares AC-and-fan cooling formula for your room that can cut electricity bill by 70% and give comfortable sleep as wellThe World Health Organization has shared a simple cooling method to help people stay comfortable during rising heat while also reducing ele...
27 Apr, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
Spiders the size of a human hand are spreading throughout the USGiant Joro spiders from East Asia are spreading across America. These impressive weavers are establishing themselves in new regions. Their ...
25 Apr, 2026, 01.51 PM IST
Extreme weather could endanger over one-third of land animal habitats by 2085, study warnsA major scientific study warns that climate change could significantly impact global wildlife in the coming decades. Researchers found that...
25 Apr, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
Why You Should Never Store Potatoes and Onions TogetherKeep onions and potatoes separate in your kitchen to extend their shelf life. Onions release ethylene gas, which causes potatoes to sprout ...
23 Apr, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Everyone Talks About Cleaning, But No One Mentions This StepTrue cleanliness goes beyond a shiny appearance. Scientific studies reveal that rinsing surfaces after cleaning and ensuring cleaning tools...
23 Apr, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
The Right Way To Store Shoes So They Don’t Wear Out Twice As FastYour favourite shoes can last much longer with simple storage adjustments. Bad storage causes chemical breakdown and material weakening. Ke...
22 Apr, 2026, 10.42 AM IST
NABARD launches National Climate Stack Innovation ChallengeIndia's climate risks are growing. NABARD, The Gates Foundation, and Dalberg Advisors are launching a new initiative.
06 Mar, 2026, 11.56 AM IST
Transport assets worth USD 400 billion in India exposed to climate hazards: ReportA new report reveals that climate change poses a significant risk to South Asia's transport infrastructure, with USD 575 billion worth of a...
21 Nov, 2024, 04.53 PM IST
Food security: How to deal with effects of climate change on Indian agricultureThe largest climate hazard risks to state food supply are in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, and Assam. These most at-risk areas should be prioritis...
12 Jun, 2022, 11.34 PM IST