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Study reveals impact of animals as architects of Earth

Study reveals impact of animals as architects of Earth

By estimating the collective energy of these "natural engineers," the research shows that their geomorphic contributions rival those of hundreds of thousands of major floods

Indian biologist among Time Magazine's 2025 list of 'Women of the Year'

The list of 13 women also includes actor Nicole Kidman and Gisele Pelicot of France who was drugged by her husband and raped by different men and who became a global icon

21 February,2025 11:56 PM IST | New York | PTI

Mt Everest's snow cover receded by 150 mts this winter, satellite images reveal

Analysing NASA satellite images from October 2023 till early January 2025, trends illustrated "a rise in snow line through January in both 2024 and 2025", glaciologist Mauri Pelto, a professor of environmental science at Nichols College, US, wrote in a blog post on February 2

20 February,2025 02:56 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI

Need to reduce burning of plastic in developing nations, say researchers

The team found that many people in developing countries were unable to afford clean fuels and the urban sprawl had made traditional fuels difficult to find, while plastic waste was in abundance

19 February,2025 02:37 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
River water quality improved post-monitoring, but faecal contamination persists

River water quality improved post-monitoring, but faecal contamination persists

The report also highlighted that the river water quality failed to meet the primary water quality standards for bathing concerning Fecal Coliform (FC) at all monitored locations on various occasions

18 February,2025 08:04 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI

The Museum of Solutions launches Grow Lab to help children reconnect with nature

Through hands-on experiences, children can learn about biodiversity, eco-friendly farming, water conservation, and waste management while understanding the vital role of native flora in supporting local wildlife, including birds and bees

18 February,2025 05:38 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Cities at highest risk as climate change increases heatwave mortality: Study

Heatwaves are known to raise several health and economic risks, including increased human mortality, drought and water quality, wildfire and smoke, power shortages, and agricultural losses

18 February,2025 02:25 PM IST | Sydney | IANS

India's green cover absorbed more carbon than it emitted annually: Study

Green vegetation absorbs carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere through photosynthesis and releases it back into the air through respiration

16 February,2025 11:09 AM IST | Mumbai | PTI

Avian influenza: No chicken, eggs to carnivores in Hyderabad zoo as precaution

The zoo authorities used to feed 35 kgs of chicken and about 140 eggs to carnivores, including tigers, lions, panther and jaguars, zoo sources said on Friday

14 February,2025 06:39 PM IST | Hyderabad | PTI

Maha Kumbh: 300 sanitation workers clean the Ganga; set Guinness World Record

The ongoing Maha Kumbh 2025 has witnessed a record-breaking turnout, with an estimated 46 to 47 crore devotees participating in the sacred event so far

14 February,2025 01:58 PM IST | Prayagraj | IANS

Scientists produce first kangaroo embryos through IVF

In-vitro fertilisation (IVF) is being explored around the world for conserving endangered species

07 February,2025 02:56 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI

January 2025 breaks heat records; leaves scientists surprised

Scientists had expected cooler La Nina conditions to finally start quelling a long running heat streak

07 February,2025 09:50 AM IST | Mumbai | AFP
Scientists produce first kangaroo embryos through IVF

Scientists produce first kangaroo embryos through IVF

In-vitro fertilisation (IVF) is being explored around the world for conserving endangered species

07 February,2025 02:56 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI
January 2025 breaks heat records; leaves scientists surprised

January 2025 breaks heat records; leaves scientists surprised

Scientists had expected cooler La Nina conditions to finally start quelling a long running heat streak

07 February,2025 09:50 AM IST | Mumbai | AFP
Here's how microbes help detoxify the atmosphere, according to a study

Here's how microbes help detoxify the atmosphere, according to a study

Microbes consume carbon monoxide (CO) present in the atmosphere by using a special enzyme, called the CO dehydrogenase

30 January,2025 02:19 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Ocean surface warming four times faster in last four decades: Study

Ocean surface warming four times faster in last four decades: Study

The study noted that about 44 per cent of the record warmth was attributable to the oceans absorbing heat at an accelerating rate

28 January,2025 04:07 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
WEF 2025: 25 countries join the fight against plastic pollution, climate change

WEF 2025: 25 countries join the fight against plastic pollution, climate change

About 6 million tonnes of plastic waste enters oceans each year and over twice that amount pollutes land, mismanaged plastic waste is severely disrupting ecosystems

25 January,2025 11:47 AM IST | Davos | IANS

IN PHOTOS | Climate change: Glacier melt accelerating globally, warn scientists

Ice loss from the world's glaciers has accelerated over the past decade, scientists said, warning that melting may be faster than previously expected in the coming years and drive sea levels higher. (Report: AFP)

24 February,2025 09:53 AM IST | Raaina Jain
Three in every four animal bites in India due to dogs: Study

Three in every four animal bites in India due to dogs: Study

Over 78,800 households involving 3,37,808 individuals were interviewed about animal bites in the family, anti-rabies vaccination and deaths due to animal bite

25 January,2025 11:21 AM IST | Mumbai | PTI

Conservation efforts undertaken for river Ganga displayed at Mahakumbh 2025

Conservation efforts undertaken for river Ganga displayed at Mahakumbh 2025

The Namami Gange Pavilion is spreading awareness about the cleanliness and conservation efforts undertaken by the government for river Ganga

24 January,2025 12:51 PM IST | Prayagraj | mid-day online correspondent

Army veterans to cycle over 1,000 km to Maha Kumbh for plastic-free Ganga

Army veterans to cycle over 1,000 km to Maha Kumbh for plastic-free Ganga

Under the Atulya Ganga Abhiyan, the Army veterans will cover 1,150 km in 11 days by bicycle via Devprayag, Rishikesh, Narora and Kanpur

22 January,2025 10:35 AM IST | Uttarkashi

Trump signs executive order to withdraw from Paris Climate Change Agreement

Trump signs executive order to withdraw from Paris Climate Change Agreement

Notably, Trump had withdrawn from the Paris Agreement immediately after his first inauguration in January 2017. Joe Biden reversed that decision later

21 January,2025 10:28 AM IST | Washington | PTI

Indian Rock Python rescued in Ratnagiri after getting entangled in a fishing net

    Indian Rock Python rescued in Ratnagiri after getting entangled in a fishing net

    An Indian Rock Python was rescued after getting entangled in a fishing net near Velas Danda Wadi, Ratnagiri. Thanks to the swift efforts of wildlife enthusiasts Mohan Upadhye, Devendra Bhagat, Vighnesh Wani, and Bhushan Patil, it was safely released back into the wild.

    27 September,2024 02:33 PM IST
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