El Niño is set to further disrupt India's $300 billion farm supply chainIndia's crucial monsoon rains are delayed, disrupting the nation's $300 billion farm economy just as planting season begins. This agricultu...
25 Jun, 2026, 06.44 AM IST
Best proverb of the day: 'A dragon will be teased by a shrimp...' Life lessons from Chinese proverb on situation, vulnerability, humility, adaptability, true strength, caution, authority, and why one should never underestimate the underdog or weakBest proverb of the day highlights an ancient Chinese saying that explains how power depends on the right environment. The proverb shows th...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.07 AM IST
American scientists and ranchers are racing to stop a flesh-eating fly after 15 animal cases turned up in Texas and New Mexico, and the battle could take more than a yearFlesh-eating maggots, the New World screwworm, have reappeared in Texas and New Mexico, infecting livestock and at least one dog. Driven by...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.33 PM IST
DMRC begins work on Central Vista metro corridor at Central Secretariat stationConstruction has begun on the Central Secretariat metro station, a key part of the new Central Vista corridor. This nearly 10-km undergroun...
24 Jun, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
India prepares contingency plans for 315 districts as monsoon faltersIndia is implementing contingency plans for over 300 vulnerable districts facing a potentially weak monsoon. With rains currently 43% below...
23 Jun, 2026, 10.21 PM IST
Does planting more trees on farmland actually hurt bird populations? Here's what a new study reveals about hidden risks of tree plantingNew research from Japan reveals that planting trees for conservation, while beneficial for some birds, can negatively impact species relian...
23 Jun, 2026, 04.35 AM IST
What’s behind the giant brown ribbon stretching thousands of miles across the Atlantic ocean?A giant brown ribbon stretching thousands of miles across the Atlantic is revealing how closely Earth's oceans, climate, and ecosystems are...
22 Jun, 2026, 07.48 PM IST
Maharashtra govt tables Rs 97,706 cr supplementary demands; Rs 20,552 cr for farm loan waiverMaharashtra government tabled supplementary demands of over Rs 97,700 crore, with a significant Rs 20,552 crore earmarked for the farm loan...
22 Jun, 2026, 01.59 PM IST
‘1 cow for 30 acres’: How Dahod farmers in Gujarat doubled profits using cow dung & urineFarmers in Gujarat's Dahod district are achieving remarkable profits by ditching chemical fertilizers and embracing natural farming. A sing...
20 Jun, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
How a fruit born out of 1992 experiment is helping farmers earn Rs 10–12 lakh per acreMahabaleshwar strawberries have become a symbol of Maharashtra's agricultural innovation, growing from a seasonal fruit into a thriving ind...
19 Jun, 2026, 01.12 PM IST
Best Spanish saying of the day: 'The shrimp that falls asleep is carried away by the current.' Centuries-old proverb that warns why staying comfortable for too long can cost you opportunities, success and growthGreat Spanish Saying of the Day: A Spanish proverb, "The shrimp that falls asleep is carried away by the current," highlights the importanc...
19 Jun, 2026, 09.06 AM IST
More immediate climate mitigationAs India grapples with an unusually dry June, the looming threat of a subpar monsoon casts a shadow over the agricultural landscape. With m...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
Restoring India’s land, securing India’s future through science and collective actionScientific innovations and integrated farming systems are combating land degradation and enhancing climate resilience, benefiting millions ...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.10 AM IST
What's in Trump's deal for Tehran? The 14-point US-Iran pact as read by American officialThe U.S. and Iran have signed an interim agreement to halt hostilities and open the Strait of Hormuz, with a 60-day negotiation period to f...
18 Jun, 2026, 07.41 AM IST
Trump Iran deal full text, key highlights, clauses: What is in it?Trump Iran deal includes key issues such as the reopening of Strat of Hormuz and nuclear weapons sanctions.
18 Jun, 2026, 07.30 AM IST
India’s rising export champion faces a critical credibility testIndia's seafood exports are soaring, reaching record highs and aiming for $30 billion within five years. Despite overcoming US tariffs and ...
06 Jun, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
Banned substance in shrimp: Vet shops under close watchIndia's top drug regulator is cracking down on veterinary shops. This action follows a significant rejection of shrimp exports to major mar...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.26 AM IST