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The sun has now reached its "solar maximum period" in this solar cycle because of which there have been increased sunspots and solar activity in the star. NASA’s Space Weather Programme head Jamie Favors said that solar maximum is a time when increased sunspots and solar activity are likely to have implications on the everyday lives of humans on Earth.

Just hours after Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu rejected the idea of a ceasefire in Lebanon the Israeli military launched strikes in South Beirut. Several explosions were heard in the capital and fumes of black smoke could be seen bellowing between buildings. Watch in for more details!

'Catastrophe Bonds' seem like a smart way to combat the impact of climate change. However, they may not be helpful to vulnerable countries in the event of a calamity. Take a look at this next report based on Bloomberg green's investigation...

Chennai rain updates: Heavy rains wreaked havoc in Chennai and other parts of Tamil Nadu on Tuesday (Oct 16). The residential neighbourhood of the city was brought to a standstill, including the house of Indian film star Rajnikanth.

Hezbollah's Deputy Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem Oct 15 that...the group has the right to attack anywhere in Israel since Israel targeted all of Lebanon. Watch in for more details!

In case of an attack by China on Taiwan's internet, the island nation will still be online, thanks to a satellite internet service it has developed. It is similar to Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet, which Taiwan had negotiated for before talks fell through.

The World Bank has raised alarms on the dim economic outlook for Pacific economies. Growth across the Pacific islands is projected to slow to 3.6% in 2024, a significant decline from 5.8% in 2023.

Indian government on October 15, said it will allot spectrum for satellite broadband administratively and not via auction, hours after Elon Musk criticized the auction route being sought by rival billionaire Mukesh Ambani as "unprecedented" according to a detailed report by Reuters.

India's External Affairs Minister is in Islamabad as Pakistan hosts the their 23rd SCO Summit. It is the first time in nearly a decade that an Indian Foreign Minister has traveled to Pakistan even as the ties remain tense between the two neighbors. Watch to know more.

India's External Affairs Minister is in Islamabad as Pakistan hosts the their 23rd SCO Summit. It is the first time in nearly a decade that an Indian Foreign Minister has traveled to Pakistan even as the ties remain tense between the two neighbors. Watch to know more.

Nearly three million people have fled Sudan after 18 months of war in a still-growing exodus, the UN warned, with 25,000 fleeing to neighbouring Chad in the first week of October alone.

Nature has always been our ally in fighting climate change....Our oceans, forests, and soils, the planet's natural carbon sinks have absorbed about half of all human carbon emissions to maintain earth's equilibrium.....Watch this report for more details!

Indian shoppers flock to Dubai for gold due to lower prices, tax advantages, and a wider variety of designs compared to India. Dubai’s reputation for high-quality gold, along with a tax-free shopping experience, makes it a popular destination for gold buyers from India, especially during festivals and wedding seasons.

Incessant rainfall has led to waterlogging in several parts of south India, with the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu severely impacted... Roads are under knee-deep water and public transport services have been affected.

It was a night of flashy gowns and sarees at the 2024 edition of the All That Glitters Diwali Ball which has now become a thing in Hollywood circles. Held annually, founded by Anjula Acharia (socialite-entrepreneur), the Diwali Ball this year was held at the famous Pierre Hotel in New York City as people of the South Asian diaspora gathered to celebrate the Festival of Lights with peers.

Cricket Australia (CA) has announced the dates for the 2025-26 Ashes edition, which will be held Down Under. The series will kick off at Perth's Optus Stadium on Nov 21.

When floods ripped through parts of Europe in September,--- The scale of the destruction took people by surprise... These intense rains were predicted by sophisticated forecasting systems enhanced with artificial intelligence... But forewarned did not mean forearmed...

In a landmark decision, the US Department of Transportation (DOT) has imposed a record fine of $4 million on Lufthansa for discriminating against 128 Jewish passengers during a flight incident in May 2022.

Hispanic voters in the US have always favoured Democrats over Republicans. But that may not be the case with the current Democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris.