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Hyderabad, September 1, 2026: A major security breach has been reported at the Secunderabad Cantonment, where several weapons and ammunition were found missing from an arms storage facility belonging to…
Seoul, September 2026: South Korea has been ranked 11th among the world’s loneliest countries in a global ranking examining loneliness and social disconnection across 36 countries. The ranking places South…
India’s monsoon season is showing signs of weakness as rainfall in August ended significantly below the normal level, raising concerns over agriculture, water availability and regional weather conditions. According to…
Hidden among the biodiversity-rich landscapes of the Western Ghats is the remarkable Malabar fungoid frog (Hydrophylax malabaricus), a species found exclusively in this region. First recorded in 1838 by Swiss…
The Purple Heron (Ardea purpurea) is a widespread wetland bird known for its elegant appearance and preference for densely vegetated habitats, particularly reed beds along water bodies. First formally recorded…
The Indian pitta (Pitta brachyura) is one of the most striking and colourful birds found across the Indian subcontinent. First formally recorded in 1766 by Swedish biologist and physician Carl…
The fascinating world of insects is filled with species that use clever adaptations to survive, and the white-sox fly is a striking example. Belonging to the family Micropezidae, stilt-legged flies…
India is expected to receive below-average rainfall in September following weaker-than-normal rainfall in August. The development could affect agriculture, water availability and rural economic activity in several regions. Monsoon performance…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit. The talks focused on strengthening cooperation between India and Russia…
India’s economy grew by 7.8% during the April–June 2026 quarter, exceeding expectations and demonstrating strong domestic economic momentum. Growth was supported by increased consumer spending, private investment, manufacturing and financial…