Migratory bird numbers decline sharply in Bihar wetlands

Despite recent government efforts, migratory bird numbers in Bihar have declined sharply over decades. Habitat degradation, encroachment, and pollution threaten wetlands like Kanwar Lake and Rajdhani Jalasaya, alarming ornithologists.

Two Girls Drown in Gundya Stream in Mangaluru

Two girls, aged 15 and 21, drowned in the Gundya stream in Kadaba, Mangaluru. They entered a deeper portion and could not be rescued despite attempts. Bodies recovered; case registered.

Himachal to Get More Rain from May 11

Himachal Pradesh is set to receive another spell of rain from May 11, bringing relief from heat but posing risks of landslides and flash floods.

Hormuz Now, Malacca Next: India's Strategic Frontier

India faces strategic chokepoints at Hormuz and Malacca. A US-Indonesia deal pressures China but also threatens India. This analysis explores why Malacca is India's next frontier and the rising importance of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

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