Science

30 Bird Species Documented in Joram, Arunachal Pradesh

Scientists have recorded 30 distinct bird species in the town of Joram, highlighting the region’s rich avian diversity.

14 Oct 2026

Glowing Bacteria and Microbial Art Highlight Marine Science at NIO Goa’s Foundation Day

The National Institute of Oceanography in Goa showcased glowing bacteria and microbial art during its Foundation Day, drawing public attention to marine research.

14 Oct 2026

New Plant Species Discovered in Nellai Wildlife Sanctuary, Named After Tamil Nadu

Botanists have identified a previously unknown plant in the Nellai Wildlife Sanctuary of Tamil Nadu and have named it after the state.

14 Oct 2026

HSPCB to Study Pollution Sources in Three Haryana Cities with World Bank Funding

The Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) will conduct a study to identify pollution sources in three cities of the state, using funds provided by the World Bank. The initiative aims to inform future pollution control measures.

14 Oct 2026

Andhra Pradesh Researchers Named in Stanford’s World Top 2% Scientists List

Several researchers from Andhra Pradesh have been featured in Stanford University’s annual World’s Top 2% Scientists list. The recognition highlights their significant contribution to global science.

14 Oct 2026

Nobel Prize 2026 Awarded for Optogenetics, Pioneered by Karl Deisseroth and Colleagues

The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to three scientists, including Karl Deisseroth, for groundbreaking work in optogenetics that allows control of brain cells with light.

13 Oct 2026

Himachal Pradesh Boosts Cheer Pheasant Numbers from 11% to 100%

Himachal Pradesh has successfully increased the wild population of the rare Cheer pheasant from a mere 11% to full recovery, according to a report by The Indian Express.

13 Oct 2026

IIT Patna Professors Rank Among World's Top 2% Scientists in 2026 List

Ten faculty members from IIT Patna have been named among the world's top 2% scientists for 2026, according to a list compiled by Stanford University and Elsevier.

13 Oct 2026

28 Cheetahs Dead in Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park Since Project Began

Since the launch of the cheetah reintroduction program in Kuno, 28 individuals have died, including seven this year.

13 Oct 2026

28 Cheetahs Lost in Kuno National Park, 7 This Year, Including 8‑Month‑Old Hope

Since the launch of the cheetah project, Kuno National Park has recorded 28 deaths, including 11 adults and 17 cubs, with seven lost this year alone.

13 Oct 2026

India Cannot Rely on Rescue Alone to Mitigate Disaster Risk

Down To Earth reports that rescue operations alone cannot solve India’s growing disaster risk, urging stronger prevention and preparedness measures.

13 Oct 2026

Eight-month-old cheetah cub dies in Madhya Pradesh’s Kuno National Park

A cheetah cub, about eight months old, belonging to the Namibian female Asha, has died in Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh. The cause of death is yet to be confirmed pending a post‑mortem report.

12 Oct 2026