Crude oil stays above $100: The market impact on India cannot be ignored
Brent crude traded around $101 a barrel and WTI near $96 on Thursday as US-Iran tensions disrupted oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz. On the MCX, September crude futures rose ₹35 to ₹9,134 per barrel, while the Sensex opened flat near 74,810 and Nifty near 23,439. Since India imports most of its crude, sustained high prices can raise import
Striped hyenas help keep India clean, but remain misunderstood
India has an estimated 1,000 to 3,000 striped hyenas, possibly among the largest numbers in any country, yet no official national census exists. Despite full protection under the Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972, conservation remains fragmented, with only regional efforts like Tamil Nadu's Rs 14 lakh allocation and West Bengal awareness drives by the Wildlife Information and Nature Guide Society.
Shoranur train delays to ease: Railways begins 3.40-acre land acquisition for double track
Indian Railways has started acquiring 3.40 acres of land from 43 parties, including Shoranur Municipality, across 49 survey numbers to double the track near Shoranur Junction in Kerala, where about 90 trains pass daily. A new bridge over the Bharathapuzha is under construction, and the project aims to end the detention of trains on the single-line stretches towards Thrissur and
CBSE relaxes three-language policy for Class 7, 8, 9; allows two foreign language options
The CBSE has relaxed its three-language policy for current Classes 7, 8 and 9 students who already study two foreign languages, allowing them to continue these along with one Indian language. This follows protests by parents after a May circular required two of three languages to be native Indian, forcing mid-session switches from French, German, Japanese and Spanish.
Seasonal influenza vaccines available in India, ICMR clarifies
The ICMR clarified that seasonal influenza vaccines, including the Northern Hemisphere vaccine, are available in India through leading pharmacies, countering media reports claiming otherwise. Both Northern and Southern Hemisphere vaccines work against the circulating H1N1 strain, and vaccination is advised for vulnerable groups like the elderly, pregnant women and immunocompromised individuals.
Looks like a flight’s business class, but it’s a KSRTC bus: Watch Kerala’s luxury ride
Kerala State Road Transport Corporation launched a premium Volvo AC bus service between Thiruvananthapuram and Ernakulam, covering Kollam and Alappuzha. The bus has 36 reclining seats, entertainment screens, free Wi-Fi, USB charging, an onboard restroom and a pantry, with fares reported at ₹505. It matters because this state-run service offers flight-like comfort at a fraction of air travel cost, testing
How scientists are using menstrual blood to treat osteoarthritis
Researchers are studying menstrual blood, which contains immune cells, endometrial tissue, proteins and genetic fragments, as a source for non-invasive diagnostics and regenerative medicine, including cervical cancer screening and cartilage repair for osteoarthritis. This matters because it could allow earlier disease detection while reducing the need for invasive clinical procedures.
Not all types of dementia cause memory loss: what happens when it strikes early
Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a group of disorders affecting the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, and it can cause personality changes such as reckless financial decisions, indifference to family, or inappropriate language instead of memory loss. These symptoms are often mistaken for stress, depression, or a midlife crisis, which can delay correct diagnosis when the condition is progressive.
ESA to explore cooperation with ISRO in human space flight, lunar and Venus missions
The European Space Agency will discuss cooperation with ISRO on human spaceflight, lunar and Venus missions at the International Space Summit in Paris starting September 9. A high-level Indian delegation is attending the summit. The talks could expand Europe-India collaboration in space exploration beyond current areas.
Perfect 10 shoot-off victory: Sheetal Devi headlines India’s dominant 15-medal haul at World Archery Para Series 2026
At the World Archery Para Series Stage 3 in Ahmedabad, held 5-9 September, India won 15 medals including four gold. Sheetal Devi took her first individual circuit gold in the women's compound event, beating Kazakhstan's Aizada Seidan in a 144-144 shoot-off, and earlier set a mixed team world record of 1,400 points with Rakesh Kumar.