Karnataka CM Shivakumar points to migration pressure on Bengaluru, seeks Centre’s supportBengaluru's Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has requested additional infrastructure funding from the Centre. The city's status as India's tech...
11 Jun, 2026, 07.57 PM IST
South Africa's Drakensberg grasslands still look the same, but farmers say droughts, heatwaves, and disease are quietly changing what the land can supportDrought and heatwaves are decimating sheep flocks in South Africa's Drakensberg mountains, threatening the livelihoods and cultural identit...
11 Jun, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
SatSure bags $2.6 million grant to build AI-powered Earth observation modelsIndian space startup SatSure Analytics received a $2.57 million grant to develop AI models for Earth observation, bolstering the nation's s...
11 Jun, 2026, 04.35 PM IST
JSW–The Times of India Earth Care Awards Recognises Champions of Climate Action and Sustainability11 Jun, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
Zojila tunnel breakthrough to bring Ladakh closer to all-weather accessThe Zojila Tunnel project has reached a major milestone with its final breakthrough. This 13.153-km tunnel will provide all-weather road ac...
09 Jun, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
Majority of Indian firms face persistent external disruptions: ReportIndian businesses face talent challenges due to external disruptions. Climate shocks, infrastructure issues, and health outbreaks are affec...
09 Jun, 2026, 06.47 PM IST
5-day BRICS meeting begins in Indore, to discuss global issues in agriculture sectorA significant five-day BRICS meeting has commenced in Indore. Officials are deliberating on crucial topics including food security, smart a...
09 Jun, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
BRICS+ agriculture beyond borders: Trade and resilience for a food-secure worldWith India’s leadership and BRICS+ cooperation, agriculture can become not only a source of food, but a foundation for resilience, prosperi...
09 Jun, 2026, 10.49 AM 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
How economic diplomacy is becoming as important as traditional diplomacyEconomic diplomacy is now paramount, eclipsing traditional political alliances as nations prioritize trade, investment, and supply chain se...
08 Jun, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
El Niño needs monitoring, but India better prepared than earlier: Bayer’s Simon WiebuschFarmers are increasingly recognising climate volatility as a long-term reality, driving greater adoption of climate-smart practices, says S...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
Growing role of SMRs for defence manufacturing and data centre operationIndia's growing defence and data centre sectors face a critical need for reliable power. A recent policy dialogue explored Small Modular Re...
04 Jun, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
Experts highlight growing role of SMRs for defence manufacturing and data centre operationIndia's defense production and data center sectors face a critical power supply constraint. A recent policy dialogue highlighted Small Modu...
04 Jun, 2026, 08.12 AM IST
Leh - Ladakh to develop ten model border hamlets: Ladakh Lieutenant Governor V K SaxenaLeh-Ladakh is developing ten model border villages. The first, Chumur, has begun construction of climate-resilient homes with homestay faci...
03 Jun, 2026, 04.14 PM IST
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
India to host 13th BRICS Urbanisation Forum in New Delhi on June 11-12India hosts the 13th BRICS Urbanisation Forum in New Delhi on June 11-12. Ministers and experts will discuss building inclusive and resilie...
01 Jun, 2026, 07.31 PM IST
Beyond rice, wheat: Why India must revive native ‘orphan crops’ for protein securityIndia can boost nutrition security, cut import dependence, and build a global smart protein industry by scaling climate-resilient indigenou...
01 Jun, 2026, 10.20 AM IST