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Italy planted Norway spruce across the Alps in the 1930s, a deliberate-but-naive reforestation drive, but 90 years on, plant diversity is 50% lower than in native forestsA 90-year-old reforestation project in Italy's Prealps planted Norway spruce. A new study reveals this decision drastically reduced plant d...
In 1950, amid the Cold War, a tiny beetle from the US was destroying potato crops across East Germany. Then began one of history's strangest propaganda campaignsIn 1950, a striped potato beetle became the centre of one of the Cold War's most unusual propaganda campaigns after East Germany accused th...
Ancient forests, blooming rhododendrons, glacial rivers, log bridges: This offbeat Himalayan valley in Arunachal Pradesh offers a magical trekking experience for travellersEscape to the untouched wilderness of Ayeo Valley in Arunachal Pradesh, a hidden gem in the Himalayas. This scenic trekking destination off...
US-Iran war nearing end? Donald Trump says Sunday deal would reopen HormuzUS President Donald Trump announced a deal with Iran is set to be signed on Sunday. This agreement is expected to immediately reopen the St...
Awful Indian tourist? Why better travel etiquette matters more than everRecent incidents have seen Indian holidaymakers criticized for their noisiness and rowdiness in foreign lands, a scenario not unfamiliar in...
Hotel giants bet India’s local travel boom can defy slowdownMajor hotel groups are investing heavily in India. They expect a surge in domestic travel to drive growth. This expansion continues despite...
Armenia prepares for an election that could reshape ties with Moscow and the WestArmenia's parliamentary elections are a pivotal vote on its geopolitical future, with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan seeking closer EU and ...
Military exercise Pragati concludes in Meghalaya with participation from 13 nationsArmies from 13 nations converged in Meghalaya for the 'Pragati 2026' military exercise. Soldiers trained in counter-insurgency operations a...
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analystsIf the US-Iran ceasefire holds, the markets may see some recovery. The movement of crude oil prices and its impact on the markets supports ...
Quote of the day by Khaled Hosseini: ‘Children aren't coloring books. You don't get to…’ – ‘The Kite Runner’ author shares a lesson on identity and parentingKhaled Hosseini, author of 'The Kite Runner', cautions against imposing parental dreams on children, likening them to unique individuals, n...
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analystsGiven the latest news flow from the Gulf region, the probability is high that we might once again see the bulls attempting a comeback. As u...
A common US tick bite can make you allergic to meat. Doctors warn of a strange syndromeA lone star tick bite can trigger alpha-gal syndrome, causing severe allergic reactions to red meat and dairy. This immune response develop...
As the desert advances in Morocco, women are scaling mountains to capture water from fogIn Morocco's Aït Baâmrane region, women once trekked for hours daily to fetch water. Now, giant mesh nets on Mt. Boutmezguida capture Atlan...
'Nao' is the time: Why Diageo India is backing this Indian craft gin producerAnand Virmani, Co-Founder & Master Distiller, Goa-based Nao Spirits & Beverages, explains how they marketed India’s first craft gin, Greate...
Nepali climbers begin Everest season with first summitNepali climbers have successfully reached the summit of Mount Everest. This achievement opens the crucial climbing route for hundreds of mo...
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analystsAs far as India is concerned, the biggest pain point from the US-Iran war in the Gulf region has been the spike in the prices of not only o...
Japan contains one of its biggest wildfires in decades after 11-day battleJapan forest fire: After a grueling 11-day fight, firefighters and military forces in Japan's Iwate region have finally brought wildfires u...
Quote of the Day by Ang Lee: 'Sometimes, you have to get angry to…' —Inspiring quotes by the director of the films, Life of Pi and The Wedding BanquetQuote of the Day: Filmmaker Ang Lee's quote, "Sometimes, you have to get angry to get things done," highlights how emotions, particularly a...
Taiwan tops Beijing's agenda for Trump-Xi summitTaiwan faces uncertainty as U.S. President Trump prepares for a crucial meeting with China's Xi Jinping. Beijing insists Taiwan is central ...
Centre fixes OCI card application fee at USD 275, scraps six-month stay ruleThe Indian government has revised OCI card application fees, setting the new OCI card fee at USD 275. Several changes to the application pr...