South Africa, in the mid-1800s, planted millions of Australian acacias as a dune fix; 180 years later, that decision is costing the country its rivers and ecosystemA 19th-century solution to coastal erosion in South Africa, planting Australian Acacia trees, has become a major environmental crisis. Thes...
03 Jul, 2026, 05.04 PM IST
West Bengal Cabinet clears panel to examine UCC BillWest Bengal's cabinet has greenlit a committee, led by retired Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, to scrutinise the draft Uniform Civil Code Bi...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.57 PM IST
Imtiaz Ali's Main Vaapas Aaunga is winning hearts and the box office. Here are 7 unforgettable Partition books you shouldn't missIf Imtiaz Ali's latest movie, Main Vaapas Aaunga, stayed with you long after the credits rolled, these unforgettable books on partition are...
02 Jul, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
Slumdogs no more: Can tycoons take the Mumbai Model to other cities?India's top business tycoons like Ambani and Adani are shifting focus from city outskirts to redeveloping Mumbai's older housing and slum a...
30 Jun, 2026, 06.55 PM IST
Tata Sierra EV launch today: Check price, features, battery options and other key featuresTata Motors is launching the highly anticipated Sierra EV today, June 30, in an all-new electric avatar. Teasers reveal a potential driving...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
Corporate giants turn to urban regeneration as redevelopment race intensifiesIndia's largest corporate houses are focusing more and more on urban regeneration, shifting real estate focus from land acquisition to rede...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.25 AM IST
Omaxe to invest Rs 6,200 cr to build 19 hotels in 5 statesOmaxe, a key player in real estate development, has announced a bold initiative involving a Rs 6,200 crore investment over five years to cr...
29 Jun, 2026, 06.21 PM IST
An aggressive growth strategy and multi-city expansion bid, Umm Al Qura’s SAR 50 billion portfolioUmm Al Qura, developer of Makkah's Masar Destination, unveils a 2026–2030 strategy to expand across Makkah, Jeddah and Madinah, targeting a...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
Omaxe to plug Rs 6,200 cr in new dedicated hospitality vertical, plans 19 hotels in 5 statesReal estate giant Omaxe is launching a dedicated hospitality arm, planning 19 hotels across India within five years. The company will inves...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
Puravankara inks joint development for 6.4-acre land in Bengaluru’s SarjapurPuravankara has inked a joint development deal for a 6.4-acre plot in Bengaluru's Sarjapur, projecting a Rs 1,000 crore Gross Development V...
29 Jun, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
Why clean land records are key to India's property marketStates are rapidly digitizing land records to streamline India's complex property market. This move aims to curb disputes, speed up transac...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.41 AM IST
Tata Sierra EV conquers UAE’s Tal Moreeb dune ahead of launch; Boost Mode, AWD and 500+ km range hintedTata Motors has unveiled the upcoming Sierra EV conquering Abu Dhabi's challenging Tal Moreeb sand dune, showcasing its robust off-road cap...
28 Jun, 2026, 12.04 PM IST
₹3,692-crore elevated corridor to redefine Imphal’s skylineManipur is set to get a massive 25-km elevated corridor in Imphal, a Rs 3,691 crore project aimed at easing traffic and boosting developmen...
27 Jun, 2026, 09.43 PM IST
Tata Sierra EV teaser released: Check launch date, battery options, interior design and other key featuresTata Motors is building anticipation for its upcoming Sierra EV, set to launch in India on June 30. A recent teaser showcases the electric ...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
California's coastal sand dunes are becoming history, and the first-ever map shows how 165 years of development and erosion have shrunk a natural shield against storms and rising seasCalifornia's iconic beaches are losing their natural sand dune protectors, with over half disappearing since the Gold Rush due to developme...
23 Jun, 2026, 06.31 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
Why Saudi Arabia imports sand despite being covered by desertDespite vast desert landscapes, Saudi Arabia imports construction-grade sand due to its smooth, wind-shaped grains being unsuitable for con...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.48 PM IST