In the 1800s, Americans planted tamarisk for windbreaks and erosion control; by 2005, the tree had spread across western river systems and become a major management concernTamarisk was originally brought in for various practical applications, but it has since proliferated across western waterways. This invasiv...
11 Aug, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
TSMC, Sony to invest $4.7 billion in joint venture for image sensorsSony will be the controlling shareholder and invest 465 billion yen ($2.92 billion) through a combination of cash and asset transfers, in...
11 Aug, 2026, 04.59 PM IST
SFO Tech partners with US-based Smart IOPS to manufacture data storage hardware in KochiThrough the tie-up, SFO has integrated Smart IOPS’ proprietary ‘TruRandom’ controller technology into its production lines, the company sai...
11 Aug, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
Air India's A320 plane suffered glitches, turbulence during Phuket-Delhi flight: SourcesAn Air India A320 encountered severe technical issues, including three hydraulic failures, which led to a sudden loss of about 300 feet in ...
10 Aug, 2026, 10.20 PM IST
Soccer: Amazon founder Bezos nears deal to buy stake in LiverpoolA consortium, including Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin, is nearing a deal for a stake in Liverpool FC. This investment group is reportedly ...
10 Aug, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
North Korean hacking group builds AI tools for cyberattacks, report saysThe cybersecurity firm, Genians, said it found evidence that the North Korean-linked group Kimsuky had set up tools for running and manag...
10 Aug, 2026, 04.34 PM IST
Centre says no policy bars airport operators from owning airlines, confirms AAI receiving waiver requestThe government stated no policy prevents airport operators from holding airline equity. However, existing contracts may restrict such cross...
10 Aug, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
Adani Group 'lying brazenly' to stock exchanges: Mahua Moitra over group's alleged airline plansA purported June 4 letter from Adani Airports to the Airports Authority of India (AAI) seeks a waiver that would allow Adani Defence & Aero...
10 Aug, 2026, 10.40 AM IST
How Adani’s $125 billion capex boom is creating new winners on Dalal StreetAdani Group's massive investments in infrastructure are proving advantageous for various publicly traded companies. These affiliates are no...
10 Aug, 2026, 08.37 AM IST
In 2018, researchers tested 50 students to see if alcohol could improve foreign-language speaking; the surprising finding won an Ig Nobel PrizeA study found that a small alcohol dose improved foreign language pronunciation perception. Independent listeners rated Dutch speakers bett...
09 Aug, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
How the Iran-backed Houthis' claims of deadly attacks are stoking fears of a wider regional conflictYemen's Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for deadly attacks this week. These actions escalated the conflict and raised regional concern...
07 Aug, 2026, 06.47 PM IST
The anatomy of corporate controlIn a major change to India’s corporate governance, the regulatory framework is set to redefine "control" with reference to the business and...
07 Aug, 2026, 04.37 PM IST
Volkswagen owners urge urgent action to cut costs, fend off China rivalsVolkswagen's controlling families are urging management to act now. They emphasize the company's historic crossroads and need for sustainab...
07 Aug, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
Can Tata Sons stay unlisted? Here's what RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra saidTata Sons may face renewed pressure to list if the RBI classifies it as an upper-layer NBFC under revised principle-based norms. Governor S...
06 Aug, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
KKR veterans Sanjay Nayar, Johannes Huth to anchor Rs 2,500-crore buyout fund Arjav CapitalThe fund has secured commitments of Rs 650-700 crore from family offices, including those of former Bharti Enterprises vice chairman Akhil ...
06 Aug, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
Psychology researchers reveal how the way you sit could affect your mood and the choices you makeNew research suggests posture can influence emotions and decisions. Sitting upright led to more positive feelings and better risk-taking. P...
06 Aug, 2026, 05.36 AM IST
Europe's established tech firms emerge as unexpected AI winnersSAP, Capgemini, Sopra Steria and OVHcloud have all reported stronger demand, faster growth or upgraded outlooks as companies move from expe...
05 Aug, 2026, 11.45 AM IST