Science

First Ever Sightings: Four Asiatic Lions Capture Gujarat Mangroves in Camera‑Trap Footage

Researchers using camera traps have captured 45 images of four Asiatic lions in Gujarat’s mangrove forests, marking the first documented presence of the species in the region.

09 Aug 2026

Ice Age Bird Figurines Found

Archaeologists have discovered Ice Age bird figurines in a German cave. The findings are significant and provide insights into the lives of early humans.

09 Aug 2026

Nashik Sees 4.3‑Magnitude Earthquake, No Damage Reported

A 4.3‑magnitude tremor struck Nashik district in Maharashtra, but authorities report no structural damage or casualties.

09 Aug 2026

Ancient Rock Art Found

Ancient rock art has been discovered in the jungles of Madhya Pradesh, revealing a glimpse into the lives of people centuries ago. The findings are expected to uncover many secrets of the past.

08 Aug 2026

Assam Leads Global First: Soft Release of Captive-Bred Vultures into Wild

Assam has become the first place in the world to conduct a soft release of captive-bred vultures back into the wild, marking a significant milestone in wildlife conservation.

08 Aug 2026

Glaw Lake Becomes India’s 101st Ramsar Wetland

Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh has been declared India’s 101st Ramsar Site, recognizing its ecological importance as a wetland of international significance.

08 Aug 2026

India to Witness Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse on March 3, 2026

A total lunar eclipse, popularly known as the Blood Moon, will be visible across India on March 3, 2026, with specific timings and auspicious periods to be announced.

07 Aug 2026

New Begonia Species Discovered in Arunachal, Named After Nyishi Tribe’s Neelam Clan

Scientists have identified a new begonia species in Arunachal Pradesh, honouring the Nyishi tribe’s Neelam clan with the plant’s name.

07 Aug 2026

Ancient DNA from Uttarakhand Lake Sediments Reveals Early Human Settlement in Himalayas

Scientists have extracted ancient DNA from lake sediments in Uttarakhand, indicating that humans reached the Himalayas much earlier than previously thought.

07 Aug 2026

Mysterious Waves in Morbi Water Well Confound Experts

In Morbi, Gujarat, a water well has been exhibiting unexplained waves, baffling locals and scientists alike. Experts suggest air pressure variations and groundwater recharge cycles as possible causes.

07 Aug 2026

Indian Scientific Consortium Formed by Leading Research Bodies

A new consortium of scientific organizations has been announced, bringing together leading research bodies to collaborate on scientific initiatives.

07 Aug 2026

DNA from Uttarakhand lake sediments pushes back human arrival in Himalayas

New genetic analysis of sediment cores from a lake in Uttarakhand reveals that humans inhabited the Himalayan region earlier than the previously accepted timeline.

07 Aug 2026