India is going to Venus! After its trips to the Moon and Mars, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) wants to discover the mysteries of the hottest planet. Venus is a complex planet due to its dense atmosphere and surface activity. The air pressure on the surface of Venus is extremely high. About 90 times greater than the pressure at sea level on Earth. Several features of Venus make it stand out amongst the other planets of the Solar System. Here's wishing ISRO a successful mission, which is likely to take place in 2025.

India is going to Venus! hottest planet's mysteries will be revealed soon

Shows a 290-million-year-old fossil forest that was found in the state of Parana, southern Brazil, by an investigating team. It is a collection of 164 'lycophytes' (without fruits, flowers, or seeds) of an extinct species, the preservation of whose upright orientation over time is rare.

Discovery of a 290-year-old 'rare' forest with extinct variety of trees, found in Brazil

Tensions rise between Taiwan and China as Taipei sends jets to warn China. China recently entered Taiwan's AIDZ, its largest since late May. What led to this situation?

Tensions rise between Taiwan & China – what led to this situation?

Afghanistan was rocked by earthquakes killing nearly 1,000 people. After the earthquake, the Taliban-led government asked for international support. Countries including South Korea, Pakistan and Japan came forward to help Afghanistan.

Afghanistan earthquake: Countries providing aid after death toll touch 1,000

The discovery was made as a result of the first clear picture of the chemistry beneath the opaque outer atmosphere of the largest planet, according to a study that was published online in the journal of Astronomy and Astrophysics.

Jupiter consumes other planets? What this new research has revealed

Here's looking at how some of the contenders for India's T20 World Cup squad fared in the recently-concluded T20I series, at home, versus Temba Bavuma-led South Africa

How India's T20 World Cup contenders fared in South Africa T20Is

Europe needs to prepare immediately for Russia to turn off all gas exports to the region this winter, as per International Energy Agency. What will happen if Russia turns off Europe’s gas?

What will happen if Russia turns off Europe's gas supply?

A researcher discovered a large stingray discovered in northern Cambodia exceeding 300kg (661 pounds) and 3.9m (13 feet) was the world's "biggest freshwater fish."

World's largest Stingray discovered in Cambodia

Should transgender women be allowed to compete in the female category in sports? The debate over gender identity in sports has heated up after swimming’s international governing body FINA barred the participation of transgenders in the women’s category in a controversial ruling on Monday. FINA is planning to launch a separate 'Open' category for trans-women. Other global sporting bodies like FIFA and World Athletics are also set to review their transgender policies.

Gender bender: Sporting bodies review transgender policies as debate heats up

Globally, GDP is slowing due to supply-chain disruptions, and rising energy costs are driving inflation at a rate that hasn't been seen in decades. The crisis in Ukraine has heightened fears that the world may see something it hasn't seen in decades: stagflation

Stagflation: What is it and why is it a big deal now?

Kaliningrad – a Russian region between two European Union nations Poland and Lithuania – has been caught in a row between Russia and Lithuania. How does the row affect the Russian region?

Why is Kaliningrad at center of row between Russia and Lithuania?

To ensure cleanliness, a Spanish city has decided to fine people for urinating in the sea. This development brings to focus the cleanest bathing waters in Europe. Let’s unravel the list of the nations prepared by the European Commission and the European Environment Agency to help you plan the next trip easily

These countries in Europe have cleanest bathing waters

Several countries, including Canada and India, have announced a ban on the use of single-use plastic. Earlier this year, 124 countries pledged to end plastic pollution in the near future. A recent report said single-use plastics account for 1/3rd of all plastic produced globally.

Different countries and their steps towards banning single-use plastic

Basra, a southern city in Iraq is witnessing blistering heat just a few days into summer. The temperature has already soared to around 45 degrees Celsius. UN ranked Iraq as one of the top five countries most vulnerable to climate change.

‘Summer of hell’: Iraq city’s scorching heat amid vulnerable climate change

Experts in Chile are trying to make edible food using 3D printers and a type of seaweed for children’s consumption. Experts hope that the expensive technology can be used to provide a nutritious diet to people, especially kids.

Experts try to make edible food in Pokémon, animal figures using3D printers

Jiratti Kuttanam, who is facing stage four breast cancer, finds solace in the glass jars of dried cannabis stashed in the cupboard.

Thai cancer patient welcomes Cannabis legislation

Around 800 Syrian are returning to Turkey weekly.

Large number of refugees return home: Turkey

Pixar's latest film, 'Lightyear,' has been banned in some Middle Eastern nations for its LGBTQ content as the globe celebrates Pride Month this June.

These films faced bans in the Middle East for LGBTQ themes

French President Emmanuel Macron lost the majority in the National Assembly after winning his second term as president. Macron will now face domestic challenges as it may become difficult for his party to pass key legislation.

Emmanuel Macron’s domestic challenges rise after losing control of French National Assembly

On Friday, firefighters fought to put out raging flames in numerous districts of Spain.

Spain battles to stop raging wildfire

As large swaths of southern China were pounded by strong storms, causing floods in towns and mudslides in rural regions, leaving inhabitants stranded among swirling flood waters, rescue efforts were underway in some areas.

People trapped in raging China floods

People trapped in raging China floods rescued

Former President Donald Trump sent his condolences to current President Joe Biden, who had fallen off his bicycle earlier in the day.

After Biden's bike crash, Trump wishes him well

After the first flight was canceled at the last minute by the European human rights court, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson stated on Saturday (June 18) that he was confident in the legitimacy of his government's intention to transfer some asylum seekers to Rwanda.

UK's Johnson believes in legality of Rwanda migrant plan

A break-in 50 years ago by Republican operatives at a Washington office led to the historic resignation of US president Richard Nixon. But it reverberated more deeply around the world with the coining of a single term: Watergate. That's the name of a Potomac riverside building as that building lent its name to one of the greatest American political crimes. The suffix 'gate' became the signifier for scandals worldwide.

From Watergate to Partygate: Shorthand for scandal

North Korea announced that it is dealing with an intestinal sickness outbreak adding to the ongoing Covid-19 strain. Experts suggest that the sickness could be typhoid or cholera. North Korea did not reveal the number of patients in the latest sickness.

North Korea’s new outbreak amid ongoing Covid-19 ‘fever’ cases

Pacific security challenges should and can be handled by countries in the region, according to Samoan Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata'afa, who also stated that given China's size, it remains an attractive economic partner.

Samoa PM : Pacific can deal with its own security issues

A new study suggests that most people want $10 million to lead an "ideal life". However, people in the US said they want $100 million for an ideal life with some insisting on $100 billion.

How much money do people need to live an ideal life? Study suggests $10 million

From Sachin Tendulkar to Virender Sehwag, here's a look at the top five Indian batsmen with the most international hundreds.

From Sachin Tendulkar to Virender Sehwag: Most int'l 100s by Indian batters

Summer Exhibition of Royal Academy is set to open on June 21. The theme of this year’s RA Summer Exhibition is ‘Climate’. Over 15,000 works were submitted for the open entry art show but only 1,400 were selected.

Royal Academy Summer Exhibition to open on June 21, ‘Climate’ is this year’s theme

India is changing and so is its job market. Today’s young generation doesn’t want to slog away at work all day. Instead, as work-life balance becomes non-negotiable, more and more people are opting for temporary and flexible jobs. Some are also looking for freelance work based on their area of expertise. This is the gig economy.

How gig economy is helping India in generating employment

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