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Bats and Hawkmoths: The Night Pollinators Behind Mahua, Semal and Banana

Mahua trees drop their flowers by morning, Semal blooms open in February darkness, and banana flowers hang heavy through the night, and almost nobody notices who is actually doing the work. The pollinators keeping these plants productive are not the ones on any school poster. They fly after midnight, navigate…

Times Life · 23h ago

School Holiday October 28: Are schools closed in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and other states due to Cyclone Arnab? Check state-wise updates

School holiday due to cyclone Arnab: Odisha and Andhra Pradesh have closed schools and Anganwadi centres in multiple districts due to Cyclone Arnab. The cyclone is predicted to bring heavy rain and strong winds starting October 27. Rains are anticipated in Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand as the storm approaches the coast.…

The Economic Times · Oct 27

Weather today: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana receive heavy rainfall alert as Cyclone Arnab intensifies; check latest IMD update

Weather today, 27 October: IMD has warned of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across several states as Cyclone Arnab intensifies over the Bay of Bengal. Andhra Pradesh and Yanam face red alerts, with winds potentially reaching 140 kmph. Odisha and Telangana are also forecast to receive intense rainfall, while Delhi-NCR…

The Economic Times · Oct 27

Bastar Dussehra Runs 75 Days: Which Week to Actually Travel For

Not the Dussehra You Think You KnowBastar Dussehra shares a name with the north Indian festival and almost nothing else. Ravana does not burn here. The central figure is Danteshwari, the presiding deity of the Bastar kingdom, and the festival is a state occasion of the former Bastar royal house…

Times Life · Oct 20

Reports of sale false and misleading, says Bhilai Steel Plant amid Congress alleging Adani visit

Bhilai Steel Plant, a unit of SAIL, has dismissed privatization rumors as false and misleading. The Ministry of Steel and PIB Fact Check confirmed that these reports are untrue. Allegations were made by Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel regarding a potential Adani Group visit to the plant. Concerns among employees and…

The Economic Times · Oct 18

The no-go zones for Christians in India where families are being banished – even in death

Amid rising reports of persecution against religious minorities in India, Namita Singh speaks to Christians in Chhattisgarh who say they were made to exhume loved ones and bury them outside their village

The Independent UK · Oct 18

3,500 Jobs for Chhattisgarh: Bhoomipoojan of Yash Fans Plant in Nava Raipur, in the Presence of CM Vishnu Deo Sai

Yash Fans is investing ₹152.74 crore to establish the first consumer electronics manufacturing plant in Chhattisgarh. The new facility will create approximately 3,500 jobs for local residents, supporting families across the state. This plant will manufacture products for notable brands like Crompton and Havells, enhancing local industry. The Chief Minister…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

How Geckos, Turtles and Monitor Lizards Are Smuggled Out of India

The Animals Most TargetedIndia's three most trafficked reptiles each have a different reason for their value. The Indian star tortoise (Geochelone elegans) is prized in the exotic pet trade across Southeast Asia, Europe and the United States for its geometric shell patterning. The tokay gecko (Gekko gecko), found across northeastern…

Times Life · Oct 17

Andhra, Saurashtra, Punjab take three points after draws in Ranji Trophy

Andhra secured three points after a strong first-innings performance against Karnataka in their drawn match. Saurashtra also earned three points by taking a first-innings lead over Chhattisgarh in their encounter. Punjab gained three points while Assam managed to secure one point in their drawn match. Karun Nair notably scored 155…

The Economic Times · Oct 14

Shyam Metalics invests in coal block bidder to boost raw material security

Shyam Metalics Group has secured strategic mining rights for the Phutamura coal block in Chhattisgarh. The investment in Alom Solar Private Limited aims to ensure a stable, long-term and cost-effective coal supply for its captive power generation and steel manufacturing operations. The investment also underscores the group's focus on sustainable…

The Economic Times · Oct 13