Genetic Study Debunks Aryan Invasion Theory
A new genetic study reveals 76% of Gujarat's maternal lineages are indigenous, dating back 40,000+ years, challenging the Aryan Invasion Theory. Read the full findings.
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China Taxes Condoms to Reverse Population Decline
China imposes a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive pills, ending a three-decade exemption. This policy shift aims to counter a deepening demographic crisis as births hit record lows. Read the full analysis.
World's Most Densely Populated Cities: Mumbai in Top 10
A new list reveals the world's most densely packed cities, with several from the Philippines and India's Mumbai making the top 10. Discover the challenges of extreme urban density.
Errol Musk's 'White Minority' Remarks Cause Uproar
Elon Musk's father, Errol Musk, faces backlash for claiming US would be 'doomed' if whites become a minority. CNN interview ignites debate on race, demography, and apartheid denial. Read the full analysis.
China's Contraceptive Tax: Limits of Pro-Birth Policies
China introduces a new 'contraceptive tax' to boost birth rates. We explain the policy's details, its economic logic, and why experts doubt its effectiveness. Read more.
China Scraps Tax on Condoms to Boost Births
China removes taxes on condoms and contraceptive drugs in a major policy shift to address its declining population. Learn how decades of the one-child policy led to this reversal.
China Scraps Birth Control Tax Break Amid Population Crisis
China has removed a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT. This policy reversal aims to tackle a declining birth rate and ageing population. Explore the details and historical context.
Rajasthan Halts New Administrative Units for Census
Rajasthan govt freezes creation of new districts, tehsils & boundary changes until 2027 Census. Details on the two-phase exercise and what's exempted. Read more.
Phase I of Sixth All India Tiger Estimation Begins in TN
Tamil Nadu starts the first phase of the national tiger census, surveying reserves and forest divisions for prey density and carnivore signs. Join the conservation effort.
Israel's Population Crosses 10 Million Mark in 2026
Israel's population officially exceeded 10 million people at the start of 2026, a significant demographic milestone driven by a high birth rate and immigration. Discover the data and its implications.
China Raises Condom Prices to Encourage More Children
China is reportedly increasing condom prices as part of a strategy to reverse its declining birth rate. Experts debate the effectiveness of this controversial policy. Read more.
Delhi's Night Shelters Offer Refuge During Cold Wave
As temperatures plummet, Delhi's 195 night shelters provide crucial warmth, food, and safety to the city's homeless population. Discover how these government-run havens are battling the winter chill.
Man-Tiger Conflict Dips in Pilibhit as Population Grows
Fatal tiger attacks near Pilibhit Tiger Reserve fell to 7 in 2025 from 10 in 2024, despite a growing big cat population. Forest officials credit community initiatives like 'Bagh Express' and 'Bagh Mitras' for the encouraging trend.
UN Warns Pakistan of Urgent Population Challenge
UNFPA report reveals Pakistan's population may reach 400 million by 2063, stressing urgent need for family planning and women's empowerment to avert a crisis.
Kogilu Eviction Spotlights Bengaluru Housing Shortage
The recent eviction drive in Kogilu, Bengaluru, underscores the city's severe lack of affordable housing. Experts urge the government to build large-scale rental complexes for migrants. Read more.
Assam CM Appeals for More Hindu Children Amid Population Trends
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma urges Hindu families to have at least two children, citing higher birth rates in minority areas. He also appeals to Muslims against large families. Details on Assam's two-child policy relaxations.
Assam CM Advocates for Larger Hindu Families
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma suggests Hindu families have three children to counter demographic changes. Read his full statement and analysis.
Baby born in Italian village after 30 years, population under 20
The birth of Lara Bussi Trabucco in Pagliara dei Marsi, Italy, ends a 30-year wait, spotlighting the country's severe demographic decline and record-low birth rates. Read this inspiring story of hope.
Viral Video: Texas Woman's Anguish Over Indian Population
A Texas content creator's video complaining about the high Indian population in DFW cities goes viral, sparking a fierce debate on immigration and diversity. Read the full story.
200 Join Madurai's Synchronized Wetland Bird Census 2025
Nearly 200 volunteers, including students and experts, participated in Tamil Nadu's synchronized wetland bird census in Madurai, aiming to track species trends and boost conservation efforts.
Punjab's Elderly Face Rising Cancer Threat, Study Warns
New research from Punjab highlights an urgent need for geriatric cancer care as the state ages rapidly. Learn about the most common cancers and the call for tailored screening.
First Baby in 30 Years Revives Italian Village
The birth of Lara Bussi Trabucco ends a 30-year wait in Pagliara dei Marsi, Italy, symbolising hope amid a national population crisis. Discover how one child is changing a community.
Padma Vibhushan Seer Calls for Larger Hindu Families
Padma Vibhushan recipient Jagadguru Ramanandacharya Swami Rambhadracharya advocates for Hindu families to have at least four children to safeguard religion and culture, questioning the two-child norm.
Assam CM: State at Risk if Bangladeshi-Origin Population Crosses 50%
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warns of a potential attempt to merge Assam with Bangladesh if demographic trends continue. He frames the upcoming elections as a battle for identity and culture. Read more.
Death of China's One-Child Policy Chief Sparks Backlash
The death of Peng Peiyun, former head of China's Family Planning Commission, has ignited social media criticism of the controversial one-child policy. Explore the policy's lasting impact and demographic challenges. Read more.
Bee Decline Cuts Onion Seed Yield by 60%, Pune Team Acts
Bee population collapse, driven by pesticides & climate change, slashes onion seed production by 60%. Pune's Bee Basket rescues hives, trains rescuers to safeguard India's food future. Read how.
PM Modi's Christmas outreach amid political criticism
PM Narendra Modi attended a Christmas service in Delhi, highlighting peace and compassion. The BJP's minority outreach faces challenges despite efforts in key states like Kerala and the Northeast. Read more.
Tiger count at Valmiki Reserve jumps from 8 to 54
Bihar's Valmiki Tiger Reserve sees a conservation triumph as tiger numbers skyrocket from 8 in 2010 to 54 in 2022. Officials credit habitat management and security. Read the full story.
Billionaires' New Strategy: Scaling Reproduction for Legacy
As global fertility rates fall, a new trend emerges: billionaires like Elon Musk & Pavel Durov are using tech to have many children, viewing reproduction as strategy, not intimacy. Explore the shift.
UP Bill Gives Permanent Legal Backing to SVAMITVA Property Records
Uttar Pradesh moves to legally recognize drone-surveyed rural property records under SVAMITVA Scheme. Over 1.06 crore Gharauni documents aim to cut disputes and boost access to loans.
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