Brent crude futures surged to a near six-month high on Thursday, driven by escalating fears of a potential US military strike on Iran. The geopolitical tensions sent oil prices soaring, with Brent up 3.8% and WTI gaining 4%.
A six-year-old girl named Anushka was tragically killed by a leopard in Bahraich's Katarniaghat wildlife sanctuary while playing in her house, highlighting ongoing human-wildlife conflict.
The second phase of aerial seed dispersal has started in the Trikuta Hills of Jammu & Kashmir, aiming to enhance forest cover and ecological restoration through innovative drone technology.
Recent snowfall in Kashmir has revitalized horticulture and tourism sectors, improving water resources and attracting winter visitors to the region.
Rajasthan's Forest Minister announces Emergency Predator Protocol for leopard management, including Quick Response Teams, camera traps, and a dedicated helpline for urban wildlife incidents.
Venezuela's National Assembly has passed a landmark law allowing private companies to control oil production and sales, reversing two decades of state control. The reform aims to attract foreign investment amid economic crisis.
The Hill and Valley Forum's upcoming Washington summit will concentrate on maintaining American leadership in artificial intelligence and expanding advanced manufacturing capabilities, bringing together tech executives and policymakers.
A Minnesota teenager faced mockery from ICE agents while trying to deliver life-saving heart medication to his detained father. The incident highlights broader concerns about immigration enforcement practices.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation plans to remove 700 trees planted using Miyawaki method in 2024 to make way for underground water tank in Isanpur, highlighting city's development vs greenery conflict.
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen voices disappointment regarding the recent India-EU trade agreement, highlighting potential implications for global economic relations and US strategic interests.
Former First Lady Melania Trump opens up about her private life, White House preparations, and her son Barron's role in the 2024 campaign in a new documentary premiering globally.
An IIT Kanpur study commissioned by PCB reveals vehicles cause 91% of SO₂ emissions in GHMC Hyderabad, while industries contribute 92% in ORR areas, highlighting severe air quality threats.
Ahmedabad experienced weather fluctuations with minimum temperature dropping to 12.8°C and maximum at 26.2°C, 2.5 degrees below normal. IMD forecasts continued temperature variations with Friday's minimum around 15°C.
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warns Iran that Washington will use all options, including military force, to prevent nuclear weapons pursuit, while Trump urges diplomacy.
Former US President Donald Trump shared a humorous anecdote about a famous friend for whom Ozempic didn't work, prompting Vice President JD Vance to jokingly deny involvement and creating a viral political comedy moment.
Former US President Donald Trump stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to a one-week halt on strikes against Kyiv amid extreme cold weather conditions, highlighting potential diplomatic efforts.
US border czar Tom Homan announces targeted immigration operations in Minneapolis, moving away from controversial street sweeps after public outrage over fatal shootings.
A new Bengal tiger has been photographed in Buxa Tiger Reserve, marking its first appearance in the northeast tiger landscape. Experts suggest it may have arrived from Bhutan, with officials confirming no match in national tiger photo databases.
Los Angeles Metro rerouted buses carrying ads for First Lady Melania Trump's documentary after vulgar graffiti attacks, sparking Republican accusations of censorship and political bias in California.
Senate Democrats and some Republicans blocked a major government funding bill, risking a partial shutdown. The dispute centers on Homeland Security funding and ICE reforms.
Kolkata's air quality follows a predictable seasonal pattern with temporary monsoon relief and severe winter deterioration, showing little sustained improvement over three years according to official data and NCAP study findings.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries warns of imminent impeachment proceedings against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem unless President Trump fires her immediately following fatal immigration operation shootings.
Ludhiana experiences near-normal temperatures on Thursday but faces an orange alert for dense to very dense fog on Friday. The Met Department warns residents to prepare for inclement weather conditions.
US podcaster Kyle Seraphin criticizes Texas Governor Greg Abbott's H-1B visa freeze, calling it ineffective after years of Indian migration and investment in Texas.
A four-year-old tribal girl, Riya Salkar, died from injuries sustained in a leopard attack near her home in Dang district. The forest department has deployed six cages to capture the animal.
Uttarakhand recorded surplus rainfall in January 2024, ending a prolonged dry spell with a 9% surplus. Bageshwar led with 126% excess, while some districts remained below normal.
Former US President Donald Trump states Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed not to target Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities for one week during severe winter conditions, as Ukraine faces temperatures dropping to -30°C.
RTI data reveals Uttarakhand lost 749 leopards and 86 tigers from 2020 to 2025, with 2022 and 2024 being high-mortality years. Activists cite gaps in investigation and infrastructure threats.
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem participated in the first Trump administration cabinet meeting since the Minneapolis police shooting incident, discussing law enforcement and public safety.
Banned Chinese kite string has caused 2 human deaths, injured many, and killed around 250 birds in Ludhiana since Lohri festival, with rescuers demanding strict action against sellers.