The University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, has secured the 7th rank in India and the first position in Karnataka in the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework ranking. This recognition under the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework gives UAS Bengaluru stronger visibility among agriculture-focused institutions in India. The latest recognition highlights the university’s role in agricultural educa

The 52nd G7 Summit, convened on the shores of Lake Geneva, demonstrates the West’s recognition of a shifting global order. French President Emmanuel Macron’s strategic outreach list included influential non-members—India, Brazil, Kenya, Egypt, and South Korea—acknowledging that traditional Western powers can no longer navigate economic or security crises alone. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva are now pivotal participants, bridging the Global South

WASHINGTON — Illinois hospital price transparency warnings have been issued to 21 facilities as federal officials intensify enforcement of rules requiring hospitals to publish clear pricing data. The notices are part of a nationwide action involving more than 500 hospitals, The Associated Press reported on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Since April 2026, hospitals have received warning letters or, in more serious cases, requests for corrective action plans. Hospitals that do not

New Illinois laws taking effect July 1 will change driver’s license renewals for older adults, broaden school cyberbullying rules and require permits for some school bus operators. The state will also pause its customary inflation-linked fuel tax increase. The measures take effect on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. While several make technical changes to existing statutes, they could affect drivers, students, families and school transportation providers across Illinois.

Indian Navy specialists removed an unexploded missile warhead from the fuel tank of MT Olympic Life after the tanker reached Kochi, India, following a nearly 2,000-kilometer voyage from waters off Oman. The recovery involved an Explosive Ordnance Disposal team from the Southern Naval Command and was described by India’s Ministry of Defence as a meticulously planned, high-risk operation. Missile Warhead Lodged in MT Olympic Life Fuel Tank

Aerial spraying in American farming Crop dusters, also known as agricultural aircraft, play an important role in American farming, especially across large crop-producing states where fields can stretch for hundreds or thousands of acres. These low-flying planes are commonly used to spray pesticides, herbicides, fungicides and fertilizers over crops such as corn, soybeans, cotton, rice and wheat. Farmers often rely on aerial spraying when a fi

Hollywood Casino Columbus hotel has opened after a more than $100 million investment, giving the casino an on-site lodging option and adding new event space on the city’s West Side. The hotel project, first announced in October 2022, was completed after years of planning and construction. Casino officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the expansion, though the supplied information did not include the full calendar date for the ceremony or first guest check-ins.

New World screwworm in Texas is raising concern among ranchers, veterinarians and pet owners after federal animal-health officials confirmed the parasite’s return in U.S. animals. The threat is serious because New World screwworm larvae can infest living tissue in cattle, pets, wildlife and, less commonly, people. But officials and experts also stress that the United States has defeated this pest before. New World screwworm in Texas: what officials confirmed

Bengaluru Ranked Among World's Best Food Cities In 2026 Bengaluru has added another achievement to its growing global reputation. Known internationally as India's technology hub, the city is now gaining recognition for its thriving culinary landscape. According to Time Out's World's Best Cities for Food 2026 ranking, Bengaluru has secured the 13th position among the top food destinations across the globe.

Kerala health authorities have increased surveillance in Kozhikode after a 43-year-old man tested positive for Nipah virus. Officials have traced contacts, placed high-risk people under quarantine and strengthened public health monitoring in the district. Kozhikode Nipah Alert: Kerala Steps Up Surveillance After New Case Kerala has stepped up health surveillance in Kozhikode after a fresh Nipah virus case was reported in the district. The patient, a 43-year

Iran Condemns U.S. Attack on Indian Commercial Vessel Iran strongly condemned Friday’s, June 11, 2026 attack on a commercial ship near the Strait of Hormuz, which killed at least three Indian nationals. The Iranian Foreign Ministry described the incident as “armed robbery and State piracy” and extended condolences to the families of the deceased sailors.

A Pentagon air quality issue prompted a shelter-in-place order and hazardous materials response on Thursday, June 11, 2026, officials said. The response involved Arlington County Fire and EMS units, including the department’s Hazardous Materials Team, supporting the Pentagon Force Protection Agency’s Hazmat Team during what officials described as a hazardous materials incident. Pentagon Air Quality Issue Triggers Shelter-in-Pl

Trump threatened Iran’s Kharg Island as US-Iran Gulf attacks intensified across oil routes, tankers and military targets, raising new risks for regional security and global energy markets. President Donald Trump said the United States would hit Iran “very hard” and threatened to take Kharg Island, a key hub in Iran’s oil economy, as Washington increased pressure on Tehran to shut down its nuclear program and accept a peace deal. US-Iran Gu

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is becoming harder to manage as false rumours spread through communities and social media. Health teams are already dealing with a deadly virus, but misinformation is now creating another serious challenge. Many families are delaying hospital visits because they fear that medical centres are unsafe or that treatment itself may cause infection. Several misleading claims have circulated

India and Russia are preparing to host the first INNOPROM International Industrial Technology Exhibition in India, marking a fresh push in their expanding economic and industrial partnership. The event is scheduled to take place from September 9 to 11 at Bharat Mandapam Exhibition and Convention Centre in New Delhi, bringing together manufacturers, investors, technology companies, industrial buyers and government representatives. The exhib

Why Cows Chew Their Food Twice: The Stomach That Can Hold More Than an SUV Tank A cow’s rumen capacity is one of nature’s most surprising designs. In an adult cow, this large stomach chamber can hold enough food and liquid to compare with — or even exceed — the fuel tank of many heavy SUVs. But the real story is not just size. It is how cows turn tough grass into energy. Watch our Instagram reel explaining this surprising cow fac

Kerala health authorities have increased precautionary measures in Kozhikode after a 43-year-old man was admitted to hospital with symptoms suspected to be linked to Nipah virus infection. Officials said the case is being treated as a suspected Nipah case until final confirmation comes from the National Institute of Virology in Pune. Health officials are closely monitoring the patient’s contacts and have advised the public to remain alert, follow hygiene precautions and seek medic

Iran Declares Strait of Hormuz Closed Iran’s military command announced on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, that the Strait of Hormuz would be closed to all vessel traffic following recent U.S. airstrikes. The Khatam al Anbiya command stated that any vessel transiting the strategic waterway would be targeted. According to Iranian reports, the navy struck two ships attempting to pass through

Negotiations between India and Russia for the Su-57E fighter jet have reached a critical stage. The agreement envisions a combination of ready-to-fly aircraft and licensed local production at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). A customized two-seater version for India is included, alongside integration of Indian-made systems and local production of Russian aerial weapons. This deal aims to modernize the Indian Air Force and strengthen domestic aerospace capabilities.

Twelve residents were fatally shot during a violent attack at the Jumpers informal settlement near Johannesburg late Tuesday night. Over ten armed assailants stormed the settlement after 11:00 pm, targeting multiple locations before fleeing, highlighting ongoing gun violence challenges in South Africa. Details of the attack Police stated the attackers arrived in vehicles and entered through both