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Four Major Eclipses of 2026: Know the date, time and visibility across the world
2026 promises four unforgettable eclipses. From fiery rings to blood-red moons, find dates, times and countries to catch every celestial spectacle.
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Can Arctic Ice melt really change India’s monsoon this summer? Here's what study says
New research reveals that melting Arctic sea ice is pushing India’s monsoon rainfall westward, highlighting a powerful climate link between the polar north and South Asia.
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Oldest form of Writing? 40,000-year-old engraved symbols found in Germany suggest writing began in the Ice Age
New analysis of 40,000-year-old carvings discovered in Germany show repeated patterns and structure, hinting that early humans may have developed symbolic recording way earlier.
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Celestial Event Alert: One week left for the next Total Lunar Eclipse; Know the timings and locations
A total lunar eclipse will paint the Moon deep red on 3rd March 2026, creating a stunning Blood Moon visible across multiple continents. Know when and where this night event will be visible for skywatchers.
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A Gentleman in the Wild? A rare grooming moment captured between a Black Vulture and Crested Caracara in Texas
A Black Vulture grooming a juvenile Crested Caracara in Texas reveals rare interspecies behaviour, challenging assumptions about rivalry and surprising scientists, birdwatchers and wildlife experts alike.
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Meet Dobby, not a character from Harry Potter but a "four-eared cat" from Alabama stuns the internet!
Dobby the four-eared kitten is taking the internet by storm. But how can a cat grow extra ears? Scientists explain the rare developmental mutation behind this fascinating feline.
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Project Fishing Cat: Kaziranga National Park records 57 Fishing Cats in its first focused survey
Kaziranga National Park records 57 Fishing Cats in its first focused survey, strengthening its status as a crucial freshwater habitat in India. Kaziranga’s wetlands have become stronghold for one of Asia’s most mysterious small cats.
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Cyclone Horacio intensifies to first category 5 storm of 2026 — Will it affect India? Here's what to know
Cyclone Horacio has become the world’s first Category 5 storm of 2026, intensifying over the South Indian Ocean with 160 mph winds, though it currently poses no threat to India.
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NASA's Chandra X-ray observatory captures young "Sun-like star" blowing bubble for the first time ever!
NASA’s Chandra Observatory captured a young Sun-like star blowing a giant X-ray bubble, revealing for the first time how stellar winds shape planets and space environments.
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Released into the Wild: 5 "critically endangered" vultures were released at Halali Dam wetland in Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister released five critically endangered vultures at Halali Dam wetland, marking a major step for conservation and ecosystem restoration in central India.
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Constellation Taurus shines bright in tonight’s sky — Here’s what makes the ‘Bull’ special
Tonight, look up as the Moon meets the Pleiades in Taurus, a constellation packed with star clusters. Know about scientific significance of the constellation Taurus along with when and where this celestial event will take place.
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Golden glow over Italy: ISS captures dazzling night lights stretching from Naples to the Alps
A stunning night-time image captured by the International Space Station shows Italy glowing from Naples to the Alps, revealing science, geography and human presence in light.
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First Time in India: With ISRO and IN-SPACe, India conducts its "first semi-cryogenic engine" cluster test
India has achieved a major space milestone as Agnikul Cosmos successfully test fired three 3D-printed semi-cryogenic rocket engines together, marking a first for the country’s private space sector.
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Six-Planet Alignment on 28 February: Will India see this "rare sky event" as it approaches in 5 days!
Six distant worlds will briefly share the same evening sky on 28 February. As the rare planetary alignment approaches, skywatchers in India to get ready for a cosmic spectacle and know what makes this celestial event special.
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Why is the Sun so hot? Science explained for kids behind this phenomenon
Why is the Sun so hot? Discover the simple science behind nuclear fusion, the powerful reaction that makes our star shine and keeps Earth warm.
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Great Pyramid of Giza: This 4,500-year-old wonder amazes scientists with perfect "solar halo"| WATCH
A viral video captures an incredible “solar halo” forming above the Great Pyramid of Giza. The 4,500-year-old monument appears to meet a 4.6-billion-year-old star in a breathtaking cosmic alignment, creating a rare celestial spectacle.
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Moon Glides Past the Pleiades: Here’s When, Where and How to watch this stunning sky event on 23 February!
On 23 February, the Moon will appear close to the Pleiades star cluster in a beautiful evening sky conjunction. Visible between 6:00 and 7:00 PM EST, this celestial pairing offers skywatchers a rare chance to see Earth’s nearest neighbour.
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Meet Cocobot – This 11-kilogram robotic device is designed to climb 20-metre palm trees of Kerala
Developed by young engineers in Kerala, Cocobot is a coconut-harvesting robot designed to climb 20-metre palm trees and cut ripe fruit safely from the ground.
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Peacock-like Tail: A rare needlefish with "peacock-like tail" found at Gomti Ghat in Dwarka, leaving internet stunned
A rare needlefish with a striking peacock-like tail has been spotted near Gomti Ghat in Dwarka, drawing both devotional awe and scientific curiosity. Experts say the unusual sighting may reveal fascinating insights into marine biodiversity.
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Two Celestial Event: Mercury at its brightest and Moon close to Saturn — Will India witness this on 19th February?
On 19 February 2026, Mercury reaches its greatest eastern elongation, while the crescent Moon appears close to Saturn, creating a striking evening display visible across India, North America, and Europe.
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Gaganyaan 2026 Update: DRDO and ISRO completed "qualification level load test" of drogue parachute in Chandigarh
India’s ambitious human spaceflight mission has cleared another crucial hurdle. A high-intensity qualification test of the drogue parachute system for the Gaganyaan programme has been successfully carried out in Chandigarh.
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Do Deers have a favourite fragrance? Study finds they choose strong-scented trees
New research reveals deer may deliberately prefer resin-rich trees during the rut. These scented surfaces help carry chemical signals and astonishingly, this may reflect ultraviolet light visible to deer.
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World’s Most Painful Bite: This ant gives most painful bite lasts for 24 hours!
The bullet ant packs a sting so excruciating it feels like being shot. Found in Central and South America, its venom contains potent neurotoxins that overwhelm nerves for up to 24 hours.
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Why cannot humans walk on walls, but some animals do? Know the science behind wall-walking!
Ever wondered why geckos can scamper up walls and humans cannot? The secret lies in physics, biology and evolution. Discover how animals exploit molecular forces to defy gravity and why humans are bound to the ground.
