Wastewater turning into resource: NMCG pitches circular water economy modelSewage is now seen as a resource in India. Treated wastewater is replacing freshwater use in industries. Projects are underway to supply tr...
25 May, 2026, 02.52 PM IST
How to identify snake eggs in your gardenDiscovering snake eggs in your garden can be surprising. These eggs are soft and leathery, unlike bird eggs. They are usually found in clut...
16 May, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
The surprising danger of covering leftovers with aluminum foilContrary to popular belief, cats approaching humans often seek security, not just affection or food. Research indicates cats form secure at...
08 May, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
Day of Reckoning: West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala & Puducherry assembly poll results set to redefine India's political journeyWest Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala & Puducherry assembly poll results: Counting day arrives for five states after a heated election. Vo...
04 May, 2026, 06.13 AM IST
Why 2026 Kerala polls are crucial test for Congress-led United Democratic Front after Left front's decade in powerKerala Exit Poll 2026: Exit polls suggest the Congress-led UDF could unseat Kerala's ruling LDF after a decade in opposition, with projecti...
02 May, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
Where Do Bed Bugs Originate From and How to Prevent Them?Bed bugs, ancient pests originating from bats, have plagued humans for millennia. Despite a 20th-century decline due to pesticides, they've...
13 Apr, 2026, 04.04 PM IST
National pet day April 11: which pet is best for you? The surprising life-saving health benefits of having pets, plus smart ways to adopt and support animal welfare worldwideNational Pet Day April 11: Over 70% of U.S. households own a pet, yet millions of animals still wait in shelters every year. This National ...
11 Apr, 2026, 06.29 PM IST
Why Birds Are Choosing Busy Cities Over Quiet Forests And What They Know That We Don’tBirds are surprisingly adapting to urban life, building nests on buildings and using synthetic materials. This phenomenon, called synurbiza...
08 Apr, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
Why Coyotes Defy Urban Odds: How They Thrive in Cities Despite RisksCoyotes are now a common sight in cities like LA and Chicago. They have slowly adapted to urban life, learning to navigate new surroundings...
26 Mar, 2026, 01.12 PM IST
Scientists Are Decoding the Strategies Animals Use to Survive Climate ChangeUnderstanding animal behaviour in the wild is crucial for species survival and adaptation. Behavioral ecology, now interdisciplinary with g...
13 Mar, 2026, 06.24 PM IST
Why Some Urban Birds Build Nests with Cigarette Butts: A Surprising Survival StrategyCity birds are using discarded cigarette butts to build better nests. House finches and house sparrows incorporate these butts for warmth a...
10 Mar, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
Scientists Noticed Something Different About Cockatoos Living in CitiesCity-dwelling sulphur-crested cockatoos exhibit remarkable curiosity, readily tackling new food challenges and unfamiliar objects. Studies ...
06 Mar, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
Dangerous virus on the prowl? Scientists investigate Colorado rabbits with tentacles after alarming mutation fearsColorado wildlife officials are addressing concerns about rabbits with unusual growths caused by cottontail rabbit papillomavirus (CRPV). W...
14 Aug, 2025, 09.44 AM IST
Time to move to the hills! Growing up in cities may increase risk of mental illnessesPeople who grow up in urban areas react differently to stress as compared to their rural counterparts.
01 May, 2018, 05.45 PM IST
Govt committed to weed out illegal wildlife trade: Prakash JavadekarHe said the Centre has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the US for latest technology to help in arresting those engaged in poachin...
05 Jun, 2016, 03.58 PM IST
'Government working on creating urban forest in each city in ten years'"There are gardens but not forests in cities. We will give funds and work towards creating urban forests," Prakash Javadekar said.
22 Sep, 2015, 04.20 PM IST
- Rare Eurasian Owl rescued, released
The owl was first sighted by Rakesh, an animal lover, in crowded Mahal area on July 23. The owl looked sluggish and some crows were harassi...
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