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Woodsy charm, hot noodles, relaxing vibes: 5 rustic bookstores in Indian hill stations that will take you back in time- Long power cuts, no quick deliveries, far-off hospitals: Delhi Couple living in Manali shares lesser-known challenges of mountain life
- VP Radhakrishnan in Ladakh, PM Modi in Kolkata as India marks Yoga Day
- Irish proverb of the day: 'Marry a woman from the mountain, and you...' Life lessons on collective family, community obligations, cultural baggage, interconnected growth, and why marriage is a package deal and comes with its own pros and consIrish proverb of the day teaches that marriage is never only about two people. The saying, "Marry a woman from the mountain, and you marry ...19 Jun, 2026, 11.03 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
- 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
- Mishmi Takins: A mysterious Himalayan mammal spotted in Sikkim that looks like an antelope but is actually a rare goat-like creatureA rare video of Mishmi takins in Sikkim has gone viral. These unusual animals were spotted in Bakuchaang by tourism and forest staff. Mishm...19 Jun, 2026, 10.26 AM IST
- Asia warming up faster; India faces melting glaciersAsia faced extreme weather in 2025. Dangerous heat, heavy rains, and floods affected millions. Droughts also hit the continent. Glaciers in...19 Jun, 2026, 12.56 AM IST
- Humans never left these mountains for 10,000 years, and scientists finally proved itResearchers have uncovered a surprising human story in the high Pyrenees mountains. New evidence shows people lived in these areas for over...18 Jun, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
- A hidden pollution story emerged from 19 years of rain and cloud samples on one mountainPollution prediction study: Mount Washington's extreme environment yielded a 19-year record of rain and cloud water, revealing crucial poll...18 Jun, 2026, 08.11 PM IST
- 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...18 Jun, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
- Khecheopalri Lake: This crystal-clear waters body in Sikkim is considered as a wishing lake where footprint of the Goddess Tara or Lord Shiva existsNestled in West Sikkim, Khecheopalri Lake, known as the "Wishing Lake," is a sacred site for Buddhists and Hindus, believed to grant wishes...18 Jun, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
- This flower blooms only once a year for one night at this UNESCO site, just 500 kms from Delhi. Where is it and what else to see here?The Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is now open, drawing nature lovers to its vibrant monsoon blooms. Beyon...18 Jun, 2026, 10.35 AM IST
- Snow leopard retreats from a pack of dogs. Uttarakhand forest officer says the real problem is not the dogs but...A rare snow leopard video reveals a growing conservation issue. Stray dogs, fueled by unmanaged waste in lower valleys, are venturing into ...18 Jun, 2026, 07.58 AM IST
- 500 years buried in a jar, and still intact: The wild story behind Peru's ancient space foodRare Inca freeze-dried potatoes discovery in Peru reveals 500-year-old chuño food system and ancient empire trade intelligence. Archaeologi...17 Jun, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
- Pune engineer, from Odisha, completes 50 km mountain trek in one hour less than cut-off time. Who is Rahul Kumar Behera?Rahul Kumar Behera, a mechanical engineer from Berhampur, successfully completed a challenging 50-kilometer Mountain Ultra marathon in the ...14 Jun, 2026, 07.27 PM IST
- Amit Shah assures Mizoram of Rs 10 crore worth of rice for refugees sheltered in the stateUnion Home Minister Amit Shah has assured Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma of Rs 10 crore worth of rice for refugees. Nearly 40,000 individ...13 Jun, 2026, 10.04 PM IST
- Five IAF personnel killed after an AN-32 aircraft crashes at Jorhat airbase in AssamFive Indian Air Force personnel died when an AN-32 transport aircraft crashed while landing at Jorhat airbase in Assam. The co-pilot surviv...13 Jun, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
- Indian Army plans largest-ever K9 Vajra acquisition with order for 300 additional guns; check its featuresThe Indian Army plans to acquire 300 more K9 Vajra self-propelled guns. This significant order will boost the Regiment of Artillery. The K9...12 Jun, 2026, 08.14 PM IST
- Drones hit historic museum in Russia-annexed Crimea as officials alter train scheduleUkrainian drones struck a historic museum in Sevastopol and targeted Russian energy infrastructure. Authorities reduced nighttime train ser...10 Jun, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
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