Cinematic tribute on the 100th anniversary of the First World War

~5^th Jagran Film Festival, Mumbai to celebrate the 100^th anniversary of the First World War~

​The year 2014 marks...

India's double challenge

While climate change is increasing the frequency of extreme weather events, traditional system of flood management through lakes and connected water channels has been forgo...

Jammu and Kashmir was unprepared for flood fury

State did not have forecasting system or a disaster management plan in place The devastating floods in Jammu and Kashmir that has so far claimed 150 lives and displaced hun...

Heavy rain hits normal life in Odisha

The state has been witnessing heavy rainfall for the past two days due to the impact of a low pressure area formed over the Bay of Bengal, an official with the Bhubaneswar ...

Zendaya Named As Trick-Or-Treat For UNICEF Spokesperson

Actress, platinum recording artist and author Zendaya, this year’s Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF spokesperson, is asking kids in the U.S. to make a difference in the live...

Even if you build a toilet, they may not come: water expert

Bangladesh and India have long tried to stop people from defecating in outdoor public places – a practice that spreads fatal diseases – but Bangladesh has had m...

Radio show raises climate change awareness

In less time than it takes to brush your teeth, a new radio series out of the Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies is spreading climate change awareness. The...

Kenny Loggins Performs At Prostate Cancer Foundation Gala

The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating the world’s most promising cancer research, hosted a special evening – ...

Climate change led to the fall of great civilisations

Scientists probe ancient barley to understand the impact of climate on early farming societies Civilisations thrived only when there was proper rain and water was available...