This is the latest among a clutch of studies on glacial lakes that have highlighted the risks of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), and their impact on infrastructure and settlements downstream of such lakes.

A voting machine was first used at the Parur Assembly constituency in Kerala. The SC set later aside the election and ordered a repoll in 50 of the 85 polling stations. However, by the 2004 Lok Sabha election, EVMs had completely replaced ballot papers at…

Canada has introduced many obstacles for international students wishing to study in the country. Yet, it still continues to be the most preferred international destination for Indian students, especially those from Punjab. Here is why.

Bambi Bucket is a specialised aerial firefighting tool which has been in use since the 1980s.

Although it is not usual for the normal electoral process to be disrupted, the detailed provisions in the electoral framework ensure that each vote is counted accurately, and that elections reflect the true will of the people.

The United States has long spoken about China’s role in the supply of fentanyl, a potent opioid.

Zara and H&M sell items produced with Brazilian cotton linked to deforestation and land grabbing, says a new report.

Higher forest fire incidents are reported in India during March, April and May, due to the ample availability of dry biomass following the end of winter and the prevailing summer season.

The people of New Guinea have long tried to shed the cannibal label. While there have been documented cases of cannibalism among tribes on the island, the use of the stereotype has as much to do with European ideas on race and civilisation.

Google’s DeepMind has introduced TacticAI: an AI system that can provide experts with tactical insights, particularly on corner kicks, through predictive and generative AI.

Pakistan’s latest Hangor class is a direct rival of India’s Kalavari class of diesel-electric attack submarines. Here is what you need to know, and how the two compare.

What is this article, which was introduced in the constitution through an amendment in 1971? What legal complications followed?

A handful of political parties, including the BJP, want the Election Commission to delay elections in the Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat. They have cited bad weather and a blocked road as reasons. Parties like PDP and NC have, however, rubbished the claim.…

In 1999, the Sierra Madre was left on the Second Thomas Shoal, which is a part of the mostly uninhabited Spratly islands in the South China Sea. China has demanded the ship’s removal in the past – something the Philippines has rejected.

Indira took oath as Prime Minister once again on March 18, 1971. In the lead up to the polls, there was a split in the Congress party. How did it still manage a victory? Read in part 5 of our series on the history of India's Lok Sabha elections.

In its forecast for April, the IMD had warned of extreme heat and prolonged heatwave conditions to prevail over large parts of the country during the month. There are two main reasons for this. Here is a look.

In the case of repayment of loans during a month, some banks were charging interest for the entire month, rather than only for the period for which the loan was outstanding. RBI recently found banks following several other unfair practices.

Musk landed in China on a surprise visit on Sunday, barely a week after he deferred his much-anticipated India trip. Amid Tesla's sliding sales in China, it is hoping FSD will give it an edge over domestic competitors. However, roadblocks persist.

Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome or TTS is a medical condition characterised by abnormally low levels of platelets and the formation of blood clots. Concerns over AstraZeneca's vaccines and TTS have been raised in the past, too.

The rule is applied for claiming an enhanced compensation — for damage that is more than what could have been ordinarily anticipated to be caused by the defendant.