A new study revealed how soil moisture can serve as an early warning signal for thunderstorms that lead to flash floods and landslides. This is particularly relevant in...
Recently, agreement was reached allowing U.S. troops to deploy to facilities along the Panama Canal. The agreement permits military personnel to conduct training and exercises at Panama-controlled sites....
The Vembur sheep, known locally as ‘Pottu aadu’, is a unique indigenous breed found in Tamil Nadu. This breed is recognised for its distinctive coat pattern, which features...
Recent research marks the role of black rats as the primary carriers of hantavirus in rural Madagascar. A study published in *Ecology and Evolution* reveals that these invasive...
The Thar Desert, located in northwestern India and southeastern Pakistan, has witnessed a remarkable transformation over the past two decades. A recent study revealed a 38 per cent...
The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) is vital for understanding India’s employment landscape. This survey provides data on key labour force indicators such as the Labour Force Participation...
On 2 April 2025, US President Donald Trump announced new “reciprocal tariffs,” which he termed “liberation day.” This announcement reverberated through global markets, causing volatility. A 90-day pause...
Recently, Japan’s West Japan Railway Company revealed the world’s first 3D-printed train station in Arida town. This innovative project replaced a weathered wooden complex that had been in...
The Nilgiri Tahr, an endangered mountain ungulate, is native to the Western Ghats in southern India. This species, also known as the Nilgiri Ibex, holds cultural significance as...
The Rajasthan government is contemplating a complete ban on mining activities within a 10-kilometre radius of the Chittorgarh Fort. This UNESCO World Heritage site is at the centre...
