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September 16, 2024 4:26 PM

Crisis hits North Bengal tea industry due to heat wave

The tea industry in North Bengal is currently facing significant challenges due to a prolonged heat wave affecting the region. This weather anomaly has led to adverse impacts on tea production, with tea gardens experiencing a drastic reduction in leaf growth. North Bengal, known for its prolific te...

May 2, 2024 10:40 AM

Florida’s six-week abortion ban sparks concern from healthcare providers

Florida's ban on abortions past six weeks of pregnancy took effect on Wednesday (May 1), threatening the future of the state's clinics and abortion funds and forcing patients to travel hundreds or thousands of miles to get the procedure. The impact of the ban was highlighted at a recent press con...

May 2, 2024 12:08 AM

Extreme heat shuts schools for millions, widening learning gaps worldwide

Hena Khan, a grade nine student in Dhaka, has struggled to focus on her studies this week as temperatures surpassed 43 degrees Celsius (109 degrees Fahrenheit) in the Bangladesh capital. "There is no real education in schools in this punishing heat," she said. "Teachers can't teach, students can't ...

April 30, 2024 5:35 PM

International Labour Day: Honouring the contributions of workers

International Labour Day, observed globally on May 1 each year, commemorates the invaluable contributions of workers and the labor movement. Various activities, including meetings and programs, are organized to honor their pivotal role. In India, Labour Day is celebrated with great enthusiasm. Duri...

April 30, 2024 5:30 PM

Carnivore birds declining more rapidly than omnivores in India: report

Indian bird species, particularly carnivores, insectivores, and granivores, are declining at a faster rate than omnivores and nectar eaters, indicating the impact of diet on the avian population, reveals the State of India’s Birds Report 2023, released recently. According to the report, 942 bir...

April 30, 2024 3:44 PM

What did people eat before agriculture? New study offers insight

The advent of agriculture roughly 11,500 years ago in the Middle East was a milestone for humankind - a revolution in diet and lifestyle that moved beyond the way hunter-gatherers had existed since Homo sapiens arose more than 300,000 years ago in Africa. While the scarcity of well-preserved human ...

September 16, 2024 6:02 PM

Beat the Summer Heat: Enjoy Refreshing Sundays in Delhi

As Delhi swelters under the blazing summer sun, it's time to find ways to stay cool and make the most of your Sundays. Luckily, the capital city offers an array of refreshing activities to help you beat the heat and have a rejuvenating day out. Whether you're into nature, adventure, or culture, ther...

April 5, 2024 3:22 PM

8 out of 10 people worldwide support reducing plastic production, shows survey

More than 400 million tonnes of plastic are produced every year globally, according to data provided by the UN. Just half of this production is meant for single-use, with only around 10% being recycled.  With an estimated 19-23 million tonnes of plastic waste finding its way into lakes, rivers, an...