The Nilgiri tahr climbs population charts
In a heartening development for conservationists, a recent census has revealed that the population of the Nilgiri tahr (an endangered mountain goat) at the Mukurthi National Park has grown by an impressive 18% in the last two years, from 480 to 568.
Trapped heat below Arctic surface could melt entire region’s ice: study
Archived’ heat trapped below the surface of the Arctic has the potential to melt the entire region’s sea ice, scientists warn.
Pollution may affect thinking skills, says study
A large study in China suggests a link between air pollution and negative effects on people’s language and math skills.
Pan-India reservation rule applies to Delhi: Supreme Court
Reservation is State-specific, but Delhi is a ‘miniature India’ where the “pan-India reservation rule” applies.
Law Commission calls for re-think on sedition clause
Dissent and criticism of the government are essential ingredients of a robust public debate in a vibrant democracy the Law Commission of India said .
2+2 talks to focus on China
The first U.S.-India 2+2 dialogue next week in New Delhi will discuss regional and strategic issues of Asia and “will also have some real outcomes.
BIMSTEC Summit in Nepal: Narendra Modi to attend two-day meet, will inaugurate dharmashala at Pashupatinath
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) BIMSTEC Summit in Nepal on 30-31 August.
Bees get hooked on harmful pesticide
Bumblebees acquire a taste for food laced with a pesticide known to harm them, according to a study suggesting the chemicals pose an even greater threat to pollinators than previously thought.
RBI flags risk of higher inflation
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on 29 Aug. reiterated concerns over rising inflationary pressures this fiscal year due to global and domestic pressures.
Over 99% of demonetised notes were returned: RBI
Over 21 months after Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes were withdrawn from circulation on November 8, 2016, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said that nearly all of that money has returned to the banking system.