Science

IUST's J&K Science Congress Conducts Plenary Lectures and Technical Sessions on Day Two

The second day of the Indian University of Science and Technology's Jammu & Kashmir Science Congress featured plenary lectures and a series of technical sessions, drawing researchers and students from across the region.

01 Oct 2026

India launches its first orbital computing satellite from Sriharikota

India successfully placed its inaugural orbital computing satellite into space today, marking a milestone in indigenous space‑based data processing.

01 Oct 2026

3.5‑Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Vijayapura District, Karnataka

A mild 3.5‑magnitude earthquake struck Vijayapura district in Karnataka, causing tremors across the area.

30 Sep 2026

West Bengal starts first tiger relocation from Bihar to Buxa, tourism paused 4 days

The West Bengal forest department has begun its inaugural tiger relocation, moving animals from Bihar to Buxa Tiger Reserve, and has imposed a four‑day ban on tourist entry to the area.

30 Sep 2026

India's Freshwater Resources: Assessing Their Security

The Indian Express releases a knowledge nugget questioning the security of India’s freshwater resources, prompting a closer look at water availability across the nation.

30 Sep 2026

Science City Dehradun Receives Additional ₹14 Crore from Centre

The central government has approved an extra ₹14 crore for Science City Dehradun to expand its research and outreach programmes.

30 Sep 2026

First Indian Discovery of Hermaphrodite Common Carp in Tehri Dam Reservoir

Scientists have identified hermaphroditic common carp in the Tehri Dam reservoir, marking the first such finding in India.

30 Sep 2026

Mild tremor felt in parts of Karnataka's Vijayapura district

A low‑intensity tremor was reported in several locations across Vijayapura district, Karnataka, with no immediate reports of damage.

30 Sep 2026

Ancient Song Survives 3,400 Years: A Remarkable Cultural Treasure

Researchers have uncovered an ancient song that has endured for 3,400 years, offering a rare glimpse into early musical traditions.

30 Sep 2026

GITAM Scientist Samples Arctic Waters in Svalbard to Trace Organic Pollutants

Researcher Manoj Panayamthatta Rayaroth collected fjord and glacier meltwater in Svalbard during the Indian Arctic Expedition 2026‑27 to examine how organic pollutants evolve in ice and enter the ocean.

30 Sep 2026

PWD Hands Over 30 Core Samples from Porvorim Project for Climate Research

The Public Works Department has transferred 30 core samples collected from the Porvorim project to researchers for climate research. The samples will be used to study environmental changes in the region.

30 Sep 2026

Uttarakhand to Deploy First Glacial Lake Early‑Warning System in Chamoli

The state government of Uttarakhand has announced plans to set up its inaugural glacial lake warning system in Chamoli district.

30 Sep 2026