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Namibia: Where desert meets ocean
The Hindu· 13 hours agoIt is one of the least densely populated countries in the world, almost on par with Mongolia. The country gained independence from South Africa in 1990....
Unearthing the secrets of Indian savannas
The Hindu· 14 hours agoFor most of us, the word savanna conjures up a singular image: the vast plains of the Serengeti in Africa, teeming with wildlife… open grasslands dotted...
Flying Hippos? Scientists say the giants can get airborne!
Indiatimes· 15 hours agoThe hippopotamus, also known as the hippo, is the third-largest living land mammal after the elephant and rhino. Scientists in the UK have claimed that hippos can be airborne ...
Wild elephant strays into Totapara tea estate of Jalpaiguri and ravages shop, houses
The Telegraph· 17 hours agoSources said the elephant walked into the estate from the neighbouring Moraghat forest in search of...
Tribute to Elephant Arjuna: Memorials to Honor a Forest Hero
Indiatimes· 17 hours agoEnvironment Minister Eshwar Khandre announced the construction of memorials for elephant Arjuna, who died in a fight during a capture operation. The memorials will feature ...
Delhi: Sale of glue traps stopped across markets after PETA India’s appeal
Mid Day· 17 hours agoFollowing an appeal from PETA India for the prohibition of manufacture, use and sale of glue traps across Delhi, markets in the city stopped the sale of glue traps, reported PTI. In September ...
Reducing inflation the Czech way
Financial Express· 18 hours agoThe Czech central bank brought down inflation using unconventional policies while most others have struggled with conventional measures.
WATCH: Horse gets loose during Takoma Park Independence Day Parade
WDVM· 20 hours agoTAKOMA PARK, Md. (DC News Now) — Takoma Park’s Independence Day Parade had an unlikely guest. “Let’s...
George Orwell’s Time in Burma: How His Experiences Shaped '1984' and 'Animal Farm'
Times Now· 1 day agoGeorge Orwell, born Eric Arthur Blair, is one of the most influential writers of the 20th century....
Exploring Meghalaya in July: 5 must-have experiences
The Times of India· 1 day agoMeghalaya, the ‘Abode of Clouds’, is a beautiful northeastern state of misty hills, cascading waterfalls, and immense natural beauty. July, despite being...