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Thailand promoted Leucaena trees for fodder and reforestation, but scientists found that the fast-growing species is suppressing the natural regeneration of native forests- Canada's birds have been shrinking since the 1970s as insect populations collapsed by more than 60%, scientists found
- ‘Harmony of the wild’: IAS officer marvels at elephant's chance encounter with deer herd. Just 240 km from Bengaluru, this lush tiger reserve promises an unforgettable wildlife escape
- Portugal in the 20th century planted millions of Australian eucalyptus trees for the paper industry, but scientists now say the country's forests are more fire-prone and far less biodiverse than native woodlandsPortugal's widespread eucalyptus plantations, established for industry, are now fueling devastating wildfires. These fast-growing trees, im...03 Jul, 2026, 06.20 PM IST
- Chile in the 1970s planted millions of Monterey pine and eucalyptus trees for timber, but scientists now say many native forests have been replaced, while streams and wildlife have declinedChile's biodiversity hotspot has witnessed a dramatic native forest decline since 1960, replaced by fast-growing pine plantations. Driven b...03 Jul, 2026, 04.17 PM IST
- As Cabo Verde's fairytale journey continues at the FIFA World Cup, the tiny island just pulled off one of nature’s greatest comeback storiesWhile Cabo Verde earns international attention for its inspiring FIFA World Cup journey, the island nation is also celebrating an extraordi...30 Jun, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
- A bee box changed everything: Zerodha's Nithin Kamath shares the surprising farming technique that boosted yields significantlyIntroducing bee boxes on farms has dramatically boosted coconut yields by 20%, according to 13 years of data from Akshayakalpa, highlighted...29 Jun, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
- 'We meet not as strangers, but as old friends': PM Modi addresses Parliament of Seychelles, hails people-to-people tiesPrime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Seychelles Parliament, his 20th foreign legislative address. He also received the "Guardian of t...28 Jun, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
- A nearly 200-year-old cemetery comes alive after dark, where the dead share space with frogs, toads, and the scientists listening to themCitizen scientists are lending their ears to a crucial cause, listening for frog calls in Cambridge's historic Mount Auburn Cemetery. This ...25 Jun, 2026, 07.49 PM IST
- Ben Lamm and Colossal Biosciences: The billionaire tech founder behind the $10 billion plan to bring back extinct animalsTech entrepreneur Ben Lamm is spearheading Colossal Biosciences, a company aiming to bring back extinct species like the woolly mammoth thr...23 Jun, 2026, 07.40 PM IST
- Rare wildlife, dense evergreen forests, rich biodiversity: 5 stunning rainforests in India that every nature-lover must visitCelebrating World Rainforest Day, India boasts incredible biodiversity across its lush rainforests. From Arunachal Pradesh's Namdapha to Ke...23 Jun, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
- World's highest-consuming 10 pc causing environmental damage of up to USD 5.7 trn annually: StudyThe world's top consumers, mainly in the US and EU, cause trillions in environmental damage annually. Biodiversity loss and climate change ...19 Jun, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
- 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...19 Jun, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
- A canal without locks? A Latin American mega project aims to challenge the Panama Canal without digging oneMexico’s dry canal project is changing global trade with a bold rail-based route connecting oceans. The Interoceanic Corridor uses a 192-mi...18 Jun, 2026, 11.09 PM IST
- Climate change, pollution push oceans to tipping point, UN report saysA new UN report reveals a "deepening crisis" in ocean health, driven by climate change, pollution, and overfishing. Rising sea levels, acid...18 Jun, 2026, 10.33 AM IST
- Why Saudi Arabia imports sand despite being covered by desertDespite vast desert landscapes, Saudi Arabia imports construction-grade sand due to its smooth, wind-shaped grains being unsuitable for con...17 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
- Forget the internet, there's a hidden superhighway under your feet, and it's almost a billion Sun trips longForget the internet, there's a hidden superhighway under your feet, and it's almost a billion Sun trips long and scientists have now mapped...17 Jun, 2026, 04.13 AM IST
- Adani’s Navi Mumbai and Guwahati airports named among Prix Versailles’ World’s Most Beautiful Airports 2026Adani Airports' Navi Mumbai International Airport and Guwahati's Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport Terminal 2 have earned a...16 Jun, 2026, 09.12 AM IST
- In the 1950s, Swiss farmers intensified and mechanized their fields; nine decades of records now reveal an unexpected divide: butterflies are still struggling, while forest beetles have fully bounced backButterflies and beetles are disappearing at an alarming rate. A Swiss study reveals significant butterfly losses since 1930, linked to farm...15 Jun, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Sir David Attenborough: “The question is, are we happy to suppose that our…’ – Naturalist on stewardship, conservation and responsibilitySir David Attenborough, a renowned nature communicator, urges us to consider the future of wildlife. His words question our willingness to ...13 Jun, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
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