Quote of the day by Sir David Attenborough: “The question is, are we happy to suppose that our…’ – Naturalist on stewardship, conservation and responsibilitySir David Attenborough, a renowned nature communicator, urges us to consider the future of wildlife. His words question our willingness to ...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Isaac Asimov: 'In life, unlike chess, the game continues after...'- A powerful lesson about resilience and moving forward by one of the 'Big Three' science fiction writersScience fiction legend Isaac Asimov's quote, “In life, unlike chess, the game continues after checkmate,” offers a powerful lesson on resil...
13 Jun, 2026, 01.44 AM IST
Global rice production was 713 million tonnes per year during 2006-2015, saw growth: StudyGlobal rice production saw significant growth from the 1960s to the 2010s. This increase was primarily due to management decisions such as ...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
India's agriculture and water tech startups gain momentum, sustainability in focus: NasscomIndia's agri and water tech deeptech ecosystem is gaining momentum around commercialization as per a statement by Nasscom. These sectors st...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
South Africa's Drakensberg grasslands still look the same, but farmers say droughts, heatwaves, and disease are quietly changing what the land can supportDrought and heatwaves are decimating sheep flocks in South Africa's Drakensberg mountains, threatening the livelihoods and cultural identit...
11 Jun, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
Paris accord threshold could be breached in 4 years as warming accelerates: AnalysisEarth's climate is warming rapidly due to human actions. Global temperatures reached 1.37 degrees Celsius last year. Scientists warn the 1....
11 Jun, 2026, 03.14 PM IST
JSW–The Times of India Earth Care Awards Recognises Champions of Climate Action and Sustainability11 Jun, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
'Godzilla El Nino is coming to your doorstep': Why scientists are worried about a powerful climate threatScientists anticipate El Nino's arrival soon, with a 90% certainty, potentially becoming a strong event. This natural climate pattern, mark...
10 Jun, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
BRICS+ agriculture beyond borders: Trade and resilience for a food-secure worldWith India’s leadership and BRICS+ cooperation, agriculture can become not only a source of food, but a foundation for resilience, prosperi...
09 Jun, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma retains key portfolios, allocates ministriesAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has allocated portfolios to the newly sworn-in ministers. He retained Home, Power, Public Works, a...
08 Jun, 2026, 07.55 PM IST
Science at scale: India’s journey from food security to global leadershipToday, India is the world’s largest producer of milk, pulses, and spices; the largest exporter of rice; and among the leading producers of ...
08 Jun, 2026, 07.45 PM IST
Arunachal's Tawang on alert over threat of Glacial Lake Outburst FloodConcerns rise in Arunachal Pradesh over a possible Glacial Lake Outburst Flood in Tawang district. Authorities are enhancing preparedness m...
08 Jun, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
The FIFA World Cup 2026 pitches are the result of years of engineering to find just the right grassWorld Cup grounds crews are preparing immaculate grass pitches for the upcoming tournament. They are converting artificial turf fields and ...
06 Jun, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
El Niño needs monitoring, but India better prepared than earlier: Bayer’s Simon WiebuschFarmers are increasingly recognising climate volatility as a long-term reality, driving greater adoption of climate-smart practices, says S...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.05 AM 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
Karnataka government sets up Quantum Task ForceKarnataka has formed a 16-member Quantum Task Force. This initiative aims to make the state a national leader in quantum technology and inn...
01 Jun, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
NGT seeks response from Centre, states regarding heatwave conditions across countryThe National Green Tribunal has sought responses from the Centre and several states regarding extreme heat conditions across India. Citing ...
29 May, 2026, 04.32 PM IST