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The adaptation imperative: Subnational action and India’s heat challengeAt present, more than three-quarters (76%) of India’s population is at high or very high risk of extreme heat.
Maharashtra cabinet clears draft bill to recognise women farmers, widen welfare accessMaharashtra's cabinet has greenlit a groundbreaking bill to legally recognize women farmers, even those without land. This initiative aims ...
HP opposes centre's 'VB-G RAM G' scheme, says new norms will burden state with Rs 164 crore annually and reduce wagesHimachal Pradesh government vehemently opposes the Centre's renaming of MGNREGA to 'VB-G RAM G' and its new funding framework. Minister Ani...
At least 15 people killed as fire engulfs commercial building housing coaching centre in Lucknow's AliganjA devastating fire claimed at least 14 lives in a Lucknow building housing a coaching center and pet clinic. Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh ...
People gravitating towards power, I merely followed trend: Rebel Sena (UBT) MP RajenimbalkarRebel Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Omprakash Rajenimbalkar defended his move to the ruling Shiv Sena, stating he's following people's inclination tow...
Rebel MP Ashtikar's son removed from Sena (UBT) for 'anti-party' activities: Sanjay RautShiv Sena (UBT) has expelled Krushna Patil Ashtikar, son of rebel MP Nagesh Patil Ashtikar, for alleged anti-party activities. This move fo...
"Didn't leave out of grievance, but lack of trust shown after June 18 meeting": Shiv Sena (UBT) rebel MP Nagesh Patil AshtikarShiv Sena (UBT) rebel MP Nagesh Patil Ashtikar, on Monday, confirmed his decision to leave the party, while stating that he has no grievanc...
Operation Tiger turns real: Two Shiv Sena (UBT) MPs confirm switch to Shinde-led Shiv SenaTwo Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha MPs, Nagesh Patil Ashtikar and Omprakash Raje Nimbalkar, have defected to the Eknath Shinde-led faction, citi...
Scientists discover a hidden underground lake that may be the largest on EarthLargest underground lake on Earth: Scientists have unearthed a colossal underground thermal lake, dubbed Lake Neuron, in southern Albania's...
SC bats for creation of young lawyers' professional assistance fund to stop 'brain drain'The Supreme Court has called for a "Young Lawyers' Professional Assistance Fund" to combat the exodus of bright legal minds facing financia...
The hidden cost of looking better: What health insurance covers, and what it leaves you to payRising demand for weight-loss drugs, cosmetic procedures and wellness treatments is creating a growing out-of-pocket healthcare expense cat...
Hudco mulls $1 billion foreign debt under RBI forex swap facilityHudco aims to secure one billion dollars in foreign debt. This will be achieved through the Reserve Bank of India's concessional forex swap...
CAG flags shortcomings at Social Audit Unit of Assam; suggests corrective measuresAssam's Social Audit Unit is struggling with significant operational and governance issues. A CAG report reveals its registration expired f...
CEA Nageswaran backs CAG audit of local bodiesChief economic adviser V Anantha Nageswaran calls for Comptroller and Auditor General of India audits for Panchayati Raj institutions. This...
FIFA World Cup 2026 poses biggest security challenge for U.S, Canada, Mexico. Is Donald Trump administration ready to host global soccer event safely in North America?FIFA World Cup 2026 is arguably the biggest security test for Donald Trump administration. Is the United States of America ready for the so...
Tamil Nadu: Over 300 AIADMK members join TVK, extend support to ruling partyOver 300 AIADMK members, including former ministers and MLAs, joined Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) citing inability to serve the public un...
Nashik Kumbh Mela 2027: Maharashtra government approves Rs 2,267 crore to acquire 191.21 acres of landThe Maharashtra government has allocated Rs 2,267 crore toward acquiring land for the Sadhu Gram initiative. This area will be used for hos...
The hidden cost of the most expensive World Cup everThe FIFA 2026 World Cup is set to begin soon. However, the tournament is facing significant controversy. Ticket prices have reached unprece...
80% of Indian small businesses grew in 2025, surpassing Asia-Pacific average of 63%: CPA Australia SurveyRising costs remained the main challenge for such businesses in 2025, says the survey.
Avammune’s big bet: Why the future of cancer treatment may come in a pillAs global oncology races toward next-generation therapies, Avammune Therapeutics is betting on affordable, orally administered immunotherap...