Ashoka University appoints Professor Rishikesha T. Krishnan as its next vice-chancellorAshoka University has appointed Professor Rishikesha T. Krishnan as its next Vice-Chancellor, effective August 1, 2026. A distinguished sch...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.53 PM IST
Default clouds hover over microfinance as industry flags weak monsoonIn the evolving world of India's microfinance sector, fresh credit risks are emerging on the horizon. The dual challenges of an unsteady mo...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
Risks cloud hover over microfinanceThe Reserve Bank of India, too, raised concerns over higher inflation due to low average rainfall and supply chain disruptions due to geopo...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
Heat, humidity of India's monsoon could extend summer heat stress as climate warms: Recent StudyIndia faces a growing threat of extreme heat stress. A recent study reveals that with a 2-degree Celsius global warming, the monsoon season...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.55 PM IST
Philippines earthquake in videos: Watch buildings collapse, airport damaged as massive 7.8 quake strikes MindanaoPhilippines earthquake videos: A powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the southern Philippines, causing buildings to shake and promptin...
08 Jun, 2026, 08.21 AM IST
Philippines earthquake: Could Hawaii be affected? Latest update on Guam and the US mainlandA powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines, triggering tsunami alerts across the Pacific. Guam and the Northern Ma...
08 Jun, 2026, 07.21 AM IST
Philippines warns of metre-high tsunami waves for several hours after 7.8 quake jolts Mindanao coastPhilippines earthquake: A powerful magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off Mindanao island in the southern Philippines on June 8, 2026. Tsunami...
08 Jun, 2026, 06.43 AM IST
Heavy rains cause waterlogging, uprooting of trees in parts of Kerala; red alert in 5 districtsKerala is experiencing heavy overnight rains. This has led to widespread flooding, uprooted trees, and damaged homes. Normal life is disrup...
06 Jun, 2026, 04.30 PM IST
Heavy rain batters Kerala, disrupts normal life; one deadKerala is experiencing heavy overnight rains. This has led to flooded roads, uprooted trees, and damaged homes. Normal life is disrupted in...
06 Jun, 2026, 10.02 AM IST
El Nino sets in as Pacific crosses critical 0.5°C threshold: What it could mean for India's monsoon this yearEl Nino: A major global weather signal, El Niño, has officially begun and the sea surface temperatures in the tropical Pacific have crossed...
05 Jun, 2026, 03.45 PM IST
Global warming likely to exceed 1.5C through 2030, WMO saysThe World Meteorological Organization reports an 86% chance of a year between 2026 and 2030 surpassing 2024's heat. This trend exacerbates ...
04 Jun, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
Poweful El Nino may strike; Climate change will make its effects worseThe El Nino weather pattern is forming and expected to bring extreme weather worldwide. Scientists warn climate change will worsen its impa...
02 Jun, 2026, 03.33 PM IST
Resilient Indian economy may face West Asia headwinds; El Nino impact likely on agri output: RBIAs energy prices surge and supply chain disruptions persist, India's economic landscape is indeed testing its resilience; yet, robust finan...
29 May, 2026, 08.13 PM IST
GRAP-1 restrictions revoked in Delhi-NCRDelhi air quality: Owing to favourable meteorological conditions, the air quality index (AQI) of Delhi was recorded at 123, in the 'moderat...
29 May, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
Temperatures likely to remain at record levels in 2026-2030: UNGlobal average temperatures are likely to continue at or near record levels this year and for the next four years afterwards, the United Na...
28 May, 2026, 08.48 PM IST
Govt readies contingency plans to counter El Nino threat to kharif season: Shivraj Singh ChouhanThe Indian government is ready for El Nino's impact on the upcoming kharif crop. Contingency plans are being made for affected districts. T...
28 May, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
Government fully prepared to tackle El Nino impact on kharif crop: ChouhanThe government is ready for El Nino's impact on the upcoming kharif crop. Contingency plans are being made for affected areas.
28 May, 2026, 02.46 PM IST