January 22, 2026

CSIR-CFTRI inks 94 tech transfer deals with Kudumbashree to boost women-led food enterprises

CSIR-CFTRI and Kudumbashree join hands with 94 tech transfer agreements. Nearly 50 food technologies are live, empowering women entrepreneurs and tapping global markets like the Gulf.

January 22, 2026

Climate Change Made January’s Australian Heatwave 5 Times More Likely, Study Finds

A recent heatwave in Australia, hitting over 40C in cities like Melbourne and Sydney, was five times more likely due to human-caused climate change, says a new scientific report. The heat intensified bushfires in Victoria, burning 400,000 hectares and destroying nearly 900 buildings. Experts warn such extreme heat events will become more common as the planet warms.

January 22, 2026

Nearly 200 Arrested in Cross-Border Crackdown on Illegal Gold Mining in the Amazon

Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname police arrested nearly 200 people in a joint operation fighting illegal gold mining in the Amazon. The sweep seized gold, mercury, firearms, and cash, exposing links to organised crime and environmental harm.

January 22, 2026

Mudumalai Tiger Reserve Prepares 700 Km Fire Lines to Combat Summer Fires

Mudumalai Tiger Reserve is gearing up for a tough fire season with 700 km of fire lines being set up and controlled burns planned to protect the forest and wildlife.

January 22, 2026

Bengaluru Development Authority Turns 50: Shaping City’s Housing Since 1976

The Bengaluru Development Authority (BDA) marks its 50th year this 2026. Since 1976, it has played a major role in housing and urban planning across Bengaluru, developing iconic neighborhoods like Jayanagar and Indiranagar. Despite past successes, recent court issues highlight challenges with land denotifications and unmet housing commitments.