Illinois Study: How Cracks in Dry Soil Impact Moisture Evaporation
URBANA, Ill. – Soils that are exposed to prolonged drought often develop desiccation cracks, which impact soil properties and exacerbate moisture loss through evapotranspiration. A new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign examines…
Sambhav Launches First-Ever Sustainability E-Book for Students After Odisha Olympiad Success
Bhubaneswar, June 19: In a pioneering step to promote environmental awareness among schoolchildren, Sambhav has launched a first-of-its-kind E-book on Survival and Sustainability following the successful completion of Odisha’s inaugural Olympiad on…
Nifty IT Tumbles 6% Amid Global Tech Weakness
Mumbai, June 19: Indian equity markets witnessed sharp pressure in the technology space on Thursday, with the Nifty IT index falling over 6 per cent after global IT major Accenture’s revised guidance dampened investor sentiment across the sector.…
Thomas Cook India introduces industry-first cross-border rewards programme for its forex card customers
Mumbai, June 19:As Indian travellers become increasingly digital-first in their spending behaviour, the way they pay overseas is evolving rapidly. From spending on daily essentials and transportation to swiping for experiences, dining, or shopping,…
Bharat Buildcon 2026 Inaugurated to Boost Construction Sector
New Delhi, June 19: The government on Thursday inaugurated Bharat Buildcon 2026, a major industry platform aimed at deepening engagement and collaboration among builders, developers, and key stakeholders in the construction and infrastructure sector. The…
Amit Shah Reviews Steps to Strengthen Cooperative Banks and Boost Exports
New Delhi, June 19: Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Thursday reviewed a set of ongoing measures aimed at strengthening the cooperative banking sector and enhancing India’s export competitiveness. Pic Credit:…
Kolkata Metro to Begin Early Morning Services on June 21 for Yoga Day and NEET-UG
Kolkata, June 19: In a passenger-friendly move, Kolkata Metro Railway will commence services from 4:00 a.m. on June 21 to facilitate commuters on the occasion of International Yoga Day and the NEET-UG examination. The early start has been planned to…
Strong Growth in Direct Taxes: Up 14.6 pc to INR 5.21 Lakh Crore
New Delhi, June 19: India’s net direct tax collections have registered a robust growth of 14.6 per cent, reaching ₹5.21 lakh crore in the current financial period, signaling sustained economic momentum and improved compliance across taxpayer…
Gujarat Approves INR 1,567 Crore Industrial Incentives to Boost Manufacturing and Jobs
Gandhinagar, June 19: In a significant push to industrial growth, the Gujarat government has cleared incentive support worth ₹1,567 crore for projects in the chemical, automobile, and textile sectors, aiming to strengthen manufacturing capacity, attract…
Government Approves Major Pulses & Oilseeds Procurement Drive Across 4 States; Uttar Pradesh Leads Beneficiary List
Pic Credit: Pexel New Delhi, June 19, 2026: In a significant boost to India’s agricultural support framework, large-scale procurement of pulses and oilseeds has been approved across four states, with Uttar Pradesh emerging as the biggest…