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The world's greatest biological treasures are often found not in laboratories or research institutions, but in forests, wetlands and indigenous communities that have nurtured them for centuries. Yet, history offers countless examples of these resources being commercialised without the knowledge or consent of those who safeguarded them. India's First National Report on the Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) is, therefore, more than a routine policy document. I

There is a familiar image across India today. A young graduate, degree in hand, standing in a long queue outside a government recruitment office. Another refreshing job portals every morning, tailoring resumes that receive no reply. A young woman, who excelled in college, quietly abandoning the search because the nearest workplace is unsafe to commute to or because household responsibilities leave no room for paid work. These are not isolated stories. Together, they capture t

Shah Rukh Khan's Knight Riders Group owns franchises in India, Trinidad, Abu Dhabi and Los Angeles competing across four leagues, twelve months of the year, on three continents. Almost nobody noticed it happen. In 2008, Shah Rukh Khan paid roughly $75 million for a cricket team in Kolkata. In 2026, the organisation he built around that team operates across four T20 leagues, has just opened the first privately owned cricket stadium built by a franchise outside its home country

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic visit to New Zealand the first by an Indian Prime Minister in four decades—marks a defining moment in India's Indo-Pacific diplomacy. Coming just months after the signing of the landmark India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA), the visit elevated bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, signalling that the relationship is no longer confined to trade but is increasingly anchored in maritime security, technology, defe

Open almost any social media platform today, and you'll likely come across videos claiming to explain why you're constantly tired, bloated, anxious, or unable to lose weight. The answer, many creators suggest, is cortisol. Known as the body's primary stress hormone, cortisol has become one of the internet's favourite wellness buzzwords. Millions of videos now promise to identify the signs of "high cortisol" while offering quick solutions through supplements, detox drinks, res

Teachers are often expected to be educators, mentors, counsellors, motivators, and role models all at once. They shape young minds, encourage creativity, resolve conflicts, support struggling students, and continue learning themselves. Yet, behind the classroom door, many teachers are silently battling a challenge that is receiving increasing global attention: burnout. Burnout is more than simply feeling tired after a long day. The World Health Organization recognises it as a

The AIU said prolonged agitations come "at a considerable cost" to students' academic progress The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has urged universities and higher education institutions (HEIs) across India to counsel students to prioritise their academics and avoid participating in protests linked to recent examination controversies. The association cautioned that prolonged agitations can significantly affect students' academic progress and overall well-being. In a

"Water, water, everywhere, nor any drop to drink." Samuel Taylor Coleridge wrote those words over two centuries ago to describe abundance without access. Today, the crisis has acquired a far more unsettling meaning. Water may still be everywhere, but increasingly, it is not for everyone. In the twenty-first century, access to clean water is no longer determined solely by geography or rainfall. It is increasingly shaped by wealth, politics and power. The question is no longer

Every generation eventually arrives at a moment when it discovers that democracy is not merely exercised through the ballot box but also on the streets. The student led demonstrations in Delhi over examination irregularities may ultimately be remembered less for the immediate demands they raised than for what they revealed about a generation increasingly unwilling to accept institutional failures in silence. What distinguished the protests was not the presence of political vo

Sixteen years and two unrelated substitutes named Torres separate Spain's last two World Cup–winning goals. The gap between them explains this team better than either goal does on its own. Thirty-nine seconds into the second period of extra time, a loose ball dropped awkwardly in the Argentina box, and Ferran Torres didn't wait for it to bounce twice. One touch, left foot, off the underside of the bar. MetLife Stadium came apart. Somewhere behind him, Lionel Messi turned away

Mohammad al-Waheidi had been working for weeks to set up screens.In the spaces between destroyed buildings and overcrowded tents around Gaza City, al-Waheidi and his colleagues from the Egyptian Relief Committee set up screens to allow displaced families to enjoy the games of the 2026 World Cup. Families with no access to running water and electricity, families who knew nothing for sure about the next day gathered every evening to watch football. On July 8, a day before the g

India stands at a defining demographic moment. With nearly 65% of its population below the age of 35, the country's greatest resource is not merely its economic potential but the aspirations, creativity, and energy of its youth. Yet, this promise is accompanied by a difficult paradox. Even as India has emerged as one of the world's fastest-growing major economies, concerns over employment quality, declining labour force participation among young people, and the widening gap b

Delhi Police used lathi charges and tear gas. The government met the protesters' delegates for the first time in 30 days. Nothing changed. NEW DELHI:The barriers close to Jantar Mantar were welded to shut out protesters early in the morning. These barriers rose to over six feet high, fixed to the grille of a church nearby so that they would not be moved around. Five metro stations such as Rajiv Chowk, Janpath, Patel Chowk, Central Secretariat and Seva Teerth were closed by D

U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed Iraq's newly appointed Prime Minister, Ali al-Zaidi, to the Oval Office on Tuesday, using the high-profile meeting to reaffirm ties with Baghdad as tensions continue to escalate across the Middle East. Hosting the Iraqi leader during his first official foreign visit since assuming office, Trump struck a light-hearted tone at the start of their meeting, joking, "He's young and handsome, which doesn't make me happy," prompting laughter from

Pau Cubarsí has started every minute of Spain's run to the World Cup final, posted passing accuracy no defender at this tournament has matched, and broken a clean sheet record held by Paolo Maldini. He is 19. Almost nobody is talking about him. When Spain beat France 2-0 in the semi-final, the conversation immediately turned to who had scored. Mikel Merino got both goals. Lamine Yamal made the chance for the second with a pass that skipped through France's defensive line in t

The Strait of Malacca, a narrow maritime corridor connecting the Indian Ocean to the South China Sea, has emerged as one of the most critical geopolitical flashpoints in Asia. For China, the waterway represents both an economic lifeline and a strategic vulnerability a predicament Beijing has long referred to as the "Malacca Dilemma." As tensions between India and China continue to shape the Indo-Pacific strategic landscape, analysts increasingly view India's geographical adva

There is a sequence of events that FIFA has not disputed. Folarin Balogun, the United States striker, got sent off with a red card during the game against Bosnia-Herzegovina, in which America won with a score of 2-0, on July 1. Getting a red card meant automatic suspension for one game. As a result, Balogun was going to miss the Round of 16 match against Belgium. On the next day, people inquired if the red card could be appealed, but the officials at FIFA had to say no becaus

It usually begins with a simple intention. You unlock your phone to check one notification, read a single headline, or watch one short video. Minutes turn into hours as your thumb continues to scroll through a seemingly endless stream of breaking news, economic uncertainty, climate disasters, political debates, and carefully curated snapshots of other people's lives. Before you realise it, you feel mentally exhausted even though you've barely moved. This habit has a name: doo

There was a time when rest was considered essential. Today, it often feels like something that must be earned. For many young people, taking a break is no longer a simple act of self-care. Instead, it is accompanied by an uncomfortable sense of guilt the feeling that every moment spent resting is a moment that could have been used to study harder, learn another skill, apply for another internship, or move one step closer to success. Somewhere along the way, productivity stopp

The teams that made it to the final four in the 2026 World Cup had one thing in common: their best players didn't always start. It was a lesson learned the hard way. At some point during the 2026 World Cup knockout rounds, something funny happened to the sport. Goals from substitutes. Matches turned by players who began the game on the bench. Teams that looked ordinary for 60 minutes and dangerous for the final 30. The pattern kept repeating, and by the time the semi-finals