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 January 1995, 14 wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone from Canada to restore a degraded ecosystem; three decades on, scientists are locked in a bitter dispute over whether the famous cascade they were credited with ever happening at the scale claimedYellowstone's wolf reintroduction success story faces a scientific challenge. New analysis suggests the dramatic impact on willow growth wa...
18 Jun, 2026, 04.03 PM IST
In 1960, Spain planted an invasive tree thinking it was a great idea, and now it's hammering local birdlife because the ecosystem can't keep upNew research from Spain reveals a stark difference in birdlife between native forests and eucalyptus plantations. While species numbers rem...
18 Jun, 2026, 04.03 PM IST
Gold price on June 18: Why is gold rate crashing?Gold rate today: Gold is often seen as a hedge against inflation, elevated interest rates tend to pressure bullion.
18 Jun, 2026, 06.53 AM IST
Fed begins Warsh era with rate hold, sees hike possible later in 2026The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates but signaled a potential hike later this year due to inflation concerns. New projections show...
18 Jun, 2026, 05.27 AM IST
Gold falls 1% after Fed holds rates steady, signals rate hike this yearGold prices fell significantly on Wednesday. The U.S. Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged but indicated a possible increase later...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.54 AM IST
US Fed meeting outcome today: 5 things investors should watch as policymakers weigh inflation risksThe US Federal Reserve is expected to leave interest rates unchanged at its policy meeting on Wednesday, the first under new Fed Chair Kevi...
17 Jun, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
Himalia Prime Assets acquires eco-resort near BengaluruHimalia Prime Assets has acquired Our Native Village eco-resort near Bengaluru for 25 crore rupees. The company plans to invest another 25 ...
17 Jun, 2026, 04.04 PM IST
US Stock Market: UBS pushes Fed rate cut expectations to 2027 on hawkish policy outlookUBS Global Wealth Management now expects the US Federal Reserve to keep interest rates unchanged through 2026, delaying rate cuts until 202...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
Decision-Day Guide: Warsh faces first big test as Fed ChairFormer Fed governor Kevin Warsh, if elevated to Federal Reserve Chair, faces his first major test amid heightened market sensitivity to US ...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.04 AM IST
Subhash Chandra's Delhi bungalow sold for Rs 1,260 croreEssel Group chairman Subhash Chandra is selling a prime bungalow in Lutyens' Delhi for ₹1,260 crore. This deal is one of the most expensive...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.59 AM IST
Barack Obama's reading list: 6 books that explore identity, power, history and ambition you must readFormer President Barack Obama's annual book recommendations highlight diverse genres and voices. This year's list includes Percival Everett...
16 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
Residents tempted to gatecrash FCNR party for NRIsWealthy Indians are finding ways to benefit from a new foreign currency deposit scheme. They are sending money to NRI relatives as gifts to...
15 Jun, 2026, 07.43 AM IST
Entertainment columnist to Movie Critic: How did Gene Shalit, longtime 'Today' show movie critic, land an NBC offer?Gene Shalit Death: Gene Shalit, the iconic "Today" show movie critic, has passed away at the age of 100. For over four decades, Shalit ente...
13 Jun, 2026, 07.41 AM IST
KIADB to digitise land management process in 100 days, says minister PatilKarnataka's Industries Minister M B Patil announced a 100-day deadline for digitizing the entire land management and plot allotment process...
10 Jun, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
DDA auction of 142 properties generates Rs 1,300 crore revenueThe Delhi Development Authority has hit a major milestone by auctioning 142 properties, bringing in a remarkable revenue of Rs 1,321 crore....
10 Jun, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
Vegas Group buys over 10 acres of land in New Delhi for mixed-use projectVegas Group has acquired a significant land parcel in Dwarka, New Delhi. The joint venture plans to develop a large mixed-use project. This...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.40 AM IST