More trees do not always mean more birds, and a Japanese study found grassland species fell by over 70% near shelterbelts, showing that restoring habitat can sometimes reduce biodiversityA surprising study reveals that planting trees as windbreaks on farms can devastate bird populations, particularly those needing open grass...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
Trump administration touts Iran deal as a payday for US farmers, but Iran denies itA tentative US-Iran deal to end hostilities promises a financial boost for American farmers, with President Trump asserting frozen Iranian ...
24 Jun, 2026, 06.55 AM IST
Govt draws up contingency plans for 315 districts amid 42% rain deficitIndia faces a significant 42% rainfall deficit this monsoon, exacerbated by El Nino. The government is implementing contingency plans acros...
24 Jun, 2026, 01.22 AM IST
California's coastal sand dunes are becoming history, and the first-ever map shows how 165 years of development and erosion have shrunk a natural shield against storms and rising seasCalifornia's iconic beaches are losing their natural sand dune protectors, with over half disappearing since the Gold Rush due to developme...
23 Jun, 2026, 06.31 PM IST
Cleaner city design can cool Barcelona by up to 1.75°C, but new white roofs and parks still cannot offset the more than 6°C warming scientists project by 2100, leaving heat risk high in the neighborhoods that need help mostAmerican cities are facing a deadly surge in heat-related deaths, with fatalities more than doubling since 1999. A new study reveals that w...
23 Jun, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
Does planting more trees on farmland actually hurt bird populations? Here's what a new study reveals about hidden risks of tree plantingNew research from Japan reveals that planting trees for conservation, while beneficial for some birds, can negatively impact species relian...
23 Jun, 2026, 04.35 AM IST
Britain's economic woes fuel discontent with Brexit a decade after historic vote to leave EUA decade after Britain's vote to leave the European Union, business leaders like Simon Boyd and Mike Hawes express frustration. Promises of...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.42 AM IST
Weak start to monsoon seen clouding Kharif season outlook: ReportIndia's monsoon has begun with a significant rainfall deficit, impacting kharif sowing, particularly for pulses and cotton. While reservoir...
21 Jun, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
Increasing farmers' income is key to rural, state development: Tripura CM Manik SahaTripura Chief Minister Manik Saha highlighted the state government's commitment to boosting farmers' incomes, emphasizing the Pradhan Mantr...
21 Jun, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
Russia eyes ports, biotech for rupee surplus investments in IndiaRussia is eyeing India's burgeoning infrastructure, particularly its ports, for investments using accumulated rupee funds. Discussions are ...
20 Jun, 2026, 11.42 PM IST
A parasite that attacks other parasites? What scientists found in Borneo’s rainforest sounds like something out of science fictionHyperparasite fungus found in Borneo rainforest: Borneo's rainforests have yielded a remarkable discovery: a fungus that preys on the notor...
20 Jun, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
Germany Researcher Visa: Who can apply and how it worksForeign academics planning extended research stints in Germany require a dedicated visa. This long-stay national 'D' visa facilitates resea...
20 Jun, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
Northeast India poised to be next growth engine via sustainable agriculture and organic produce: Nirmala SitharamanUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted Northeast India's potential as a growth engine, emphasizing sustainable agriculture a...
20 Jun, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
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...
19 Jun, 2026, 12.59 PM IST
Restoring India’s land, securing India’s future through science and collective actionScientific innovations and integrated farming systems are combating land degradation and enhancing climate resilience, benefiting millions ...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.10 AM IST
Lower crude may not mean cheaper fuel immediately: NIPFP economistGlobal crude oil prices may fall after Middle East peace efforts. However, fuel prices in India might not decrease immediately. Oil compani...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
India has achieved self-sufficiency in food production: CTCRI directorIndia is now a global leader in agriculture, achieving food self-sufficiency. Foodgrain production has significantly increased, and agri ex...
13 Jun, 2026, 05.41 PM IST