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IN PHOTOS: World’s largest coral discovered near Soloman Islands, claim scientists

Scientists say they have found the world's largest coral near the Pacific's Solomon Islands, announcing Thursday a major discovery "pulsing with life and colour". (Report: AFP)

15 November,2024 11:27 AM IST | Raaina Jain
Flamingos at the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary

IN PHOTOS: Here are four places to spot flamingos in Mumbai this season

With flamingo-spotting season returning soon, here’s our list of locations around Mumbai and guided tours to sign up for. (Story by Kanisha Softa)

08 November,2024 12:12 PM IST | Jyoti Shukla
Vehicles move amid air pollution in New Delhi (Pic: PTI)

IN PHOTOS | Delhi battles air pollution as air quality remains 'very poor'

Delhi's air quality remained 'very poor' on Thursday as per latest available data. The air quality index was 336 at 7:30 AM according to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data. As Diwali 2024 approaches, the city is struggling with smog and air pollution. (Pics: PTI/AFP)

24 October,2024 01:37 PM IST | Raaina Jain
Ratan Tata not only took care of the dogs in his home but also outside and even started a hospital for them. Photo Courtesy: Official Instagram account of Ratan Tata

IN PHOTOS: A glimpse of Ratan Tata's never-ending love for dogs

Indian industrialist Ratan Tata was not only known for his business acumen but also for many other things in his life of 86 years. One of the many was his love for dogs and stray animals. As Tata passes away, here is a look at his love for dogs not only inside but also outside his home and his constant effort to care for them

10 October,2024 02:15 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Human activity can disturb wildlife ecosystems

IN PHOTOS: This art initiative in Mumbai showcases how human activity affects wildlife

A new public art initiative in Mumbai aims to raise awareness about the broader environmental consequences of modern life, from pollution to wildlife habitat destruction. This art project by Vantara features three wildlife-inspired sculptures displayed across key locations in Mumbai, each portraying the challenges animals face due to human activity.

04 October,2024 05:22 PM IST | Raaina Jain
Elephants bathe in a river, near an elephant orphanage in Pinnawala, Sri Lanka. Pic/PTI

World Elephant Day: 5 lesser-known facts about elephants

On World Elephant Day, Every year August 12, is celebrated as World Elephant Day across the globe to reaffirm mankind's collective pledge to conserve one of the most iconic species on the planet. This year's theme is personifying prehistoric beauty, theological relevance and environmental importance

12 August,2024 02:43 PM IST | Social Media
A zunzuncito hummingbird (Mellisuga helenae) perches on the branch of a bush in the Hummingbird's House (Pic: AFP)

IN PHOTOS: World’s tiniest bird finds haven in Cuba

The wings of the world's tiniest birds are a near-invisible blur as they whizz around tourists visiting a private Cuban garden that has become a haven for the declining species. The bee hummingbird, which measures just five to six centimeters (two inches) long, is only found in Cuba. Its losses have been huge, with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) saying it has disappeared from many areas due to deforestation.  (Report and Images: AFP)

13 July,2024 02:22 PM IST | Raaina Jain
Boats sit in a marina ahead of the arrival of Beryl in Texas (Photo Courtesy: AFP)

IN PHOTOS: Hurricane Beryl approaches Texas after causing damage, but no deaths in Mexico

Parts of coastal Texas were evacuated due to warnings of flooding and power outages as the southern US state braces for the Monday arrival of Beryl, which is threatening to make landfall as a hurricane.  (Source and Images: AFP)

08 July,2024 12:43 PM IST | Raaina Jain
Two hours before the Indian cricket team's victory parade at Marine Drive, the local authorities are seen cutting the trees to make way for the bus. Photo Courtesy: Sameer Abdedi/Mid-day

IN PHOTOS: Trees being cut ahead of Indian cricket team's victory parade in Mumbai at Marine Drive

The Indian cricket team has returned to much fanfare after winning the T20 Cricket World Cup in Barbados on June 29. While they landed in Delhi earlier today, they are now in Mumbai where the victory parade is set to take place 5 pm onwards. Ahead of the roadshow, the local authorities are busy cutting the trees to make way for the victory bus

04 July,2024 03:36 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Smoke rises during a wildfire in Keratea, near Athens, Greece

IN PHOTOS: Greece faces tough wildfire season, battles series of forest fires around capital Athens

Greece, a tourist hotspot, is facing a tough wildfire season after its warmest winter and earliest heatwave on record, with temperatures hitting 44°C (111°F) in June. Forest fires that raged in the outer suburbs of Athens over the weekend have been brought under control. Fanned by strong winds of up to 70 kilometres per hour and dry conditions, two fires had broken out on Sunday in the seaside resort of Keratea, east of the capital, and the suburb Stamata. (Source and Images: AFP)

01 July,2024 08:16 PM IST | Raaina Jain
Here are five plants which help to cool interiors. Photo Courtesy: iStock

Five houseplants that keep home interiors cool in summer

Plants not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of your home but also contribute to a cooler and healthier indoor environment through their natural processes of transpiration and air purification

25 May,2024 01:13 PM IST | Editor
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