Author: Sharad Natani
In a groundbreaking move to tackle the capital’s persistent air pollution crisis, Delhi is all set to experience its first-ever artificial rainfall through cloud seeding operations scheduled between July 4 and 11, 2025—weather permitting. The initiative, titled “Technology Demonstration and Evaluation of Cloud Seeding as an Alternative for Delhi NCR Pollution Mitigation,” is spearheaded by the Delhi Environment Department in collaboration with IIT Kanpur and IMD Pune. A High-Tech Approach to Pollution Control The project will include five aircraft sorties, each lasting 90 minutes and covering around 100 sq. km in northwest and outer Delhi. Specially equipped aircraft will release…
In a significant rollback, the Maharashtra government has revoked two controversial resolutions (GRs) that had introduced Hindi as a compulsory third language in primary schools. This move comes just ahead of the state’s monsoon legislative session, following fierce political backlash and public protests across the state. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis made the announcement on Sunday, confirming the cancellation of GRs issued on April 16 and June 17, which had made Hindi mandatory—and later optional—for Classes 1 to 5. A new committee headed by educationist Dr. Narendra Jadhav will now review the implementation of the three-language formula. “We don’t want to…
In the heart of India’s wild landscapes—where tigers roam silently, elephants trumpet through dense jungles, and biodiversity thrives—an invisible war is being fought. Not against nature, but for it. Poaching and illegal wildlife trade have long haunted India’s national parks and reserves. But now, forest rangers, scientists, and conservationists are wielding a new weapon: Artificial Intelligence. With real-time alerts, predictive apps, and automated surveillance, India is deploying smart tech to stop poachers in their tracks and predict animal movement before conflict erupts. Here are 5 groundbreaking AI technologies revolutionizing wildlife conservation in India: 1. TrailGuard AI: The Forest’s Silent Sentry…
Travelling by train in India is about to get smarter and smoother. In a move aimed at improving passenger experience and eliminating last-minute chaos, Indian Railways has unveiled major reforms in its Tatkal booking process, reservation charting system, and ticketing infrastructure. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasized the goal of making the system “smart, transparent, and passenger-friendly” while ensuring convenience and speed at every step. Key Changes You Should Know Reservation Charts Will Be Prepared Earlier Currently prepared 4 hours before departure, the new system will prep charts 8 hours prior. For morning trains (before 2 PM), charting will be done…
In the dense, untamed wilderness of Uttar Pradesh’s tiger country, one woman walks with courage, compassion, and conviction. Khushboo Upadhyay, a name now synonymous with fearless forest protection, has become a living legend—rescuing 18 leopards and transforming human-wildlife conflict zones into safe havens for both. Nicknamed “The Tiger Woman”, this 2017-batch officer of the UP PCS has emerged as a beacon of hope—not only for the animals she saves but for countless young women daring to dream of serving in India’s toughest terrains. From Ayodhya’s Alleys to the Wilds of Amangarh Born in the sacred city of Ayodhya, Khushboo began…
The sacred town of Puri transformed into a sea of devotion today as Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025 began with unmatched fervor and faith. Over a million devotees from across India and abroad gathered to witness one of the world’s largest and oldest religious processions, celebrating the divine journey of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra. A Journey of Faith and Liberation Held annually on the Dwitiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashadh, the Rath Yatra marks the ceremonial outing of the deities from the Jagannath Temple to the Gundicha Temple, their maternal home. Devotees believe that…