Gaza farmers rebuild seed bank to save native crops
Gaza farmers are rebuilding a destroyed seed bank to preserve native crops and cultivate the little land left available.
Environment & Ecology
Pacific island leaders seek climate funds as geopolitical interest grows
Pacific island leaders in Palau urge major polluters to fund climate adaptation, as rising seas threaten communities and a UN report warns of warming overshoot.
NH-716 Trial Showcases 60% Recycled Pavement Technology in Highway Construction
A field trial on NH-716 successfully used 60% reclaimed asphalt pavement in a new road layer, highlighting indigenous rejuvenation technology.
Rare Fulvous Whistling Ducks Make First Recorded Appearance in Malappuram
Over 30 Fulvous whistling ducks, rarely seen in Kerala, were spotted at Venjali wetlands in Malappuram — a first for the district.
Chilean Zoo Deploys Copper-Laced Vests to Heal Injured Penguins
Chilean researchers are testing copper and zinc vests on injured Humboldt penguins to speed wound healing and prevent self-inflicted damage.
Chilean Researchers Trial Copper Vests to Heal Injured Penguins
Chilean vets are trialing copper-zinc vests on injured Humboldt penguins to protect wounds and speed healing, as populations decline.
Kerala PCB seeks answers from FACT over froth in Periyar
Kerala PCB has asked FACT to explain suspected industrial discharge into Periyar after froth and elevated oil-grease levels were found near Edayar.
River linking alone cannot resolve India's water disputes
Amit Shah's push for river interlinking masks deep-rooted water disputes and governance challenges across southern India.
Bagalkot villages in flood-prone zones to be permanently relocated: Minister
Bagalkot in-charge Minister Vijayanand Kashappanavar announced permanent relocation of flood-prone villages and sought a CM visit on Sept 4 to assess drought demands.
Venezuela-US Oil Deal Raises Hopes and Doubts in Lake Maracaibo
A new US-Venezuela oil agreement promises investment, but Lake Maracaibo's fishermen remain wary amid ongoing leaks and decay.
India, Thailand coordinate to crack down on live animal trafficking
CBI hosts India-Thailand meet on live animal trafficking, highlighting air and land routes and organised crime links.
Tiger mauls woman labourer at Jaipur park; official suspended
A 42-year-old woman was killed by a tiger at Jaipur's Nahargarh Biological Park. An official has been suspended for negligence.
Kerala Unveils Landscape-Level Plan to Tackle Human-Wildlife Conflict
Kerala's Forest Department presents a landscape-level action plan for human-wildlife coexistence, focusing on risk mapping and species-specific interventions.
Punalur municipality launches CARE initiative for carbon-neutral future
Punalur's CARE project aims for carbon neutrality via waste management, EVs, solar power, and mass tree planting.
French Growth Faces 0.1 Point Hit From Summer Drought
France's Finance Ministry says drought and heatwaves could cut 0.1 points off 2026 growth, driven by an estimated 8% drop in farm output.
Arunachal's Keyi Panyor charts path to become India's first bio-happy district
Keyi Panyor in Arunachal Pradesh is being developed as India's first bio-happy district, integrating indigenous knowledge with biodiversity and nutrition goals.
EU Feed Makers Warn of Higher Maize, Soybean Imports After Drought
EU feed makers project a sharp rise in maize and soybean imports for 2026/27 after drought cuts grain and forage output.
Thailand unveils rooftop solar push to cut LNG dependence (2026-09-02)
Thailand plans to add 5 GW of rooftop solar for 1 million households via a $6 billion fund to reduce LNG price exposure.
Bengaluru drivers report mileage drop, engine trouble after E20 petrol rollout
Bengaluru motorists are facing lower mileage and mechanical issues after the switch to E20 petrol, prompting calls for a more gradual rollout.
Horizons: Blue Crabs, Penguin Tracking, and Global Tech Unveils
A preview of Horizons stories: Italy's blue crab invasion, space-based penguin tracking, and more.