The Ministry of Home Affairs announces the first phase of Census 2027 will be conducted between April and September. The exercise will also update the National Population Register. Get the full details.
The AI race is now about energy. As data centres multiply, electricity is the new choke point. China's massive power build-out gives it an edge, while the US faces grid bottlenecks. Can Europe seize its opportunity? Read the analysis.
New IISc research in PLOS Biology reveals how sudden population crashes, like floods, can purge 'cheater' bacteria and strengthen cooperative traits in microbial communities. Discover the implications for infections and antibiotic resistance.
The revised DPR for Thiruvananthapuram Metro is on hold as KMRL seeks clarity on national population criteria. The project's approval hinges on meeting the 2017 Metro Rail Policy norms. Read more.
A new genetic study reveals 76% of Gujarat's maternal lineages are indigenous, dating back 40,000+ years, challenging the Aryan Invasion Theory. Read the full findings.
China imposes a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive pills, ending a three-decade exemption. This policy shift aims to counter a deepening demographic crisis as births hit record lows. Read the full analysis.
A new list reveals the world's most densely packed cities, with several from the Philippines and India's Mumbai making the top 10. Discover the challenges of extreme urban density.
Elon Musk's father, Errol Musk, faces backlash for claiming US would be 'doomed' if whites become a minority. CNN interview ignites debate on race, demography, and apartheid denial. Read the full analysis.
China introduces a new 'contraceptive tax' to boost birth rates. We explain the policy's details, its economic logic, and why experts doubt its effectiveness. Read more.
China removes taxes on condoms and contraceptive drugs in a major policy shift to address its declining population. Learn how decades of the one-child policy led to this reversal.
China has removed a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT. This policy reversal aims to tackle a declining birth rate and ageing population. Explore the details and historical context.
Rajasthan govt freezes creation of new districts, tehsils & boundary changes until 2027 Census. Details on the two-phase exercise and what's exempted. Read more.
China urges the Netherlands to reverse its intervention in chipmaker Nexperia, warning of a global semiconductor supply chain crisis. Read the full details and potential impact.
Tamil Nadu starts the first phase of the national tiger census, surveying reserves and forest divisions for prey density and carnivore signs. Join the conservation effort.
Israel's population officially exceeded 10 million people at the start of 2026, a significant demographic milestone driven by a high birth rate and immigration. Discover the data and its implications.
China is reportedly increasing condom prices as part of a strategy to reverse its declining birth rate. Experts debate the effectiveness of this controversial policy. Read more.
As temperatures plummet, Delhi's 195 night shelters provide crucial warmth, food, and safety to the city's homeless population. Discover how these government-run havens are battling the winter chill.
Fatal tiger attacks near Pilibhit Tiger Reserve fell to 7 in 2025 from 10 in 2024, despite a growing big cat population. Forest officials credit community initiatives like 'Bagh Express' and 'Bagh Mitras' for the encouraging trend.
UNFPA report reveals Pakistan's population may reach 400 million by 2063, stressing urgent need for family planning and women's empowerment to avert a crisis.
The recent eviction drive in Kogilu, Bengaluru, underscores the city's severe lack of affordable housing. Experts urge the government to build large-scale rental complexes for migrants. Read more.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma urges Hindu families to have at least two children, citing higher birth rates in minority areas. He also appeals to Muslims against large families. Details on Assam's two-child policy relaxations.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma suggests Hindu families have three children to counter demographic changes. Read his full statement and analysis.
The birth of Lara Bussi Trabucco in Pagliara dei Marsi, Italy, ends a 30-year wait, spotlighting the country's severe demographic decline and record-low birth rates. Read this inspiring story of hope.
A Texas content creator's video complaining about the high Indian population in DFW cities goes viral, sparking a fierce debate on immigration and diversity. Read the full story.
Nearly 200 volunteers, including students and experts, participated in Tamil Nadu's synchronized wetland bird census in Madurai, aiming to track species trends and boost conservation efforts.
New research from Punjab highlights an urgent need for geriatric cancer care as the state ages rapidly. Learn about the most common cancers and the call for tailored screening.
The birth of Lara Bussi Trabucco ends a 30-year wait in Pagliara dei Marsi, Italy, symbolising hope amid a national population crisis. Discover how one child is changing a community.
Padma Vibhushan recipient Jagadguru Ramanandacharya Swami Rambhadracharya advocates for Hindu families to have at least four children to safeguard religion and culture, questioning the two-child norm.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warns of a potential attempt to merge Assam with Bangladesh if demographic trends continue. He frames the upcoming elections as a battle for identity and culture. Read more.
South Eastern Railway approves Rs 418.11 crore project to replace 125-year-old Kolaghat bridge. The new structure, set for 2027, will restore full-speed operations on the busy Howrah-Kharagpur section.