In the lush hills of Himachal Pradesh, a sneaky virus is causing trouble for young cows. This isn't just any virus—it's the bovine respiratory syncytial virus, or BRSV for short. It's a big deal because it messes with the lungs, making it hard for calves to breathe. What's worse, this virus doesn't get as much attention as it should, especially in India. Researchers...
In India, politics often runs in the family. For many years, the Nehru-Gandhi family has been a big name in Indian politics. They have been involved since India gained independence. This has led to the idea that leading in politics can be passed down through families. This is not just true for the Nehru-Gandhi family. It happens in many political parties across India...
Cyclone Montha recently hit India's eastern coast, causing significant damage. The storm brought heavy rain and strong winds, flooding farms, roads, and buildings in Andhra Pradesh. The damage is estimated at nearly 53 billion rupees, which is about $603 million. The farm sector was hit the hardest, with losses around 8. 68 billion rupees. The storm also killed 120 a...
Mosquitoes, especially the Aedes aegypti, are spreading fast. They carry diseases and love warm weather. Scientists in central India studied how heat affects these mosquitoes. They looked at how temperature changes their growth, survival, and even how they reproduce. The study focused on mosquitoes from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. It found that temperature has a big imp...
India's rice farming landscape is changing. Farmers are moving away from the traditional puddled transplanted rice (PTR) method. They are turning to dry direct-seeded rice (dDSR) to save on labor, water, and farming costs. However, the success of this new method varies greatly depending on where it's used. In four major rice-growing states, researchers have been stu...
India's agricultural landscape is vast, and with it comes a significant amount of crop waste. This waste, often seen as a burden, could be a goldmine for producing biohydrogen, a clean and modern biofuel. Biohydrogen offers a dual benefit: it's a clean energy source and it helps manage waste effectively. Let's dive into the numbers. India has the potential to genera...
A man named Mohammad Shehzad has confessed to stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan in Mumbai. This happened after Mumbai Police caught him in Thane on January 19, 2025. Shehzad, who worked for a housekeeping agency, had used several fake names and was arrested at a labor camp near a metro construction site. The police are looking into whether Shehzad is an Indian or a Bangl...
For the first time in 144 years, India is hosting the Maha Kumbh Mela, a huge gathering of Hindu devotees. This festival, which takes place every 12 years and is known as the "festival of festivals, " is happening in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. This year is extra special because it's the 12th Kumbh Mela and there's a rare alignment of the sun, moon, and Jupiter. Millio...
Did you know that young women in Uttar Pradesh, India's most populous state, are facing a major challenge when it comes to planning their families? Experts are digging deep into why there's such a big difference between the need for contraception and actual usage. It's like a puzzle—some areas have better access, while others are left behind. This isn't just about nu...
In the northeastern Terai region of Uttar Pradesh, the vegetation landscape is a mix of grasslands, old fields, wastelands, and forests. This area, like many others in the country, faces a challenge: invasive alien plant species. These intruders not only disrupt the growth and production of local food crops but also negatively impact the native biodiversity. To bett...