Space, AI and other tech integration to shape a nation's geopolitical future: Minister ShekhawatPrivatisation of space is the "democratisation of space opportunities," Shekhawat asserted at the event, organised by the Space Application...
23 Aug, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
Govt cannot force private landowners to execute sale deeds for acquisition of land: Allahabad HCThe Lucknow bench of the court said on Friday that land can be purchased through a sale deed only when the owner voluntarily agrees to sell...
23 Aug, 2026, 08.45 AM IST
Northeast India looks to emerge as space-tech gateway to Southeast AsiaThe Northeast India Space Workshop 2026 will convene in Guwahati to explore regional transformation. This event aims to leverage space tech...
22 Aug, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
In 2017, billionaire couple gave $165 million to save 24,000 acres of California coastline. It was the biggest donation in the history of Nature ConservancyIn 2017, technology billionaires Jack and Laura Dangermond donated $165 million to The Nature Conservancy to help protect 24,364 acres of C...
21 Aug, 2026, 10.46 PM IST
Trump pledges 'golden age' of space travelUS President Trump plans to boost American space travel and lunar missions. The United States aims to compete with China for a moon landing...
21 Aug, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
Local funds' share rises in private credit market: EY reportPrivate credit investments were broadly similar to the second half of 2025 levels of $3.4 billion, with refinancing, holding-company fundin...
20 Aug, 2026, 11.22 PM IST
Australian couple bought a cattle farm and planted 34,000 trees. Years later, koalas and wildlife are returningIn 2020, Australian couple Brett and Lisa Vercoe bought a 30-hectare former cattle property near Coffs Harbour in New South Wales and began...
20 Aug, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
For years, a Florida family used their 24,300 acres of land for hunting. In 1989, their decision to part with the ranchland helped save one of America's rarest big catsOnce the prominent Collier family, the biggest private landowners in Florida, used their vast acres of land for hunting and sport. However,...
19 Aug, 2026, 06.41 PM IST
In 1993, Louis Bacon bought a mostly undeveloped New York island; four years later, he protected nearly 90% of its 450 acresIn 1993, Louis Bacon acquired Robins Island, an exceptionally pristine marine island. He subsequently enacted a conservation easement that ...
19 Aug, 2026, 05.36 PM IST
British corporate couple killed on honeymoon as helicopter crashes moments before landing on Greek island; watch videoA newlywed British couple and their pilot died in a helicopter crash on Sifnos island. Alexander Cromie and Marie Ebert were honeymooning w...
19 Aug, 2026, 08.40 AM IST
China's LandSpace lands rocket booster; joins SpaceX and Blue Origin with reusable techThe ability to return, recover and reuse a booster is crucial to reduce cost and make it easier to put satellites into orbit, turning space...
19 Aug, 2026, 08.04 AM IST
ISRO official says docking technology key to future lunar, human space missionsDocking technology is vital for future lunar sample return missions. This capability will also support India's planned Bharatiya Antariksh ...
18 Aug, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
Healthcare delivery capital-intensive, hospital tariffs only tip of iceberg: NATHEALTHHealthcare delivery costs are capital-intensive and investment-heavy, according to NATHEALTH. Policy discussions should address structural ...
18 Aug, 2026, 03.41 PM IST
A Florida couple bought a 45-acre swamp to save it from development; 15 years later, 275 wood storks were nesting there in a thriving wildlife havenA Florida couple purchased a cypress swamp to protect its wildlife habitat. They actively managed the land, creating a thriving sanctuary f...
18 Aug, 2026, 08.19 AM IST
Renewable energy developers get relief over delayed projects, with ridersRenewable energy developers now receive extended timelines for grid connection. The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission introduced re...
18 Aug, 2026, 12.06 AM IST
Kumaraswamy alleges NICE takeover bid in Bengaluru, asks CM Shivakumar to disclose buyerUnion Minister HD Kumaraswamy alleged an attempt to take over the privately operated NICE road project. He questioned Chief Minister DK Shi...
17 Aug, 2026, 07.46 PM IST
Pinarayi backs Satheesan’s stand against mining law, suspects move to privatise Kerala’s mining PSUKerala's opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan supports Chief Minister VD Satheesan's stance. They oppose the Centre's mining bill, fearing we...
16 Aug, 2026, 05.27 PM IST