Wildlife rescue centres across Uttarakhand are operating beyond capacity, with Chiriyapur housing 23 leopards against 9 capacity. Officials cite human-leopard conflicts as primary cause, announce new facilities.
Residents along Krishna river in Palnadu district report water turning blue-green with foul smell over two months. AP Pollution Control Board tests show no chemical contamination, attributing it to algal growth.
Top CEOs including Apple's Tim Cook and OpenAI's Sam Altman condemn ICE shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, calling for de-escalation and restraint amid protests.
India and the United States are reportedly very close to finalizing a bilateral trade agreement, with official sources indicating substantial progress in negotiations amid ongoing EU trade pact discussions.
US President Donald Trump launches federal investment accounts for newborns with $1,000 initial deposit. Over 500,000 families enrolled, aiming to build long-term savings for children.
India formally nominates Meghalaya's Jingkieng Jri/Lyu Chrai Cultural Landscape, featuring living root bridges, for UNESCO World Heritage consideration in the 2026-27 cycle.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott orders public universities and state agencies to halt new H-1B visa petitions without state permission through 2027, prioritizing jobs for Texans.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has issued a strong response to former President Donald Trump's recent 'playing with fire' warning, addressing political tensions and local governance concerns.
A 55-year-old man has been charged with assault after allegedly spraying an unknown substance at Congresswoman Ilhan Omar during a Minneapolis town hall. The suspect, Anthony Kazmierczak, targeted Omar with a syringe while she addressed supporters about I
A Middle East expert claims Donald Trump's political decisions are increasingly swayed by major financial contributors, surpassing the influence of media figures like Tucker Carlson and Steve Bannon.
A wildfire in Dzukou Valley's southern part led to evacuation of over 30 trekkers. Rescue operations by district administration and SAYO continue as trekking remains suspended.
Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha's Nuapada district, recently declared Maoist-free, is now emerging as a significant leopard habitat with over 70 leopards recorded in camera traps, officials report.
Forest authorities in Chamarajanagar district await lab results to determine if a leopard consumed human flesh after killing a pilgrim at MM Hills, making its release into the wild unlikely.
European Commission VP Kaja Kallas warns of irreversible transatlantic shift, urges defence integration and NATO reform as US strategic focus moves beyond Europe.
Delhi faces cold nights as minimum temperatures are expected to dip to 6-9°C over the next two days. Dense fog alert for Thursday, with rain predicted over the weekend. AQI improves slightly but may worsen again.
A US Senate hearing on Venezuela policy was dramatically interrupted by a protester shouting 'That's a war crime!' as Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the Trump administration's military operation that ousted President Nicolás Maduro.
A 25-year-old man was arrested with two elephant tusks inside Palamu Tiger Reserve. The tusks, weighing about 1 kg each, were seized by the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau in a decoy operation.
Stella Carlson shares harrowing account of Alex Pretti's fatal shooting by ICE agents, revealing video evidence contradicts official claims and describing community impact.
Mangaluru's Allcargo Beach Festival deployed a compact electric incinerator to treat 70kg of non-recyclable waste on-site, preventing 150kg CO2 emissions and showcasing sustainable event solutions.
Apartment complexes in Mangaluru are implementing organic waste composting technologies, reducing landfill waste while generating revenue through compost sales and tax benefits.
A one-year-old elephant calf was found dead in Raigarh district's remote forest after slipping into a pit and getting wedged between rocks. Forest officials suspect internal injuries from the fall.
French President Emmanuel Macron calls the Greenland standoff with the U.S. a strategic wake-up call, highlighting Europe's military dependence and renewed defense push.
Israeli Ambassador to India Naor Gilon warns that Hamas's interactions in Pakistan and Bangladesh pose a threat requiring international attention and action.
Iran has deployed its first dedicated naval drone carrier, IRIS Shahid Bagheri, near the Strait of Hormuz as the US confirms sending the USS Abraham Lincoln and additional naval forces to the region, escalating tensions.
French President Emmanuel Macron calls the Greenland standoff with the U.S. a strategic wake-up call for Europe, highlighting geopolitical tensions. Meanwhile, protests erupt in Manhattan over alleged ICE housing.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed disappointment over the EU-India free trade agreement, alleging Europe prioritizes commerce over Ukraine. Meanwhile, PM Modi hailed the pact as historic, promising job opportunities and market access.
Taiwan issues a stark warning to its citizens about escalating travel risks to China, reporting a fourfold increase in cases of Taiwanese nationals detained or missing there within a single year.
The Coalition for Uyghur Solidarity condemns OIC-China engagement, citing ongoing genocide and religious repression against Uyghur Muslims in Xinjiang.
A senior Tibetan Buddhist lama has gone missing after being detained by authorities in China's Qinghai province, with a rights group raising serious concerns about enforced disappearance and human rights violations in the region.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Congress the Trump administration may use force if Venezuela's interim leadership doesn't cooperate on oil access and trade priorities, amid embassy reopening plans.