Science

SpaceX Starship Embarks on 14th Flight, First Orbital Launch Today

SpaceX’s Starship rocket completed its 14th flight, marking the first orbital launch of the vehicle, as it lifted off from the Space Launch Complex 40 in Florida.

28 Sep 2026

Tiger cub rescued in Mayurbhanj, Odisha shows steady recovery after vet care

A tiger cub rescued from Mayurbhanj district in Odisha is reported to be steadily recovering following veterinary treatment.

28 Sep 2026

Poompuhar Dive Uncovers Tamil‑West Asian Connections

Archaeologists conducting underwater excavations off the coast of Poompuhar have uncovered artifacts that suggest historic trade links between Tamil Nadu and West Asian civilizations.

28 Sep 2026

Meghalaya Bat and Khasi Craft Projects Win Northeast Conservation Grant

Two projects from Meghalaya — one focused on bat conservation and the other on preserving Khasi craft — have been selected as winners of the Northeast conservation grant.

28 Sep 2026

Gujarat Governor Urges Young Researchers to Approach Physics, Maths, Astronomy Logically

The Governor of Gujarat addressed a gathering of young researchers, urging them to study physics, mathematics, and astronomy through a logical lens, emphasizing the importance of analytical thinking in scientific pursuits.

28 Sep 2026

Mild tremor felt in Palghar, Maharashtra; no injuries reported

A low‑magnitude tremor was recorded in Palghar district of Maharashtra, causing no casualties or damage.

28 Sep 2026

Three Sistan Sand Boas Spotted in Sikar, Marking India's First Record

Three individuals of the Sistan sand boa were discovered in Sikar, Rajasthan, constituting the species' first documented occurrence in India.

27 Sep 2026

Meghalaya Scientist Investigates Climate Stress Impact on Wildlife Behaviour

A researcher from Meghalaya is examining how rising climate stressors may alter the behavior of local wildlife species.

27 Sep 2026

Climate Change Threatens Habitat of Meghalaya's Endangered Tree

Scientists warn that rising temperatures and altered rainfall patterns could shift the suitable habitat for Meghalaya’s critically endangered tree species.

27 Sep 2026

New Miocene Fossil Species 'Vizellopsidites miocenicus' Identified

Scientists have identified a new Miocene-era species, Vizellopsidites miocenicus, offering fresh insights into ancient fauna.

27 Sep 2026

Ancient Odia Inscription Discovered in Odisha

Archaeologists have uncovered an ancient inscription written in the Odia script, offering new insights into the region’s early history.

27 Sep 2026

Three Sistan Sand Boas Spotted in Sikar, Marking India's First Record of the Species

Three individuals of the Sistan sand boa, a species previously unrecorded in India, were discovered in Sikar district of Rajasthan, confirming the species' first presence in the country.

27 Sep 2026