Rajasthan Tribal Groups Protest Aravalli Mining Threat

Tribal organisations in southern Rajasthan denounce legal moves weakening Aravalli hills protection, warning of existential threat to land, culture, and livelihoods. Read about their historic resistance.

New Town Kolkata Residents Protest Illegal Sludge Dumping

Residents of Greenwood Elements in New Town Action Area II protest illegal dumping of construction sludge. The waste, containing cement and chemicals, causes pollution and health risks. Authorities have been alerted.

Pranita Venkatesh becomes Indian-American mayor of San Carlos

Pranita Venkatesh, a child psychologist of Indian-Fijian origin, was unanimously sworn in as Mayor of San Carlos, California, marking a significant moment for Indian-American political representation. Discover her journey and priorities.

Shein Beats Zara, H&M; Chinese Goods Flood Europe

Chinese retail giant Shein is now the world's top fast-fashion player, surpassing Zara and H&M. A trade shift from the US is flooding Europe with cheap goods, sparking a logistics boom and tariff threats. Read the full analysis.

50+ Wild Elephants Roam Krishnagiri, Damage Farms

A herd of 50+ wild elephants from Karnataka's Bannerghatta forest is causing crop damage in Krishnagiri villages. Forest officials are driving them back and have issued safety alerts. Read the full story.

Israel Approves 19 New West Bank Settlements

Israel's cabinet greenlights 19 new Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank, a move condemned by Palestinians and the international community. Read the full details and implications.

Assam train collision kills 8 elephants, calf dies

A newborn elephant calf died from injuries sustained in a train collision in Assam, raising the death toll to eight. The accident highlights urgent safety concerns for wildlife corridors. Read about the investigation and new safety measures.

IAF Helicopter Transports Pench Tigress from MP to Rajasthan

The Indian Air Force's Mi-17 helicopter successfully airlifted a tigress from Madhya Pradesh's Pench Tiger Reserve to Rajasthan's Mukundra Hills. This crucial mission aids tiger population recovery in Rajasthan. Read about this landmark conservation effor

Israeli Arms Firms See Record Revenues in 2024

Israeli defence companies report record revenues in 2024, driven by a surge in global military exports. Explore the key players and geopolitical factors behind this boom.

Magnitude 3.5 Earthquake Hits Tibet

A light earthquake of magnitude 3.5 struck the Tibet region on Sunday. No damage or casualties reported. Stay updated on seismic activity in the region.

US New Apartment Permits Jump 10.9% in March

US housing starts and permits for new apartments surged in March 2024, signaling a robust construction sector. Building permits for multi-unit projects led the growth. Read the full analysis.

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