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China surpasses US in research spending - the consequences extend far beyond scientific ranking and clout

India, April 28 -- China has overtaken US in research and development spending, crossing the $1 trillion mark. Country is leading in top-cited papers, publications and patents. Real risk is US disin... Read More


Donkeys are a symbol of endurance for Palestinians - they are also a target of settler violence and care

India, April 28 -- In the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, donkeys embody both Palestinian endurance and acute vulnerability. Once symbols of humility and redemption, they are now targets of settler vio... Read More


As UAE exits OPEC, World Bank warns West Asia war may trigger biggest energy price surge in 4 years

India, April 28 -- The World Bank on April 28, 2026, warned that the US-Israel war with Iran is set to trigger the largest global energy price surge since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, even as th... Read More


Fossil fuel companies projected to earn almost $3,000 a second in 2026 while families struggle to afford energy bills worldwide

India, April 28 -- Six of the biggest fossil fuel companies are projected to earn $2,967 a second in profits in 2026, according to new research by non-profit Oxfam, even as the first global conference... Read More


Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (April 27, 2026)

India, April 28 -- 17 drains pollute dry seasonal river; 3 MLD STP proposed by June 2027. Radha Soami Satsang Beas: No hill-cutting approval; inadequate muck protection, notices issued. Mines in Odi... Read More


Astronomers spot rare signs of a possible collision between two young planets

India, April 27 -- Astronomers have found rare evidence of a possible collision between two planet-like bodies around a young star about 11,000 light years from Earth. The star, Gaia20ehk or Gaia-GIC... Read More


Top international scientists launch panel to guide global energy transition

India, April 27 -- New global science panel launched to guide countries on phasing out fossil fuels Initiative unveiled at Santa Marta conference with participation from over 56 countries Panel will... Read More


Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (April 24, 2026)

India, April 27 -- West Bengal reports forest cover decline. Rajouri waste dumping persists despite being fined. UPSIDA seeks time to replace Khichra area's stormwater drains. Decrease in forest co... Read More


More than 266 million people face acute food insecurity, conflict main driver

India, April 27 -- More than 266 million people in 47 countries faced high levels of acute food insecurity in 2025. Hunger has nearly doubled in a decade, with famines declared in Gaza and parts of S... Read More


COVID-19 leaves lasting impact on heart attack survival, with deaths rising even a year later, finds research

India, April 27 -- New research from the NACMI registry shows COVID-19 dramatically worsens outcomes for patients suffering a severe STEMI heart attack. North American patients with both conditions w... Read More