China’s space probe Chang’e-5 brings back 1,731 grams of samples from the moon
The samples were transferred to the research teams, who will carry out the storage, analysis and research of the China's first samples collected from the extra-terrestrial object.
31 species extinct, all freshwater dolphins threatened — IUCN releases updated Red List
In the Red List of Threatened Species released this month, 35,765 species are threatened with extinction, but there are some success stories as well.
ISRO set to launch satellite CMS-01 tomorrow, improve telecom coverage for Indian islands
CMS-01 will be India’s 42nd communication satellite to be placed into orbit and will provide improved telecom services for Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep.
The 6 pests coming to eat our crops, thanks to climate change
Climate change is opening up new habitats to old pests, transforming them from a mere nuisance into a growing menace.
There is a ‘natural aerosol factory’ in the Himalayas and it affects climate, study finds
The study has shown that a large quantity of natural aerosols are transported by winds and pumped into the upper troposphere at the Himalayas.
Aerospace scientist Roddam Narasimha, ‘an authority on fluid dynamics’, dies at 87
Roddam Narasimha's contributions to the aerospace sector of the country are unparalleled and he is best known for his work on fluid dynamics.
New research shows UV-emitting LED lights could kill novel coronavirus
Scientists say UV bulbs can be installed in ACs, vacuum, and water systems, and efficiently disinfect large surfaces and spaces.
Celestial fireworks tonight as Geminids meteor shower set to peak
The meteor shower is intensifying every year, and is best viewed between 2 am and 3 am.
China’s Covid vaccines are already being distributed. But what about trials?
China is developing at least five Covid vaccines from four producers. It’s too early to say if they are safe.
Yale study finds why large mammals like elephants, tigers still exist in India
First of its kind study finds that rate of extinction of animals weighing over 50 kg over the past 30,000 years is lowest in India, & points to co-evolution of humans and mammals.