Scientists just reviewed more than 400 cat studies and found that outdoor-roaming pets had three to five times the odds of carrying germs that can infect people, turning a common habit into a quiet public health riskA groundbreaking study reveals that outdoor-roaming pet cats carry infectious diseases at rates similar to feral cats, posing risks to huma...
22 Jun, 2026, 04.28 PM IST
From $22 billion to zero: Success, not failure, brought Byju downByju's, once a $22 billion edtech giant, has collapsed. Founder Byju Raveendran faces jail for contempt. The company's downfall stems from ...
27 May, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
6 indoor plants that look harmless but can be dangerously toxic to petsPet owners, beware! Popular houseplants like Peace Lily, Sago Palm, Aloe Vera, Pothos, Philodendron, and Dieffenbachia pose serious health ...
25 May, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
Why do cats push objects off edges on purpose?Cats push objects off surfaces not out of spite, but as a scientific experiment to understand cause and effect through physical interaction...
22 May, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
How to use lemongrass oil to keep lizards away: Easy tricks to stop these unwanted guests from climbing your wallsLemongrass oil offers a natural way to deter house lizards by masking their scent attractants and reducing insect prey. Its strong citrus a...
22 May, 2026, 11.12 AM IST
Why Do Cats Push Objects Off Edges on Purpose?Cats push objects like glasses to understand their world. This behavior is driven by instinct, as movement triggers their hunting responses...
16 May, 2026, 04.08 PM IST
Dogs and cats can be infected by hantavirus, but can they spread it to humans? Here's what CDC recommends for pet ownersHantavirus and pets: A hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has sparked global health worries. Passengers fell ill and some died during a v...
15 May, 2026, 07.47 PM IST
Researchers identify the simplest way to help your cat live longerNew research reveals a startling truth about our feline friends. Letting cats roam freely poses significant risks, leading to shorter lifes...
29 Apr, 2026, 09.15 PM IST
Outdoor Cats in the U.S. Often Live Shorter Lives, And the Data Is Hard to IgnoreEmpirical data reveals outdoor cats have a median lifespan of 7.25 years, significantly shorter than indoor cats. This is attributed to cum...
28 Apr, 2026, 07.14 PM IST
Is it possible for cats to get bird flu? Popular pet food brand issues emergency recallA cat in Oregon died from bird flu, which was linked to contaminated pet food, prompting a nationwide recall. Experts warn that avian flu c...
28 Dec, 2024, 12.30 AM IST
The Garfield movie: Theatre release date, streaming platform, cast & moreAfter a hiatus of 14 years since Garfield's Pet Force, fans of the iconic comic strip can rejoice as The Garfield Movie is set to hit theat...
29 Apr, 2024, 01.13 AM IST
Bats are critical for a healthy ecosystem, their declining population can spell doomBats help cycle nutrients in the environment and pollinate plants.
29 Oct, 2022, 07.05 PM IST
Pandemic love story: When a neighbour's cat filled the void left by dead pets in a couple's lifeAn indoor-outdoor fuzzy ball of affection was waiting to be discovered.
10 Sep, 2021, 03.23 PM IST
Two New York cats become first US pets to test positive for COVID-19The cats, from separate areas of New York state, had mild respiratory illness and are expected to make a full recovery. It is believed that...
23 Apr, 2020, 09.28 AM IST
- UK hunt for lion sparked by ginger cat: Report
The dramatic operation, involving helicopters and tranquiliser-armed experts, close to the British capital to catch a lion, thought to be o...
28 Aug, 2012, 08.11 PM IST
- A lull in Mumbai as country awaits end to terror ordeal
More than 35 hours after the terrorists struck, there was a lull in Mumbai today as NSG commandos and security personnel closed in on Narim...
28 Nov, 2008, 09.44 AM IST
- A lull in Mumbai as country awaits end to terror ordeal
NSG commandos closed in for final assault; residents stayed indoors.
28 Nov, 2008, 09.22 AM IST