Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies leads a crucial workshop to develop an action plan for the humpbacked mahseer, a fish whose population has crashed by 90% in a century. Urgent conservation is needed.
US President Trump announces a $200 billion mortgage bond purchase plan using Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac cash reserves to lower rates. Experts question if it tackles the core housing shortage. Read the full analysis.
A solar storm may push the aurora borealis into view across northern US states from Jan 8-9. Find out which states have the best chance and how to see it.
Unexpected rain hit Delhi-NCR early Friday, worsening the cold wave while air pollution remained 'very poor' at 321 AQI. IMD forecasts continued cold and fog.
Sultanpur National Park's 2026 bird census reveals 69 waterbird species, the highest diversity since 2023. Experts warn human disturbance threatens numbers. Read more on conservation efforts.
California Governor Gavin Newsom delivers a blistering critique of President Trump's policies, positioning his state as a national blueprint. Watch the full speech here.
US President Donald Trump defended an ICE agent who shot & killed a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis. Witnesses dispute the official account. Read the full story.
A street in Michigan, USA, has been renamed to honour former Bangladesh PM Begum Khaleda Zia. The move, led by councillors of Bangladeshi origin, is seen as international recognition of Bangladesh's political struggle. Read more.
A massive garbage mound collapsed in the Philippines, killing one and leaving 27 missing. Rescue operations are underway. Details on the tragedy and response.
Iran cuts internet & phone lines as protests over economic crisis intensify. Exiled Prince Pahlavi urges global action, Trump warns Tehran against violence. Details inside.
A fiery US House hearing probes the massive Minnesota welfare fraud scandal. Jim Jordan alleges 'active assistance' by top state leaders. Read the explosive details.
Delhi-NCR experienced light rainfall on a chilly Wednesday morning as a cold wave grips North India. IMD predicts dense fog and colder days ahead. Stay updated on weather alerts.
Former diplomat Ashok Sajjanhar reveals how Trump's climate change denial led the US to withdraw from 66 international bodies, impacting global governance. Read the full analysis.
Donald Trump declares he doesn't need international law, pledges to stop the Gaza conflict swiftly if re-elected. Read his controversial foreign policy stance.
CBO projects Fed rate cuts starting 2026, but 10-year Treasury yields to rise, making mortgages costlier. Unemployment to peak at 4.6% in 2026. Key insights for Indian investors and economy watchers.
Minneapolis faces renewed trauma after an ICE agent fatally shot 37-year-old Renee Good. The city, still healing from past crises, sees protests, school closures, and political clashes.
Gurgaon's air quality index (AQI) recorded 290, staying in the 'poor' zone for three consecutive days. Experts warn of health risks and cite winter conditions as a key factor. Read more.
Russia declares Western troops in Ukraine as "legitimate combat targets" after UK-France pact. Moscow warns of direct threat, escalating tensions. Read the full analysis.
A police officer shot a man armed with a sharp object at a Brooklyn hospital on January 9, 2026. Get the latest details on this developing US news story.
Widespread anti-government protests have erupted in Tehran and other Iranian cities. Get the latest details on the demonstrations and the government's response.
US Vice President J.D. Vance blames Democrats, media for fatal ICE shooting of Renee Good in Minneapolis, sparking protests. He defends officer, announces new prosecutor.
Former US President Donald Trump issues a stark warning to Iran, threatening a 'very hard' military strike if it uses force against protesters. Diplomatic tensions spike as global leaders react. Get the latest updates.
Explore the life of Plato, the ancient Greek philosopher who founded the first university. Discover his Theory of Forms and his revolutionary ideas on child-centric education that remain relevant today.
The NMC ordered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence to shut its MBBS course just 4 months after approval, citing infrastructure but raising concerns over due process and potential religious bias. The move threatens student futures and '
Remembering ecologist Madhav Gadgil, whose life's work championed balancing development with protecting India's forests and empowering local communities. His prescient warnings remain vital today.
Renowned ecologist Madhav Gadgil, known for the Western Ghats report and community-focused conservation, passed away on January 7, 2026. His work shaped India's environmental policy. Read about his enduring legacy.
UN chief Guterres warns global military spending hits $2.7 trillion, diverting funds from social needs. Meanwhile, UN raises India's 2026 GDP growth forecast to 6.6%, citing resilient demand.
President Trump pulls US out of over 60 global institutions, including UN climate body. This isolationist move may weaken America's global power and leadership. Read analysis.
US Senate advances a war powers resolution to limit President Trump's military actions in Venezuela, with five Republicans joining Democrats. The move signals growing unease over expanding US ambitions in the Western Hemisphere. Read the full analysis.
US Senator JD Vance declares solidarity with Iranian people protesting for rights. He condemns the regime's violence and calls for international attention. Read the full story.