More trees do not always mean more birds, and a Japanese study found grassland species fell by over 70% near shelterbelts, showing that restoring habitat can sometimes reduce biodiversityA surprising study reveals that planting trees as windbreaks on farms can devastate bird populations, particularly those needing open grass...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
When trees become citizens: A lesson in redefining progressIn a move that elevates environmental stewardship to policy, the Canadian municipality of Terrasse-Vaudreuil has granted trees legal rights...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.34 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
Proverb of the day: “A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.”Proverb of the day: A timeless Greek proverb reveals that true societal greatness stems from selfless contributions to future generations. ...
22 Jun, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
Best proverb of the day: 'Anyone can be polite to a king, but...' Life lessons from African proverb on human character, humility, ecosystem ethics, arrogance, social status, intentional kindness and moral nobilityBest proverb of the day: "Anyone can be polite to a king, but it takes a gentleman to be polite to a beggar" is an African proverb that exp...
22 Jun, 2026, 04.40 AM IST
Japanese Proverb of the Day: ‘The man who waited for the cherry blossom to fall into his…’ Waiting for your lucky break? This ancient wisdom teaches why you keep failingJapanese proverb of the day offers a lesson to remember about determination, hard work and success. Its wisdom continues to resonate across...
15 Jun, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
18 koalas moved to Kangaroo Island in the 1920s; a century on, 27,000 descendants are stripping eucalyptus bare and risk mass starvationKoalas are overpopulating in South Australia's Mount Lofty Ranges. This boom threatens eucalyptus forests, their food source. Scientists pr...
15 Jun, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
Somvati Amavasya 2026: Date, timings, significance, do's and don'ts to seek ancestors' blessingsIn 2026, Somvati Amavasya falls on June 15, a highly auspicious day for ancestor worship and devotion to Lord Shiva. Devotees will observe ...
15 Jun, 2026, 07.21 AM IST
Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius Horoscope Today for June 6, 2026: Financial Growth, Career Success & Relationship ClarityYour Daily Horoscope Today emphasises financial portfolio reviews, document audits, and collaborative growth. Your personal drive can remai...
06 Jun, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
Great Nicobar project not about defence, transshipment port but aimed at helping one businessman: LoP Rahul GandhiRahul Gandhi criticizes the Great Nicobar Island Project. He states the government's defense and transshipment port claims are false. Gandh...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.56 PM IST
African Proverb of the Day: 'A family is like a forest, when you are outside it is dense...'- Life lessons on family, belonging, understanding, and why every person has a meaningful place in the bigger pictureAn ancient African proverb compares family to a forest. From outside, it appears dense and complex. Inside, each tree has its unique place ...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
Migrant children separated under Trump policy face renewed family breakupsFederal agents are separating children from their families again in the United States. This is happening despite legal settlements meant to...
04 Jun, 2026, 10.20 AM IST
Megacity heatwaves are now a fatal nightmareCities are becoming dangerous places at night due to rising temperatures. Lack of cool nights strains the body, increasing risks of serious...
03 Jun, 2026, 08.44 AM IST
How often should you wash your car? Washing routine to keep your car looking new, alwaysRegular car washing is crucial for protecting your vehicle's paint and preventing rust, especially during winter months. Beyond aesthetics,...
29 May, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
Greek proverb of the day: 'A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never...' - inspiring life lessons on selflessness, how to build a better future and understanding how societies grow through vision and patienceGreek proverb of the day: A Greek saying highlights how societies flourish when people invest in the future. Old men planting trees they wi...
27 May, 2026, 12.19 AM IST
China is using a bacteria to turn desert into fertile soil in just 10 monthsA groundbreaking technique from China transforms barren desert sand into fertile soil in just 10 months. Researchers use resilient cyanobac...
26 May, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
African Proverb of the Day: “To love someone who does not love you, is like… — Life lessons on relationships, one-sided love, letting go, heartbreak and why love cannot be forcedAfrican Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of “To love someone who does not love you, is like shaking a tree to make the dew drops f...
26 May, 2026, 05.41 AM IST