BIZARRE: 5 | Mind Blowing Facts

The Indian Skimmer Is One of India's Most Endangered River Birds, Only the Chambal Can Save It

A bill built for one thing, and one thing onlyThe Indian Skimmer (Rynchops albicollis) has a lower mandible that is measurably longer than its upper one, a trait so rare among birds globally that only three skimmer species in the world share it. It flies low over calm water, lower…

Times Life · Aug 6

Weather tomorrow August 5: Is your state on IMD’s heavy rain alert list? Check forecast here

Weather tomorrow: On August 5, Assam and Meghalaya are bracing for heavy to very heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, northern regions, including Delhi and Punjab, will experience widespread rain accompanied by thunderstorms. Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand can expect broad rainfall patterns, along with isolated heavy showers. Central India, particularly Madhya Pradesh, is…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

People fed up of BJP, just the beginning: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi on bypoll results

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi stated that bypoll defeats in Bihar and Madhya Pradesh indicate public weariness. The BJP lost seats in Bihar's Bankipur and Madhya Pradesh's Datia assembly constituencies. However, the BJP successfully retained its Manjalpur seat in Gujarat's Vadodara district. These results suggest a shift in public sentiment across…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

Congress retains Madhya Pradesh's Datia seat, defeats BJP by over 6,000 votes in key bypoll

Congress candidate Ghanshyam Singh won the Datia Assembly by-election by 6,016 votes. He secured 66,757 votes after all counting rounds concluded. The by-election was held after the disqualification of the sitting Congress MLA. The BJP fielded Ashutosh Tiwari, which reportedly caused internal party differences. This victory is seen as a…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Indian Paradise Flycatcher: The White Phantom of Forests and What Its Disappearance Means for Wildlife

A Bird Built Like No OtherThe male Indian paradise flycatcher (Terpsiphone paradisi) carries tail feathers that can stretch up to 24 centimetres beyond its body, nearly three times its own torso length. In breeding plumage, the male shifts from a chestnut-and-black form to a white phase so complete it looks…

Times Life · Aug 3

Why Even Ravana Feared Lord Rama's Ancestor

When people think about Lord Rama's ancestors, King Dasharatha is often the first name that comes to mind. But centuries before Lord Rama's birth, the Suryavansha dynasty was blessed with a king whose story is unlike any other in Hindu tradition. According to ancient scriptures, this king miraculously conceived and…

MyLifeXP · Aug 3

Datia election result 2026: In BJP's Ashutosh Tiwari vs Congress' Ghanshyam Singh contest, who is winning?

Vote counting for the Datia Assembly by-election in Madhya Pradesh commenced on Monday. This bypoll became necessary after former MLA Rajendra Bharti faced disqualification. The main contest is expected between BJP candidate Ashutosh Tiwari and Congress nominee Ghanshyam Singh. A total of twenty-one candidates are participating in this significant electoral…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Drugs cause ruin, liquor banned in 19 religious towns of MP: CM Mohan Yadav after launch of nationwide drive

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav highlighted substance abuse as a root cause of social ruin. His government has enforced prohibition in nineteen religious towns across the state. Awareness campaigns against substance abuse are being carried out in villages and urban neighborhoods. Strict action is being taken against those involved…

The Economic Times · Aug 2

Why Crocodiles Are India's Most Ancient Survivors of Every Mass Extinction on Earth

Five Extinctions, Zero RedesignsThe asteroid that ended the dinosaurs 66 million years ago killed roughly 75 percent of all species on Earth. Crocodilians watched it happen and kept going. They had already survived the Permian extinction 252 million years ago, the worst die-off in Earth's history, which erased an estimated…

Times Life · Aug 2

Centre releases additional Rs 1,09,019 crore tax devolution to states to boost capital spending

The Union government released an additional Rs 1,09,019 crore tax devolution on August 1, 2026. This amount is separate from the scheduled monthly devolution for August. The move aims to strengthen state finances and boost developmental expenditure. Uttar Pradesh received the largest share of this additional fund. Other states like…

The Economic Times · Aug 1