Dakshina Kannada MP Capt Brijesh Chowta intervenes to expedite delayed Weather-Based Crop Insurance Scheme (WBCIS) payments for thousands of eligible farmers. Read about the directive and the reasons behind the hold-up.
Heavy rains in northern Tamil Nadu claim 4 lives, damage over 2 lakh acres of crops. IMD forecasts more heavy showers for Wednesday. Govt announces relief for farmers.
The Indian government's new digital credit assessment model for MSMEs aims to streamline lending, reduce bank delays, and boost financial inclusion. Learn how this initiative works.
Stagnant farm incomes from Kharif and a bleak winter crop outlook are squeezing rural spending, posing a risk to FMCG and durable goods sales. Experts warn of a potential crisis.
CBSE releases strict SOPs for Class 10 & 12 practical exams 2025-26. Mandates same-day mark upload, geo-tagged photos, and warns of no deadline extensions. Get all details here.
Punjab's Housing Dept issues notice for land acquisition in Mohali's Sectors 87, 101, 103. GNDU starts Social Impact Assessment. Public hearings scheduled for Dec 22-23.
India's economy grew at 8.2% in Q2 FY25, its fastest pace in 6 quarters. Yet, the IMF gives its national accounts a 'C' grade, sparking a debate on data quality. We explain the clash and what it means.
Chola MS General Insurance expects improved performance in H2FY26. MD V. Suryanarayanan discusses motor portfolio, crop insurance plans, and rural expansion to 2.2 lakh gram panchayats. Read the full interview.
Punjab reports dramatic 53% decline in stubble burning cases compared to 2024. Only 4 farm fires recorded on Saturday as harvesting season ends. Read the complete district-wise analysis.
Ludhiana district witnesses significant 32.62% reduction in stubble burning incidents during paddy harvest season. Khanna leads with 73% drop. Authorities credit awareness and machinery.
IIIT-Delhi revolutionizes education by permitting AI tools in assessments. Students must submit prompts, focusing on critical thinking over memorization. Discover how this transforms learning.
After threat of intensified protests, 16,000 grape farmers in Vijayapura district finally receive crop insurance compensation for 2024-25. Learn how drought, rains and crop diseases impacted growers.
Rubber growers in Karnataka face crisis as imports surge. Experts demand official horticulture crop recognition, MSP, and import regulations to save domestic industry.
IMF maintains C-rating for India's national accounts while government prepares new GDP series for 2026. Learn what this means for India's economic data credibility and upcoming changes.
Assam govt completes 6 climate research projects, with 9 more in progress. The state's comprehensive Climate Change Action Plan features 211 actions across key sectors.
India releases updated seismic zonation map placing entire Himalayan arc in highest-risk Zone VI for first time. 61% of India now in moderate to high hazard zones. New building codes mandate stricter safety standards.
Over 5,300 Mizoram farmers face devastating crop losses as bamboo flowering triggers rodent population explosion. Learn how this rare ecological event impacts agriculture.
Explore how India's diverse soil types influence crop patterns, regional agriculture, and the growing soil health crisis threatening food security. Learn about sustainable solutions.
Monitor your breathing capacity with 3 simple home methods. Learn about spirometry, breath-holding, and the 6-minute walk test to detect potential lung issues early.
US Army Secretary delivers blunt warning to Ukraine about battlefield losses while presenting peace plan seen as favoring Russia. Read the full details.
India's kharif foodgrain production is projected to reach 173.33 million tonnes in 2025-26, boosted by a good monsoon. This increase may help control food inflation. Read more for a detailed crop-wise analysis.
GMADA fast-tracks Mohali Aerotropolis expansion, submitting the Social Impact Assessment report in a record 10 days. An expert committee will review farmer objections on Nov 27. #UrbanDevelopment #Punjab
The US CDC has updated its website, stating the claim 'vaccines do not cause autism' is not evidence-based. HHS launches a comprehensive autism assessment. Read the latest developments.
Delphi-2M AI model forecasts disease risk across 1,000+ conditions using health data patterns. Not yet in hospitals, but promising for future healthcare planning.
Excelsoft Technologies IPO opens November 19-21 with ₹114-120 price band. Learn about fund allocation, grey market premium, and company's SaaS focus in learning sector.
Excelsoft Technologies IPO is open for subscription from Nov 19-21. The ₹114-120 price band values the edtech SaaS firm at ₹1,380 crore. Discover the GMP and fund allocation strategy.
Harvard's internal report reveals alarming grade inflation with 60% students receiving A's. Discover how this trend affects education standards nationwide and proposed solutions.
Marathwada witnesses 899 farmer suicides between January-October 2025. Former MP Raju Shetti blames unseasonal rains and crop damage. Read the full report on this agricultural crisis.
MP Tejasvi Surya criticizes Bengaluru development projects for lacking environmental assessments, warning of risks to water table and public safety. Read the full report.
Over 100,000 government school teachers in Jharkhand begin Teacher Need Assessment integrated with professional development program to enhance education quality.