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Shubhanshu Shukla shares fascinating video of 'white nights' in space posing unique challenges for astronauts

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Shubhanshu Shukla shares fascinating video of 'white nights' in space posing unique challenges for astronauts

Recently, astronauts arrived at the station during a high beta period. The beta angle exceeded sixty degrees. During such phases, docking and undocking are avoided.

Nature’s Masterpieces: 10 incredible animal artists that paint, build and inspire

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Nature’s Masterpieces: 10 incredible animal artists that paint, build and inspire

From intricate webs to colourful underwater patterns, some animals craft astonishing creations. Discover how nature’s instinctive artists design, build, and inspire in ways that leave scientists and observers amazed.

From the beautiful Butterfly Nebula to the dazzling Horsehead Nebula: NASA’s Astronomy Picture of the Week

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From the beautiful Butterfly Nebula to the dazzling Horsehead Nebula: NASA’s Astronomy Picture of the Week

NASA’s Astronomy Picture of the Week showcases stunning images, from the vibrant Butterfly Nebula to the iconic Horsehead Nebula, revealing the universe’s beauty and the fascinating process of planet formation.

From goliath to chilean giant: 10 largest frogs in the world

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From goliath to chilean giant: 10 largest frogs in the world

From rainforest rivers to Andean lakes, discover the world’s largest frogs. These giants, from the mighty Goliath to the Chilean giant, reveal fascinating survival stories and surprising sizes that defy expectations.

Meet Pallas's Cat: A feline that stands on its bushy tail to shield its paws and is among the world’s oldest

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Meet Pallas's Cat: A feline that stands on its bushy tail to shield its paws and is among the world’s oldest

The elusive Pallas’s cat, one of the world’s oldest wild felines, has a unique habit of standing on its thick, bushy tail to shield its paws from freezing ground.

From weaver birds to peacocks to stunning butterflies: 10 beautiful images of Gurugram’s wildlife wonders

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From weaver birds to peacocks to stunning butterflies: 10 beautiful images of Gurugram’s wildlife wonders

From vibrant weaver bird nests to majestic peacocks and colourful butterflies, Gurugram’s urban spaces reveal stunning glimpses of wildlife, offering a rare chance to witness nature’s beauty thriving amid the city.

Meet Cecil: The clever food-stealing seagull who became a local celebrity

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Meet Cecil: The clever food-stealing seagull who became a local celebrity

Cecil lives at Waterford Beach Park in Connecticut. He has gained fame for his relentless food-stealing acts. Locals say everyone knows his yellow eyes.

From Zonkeys to Wolphins: 11 most bizarre hybrid animals

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From Zonkeys to Wolphins: 11 most bizarre hybrid animals

From zebra-striped donkeys to massive feline hybrids, these human-made creatures challenge nature’s rules. Discover 11 unusual and rare crossbreeds you may have never heard of before.

Meteor fireballs, nebulae, Durdle Door skies and more: See NASA's 10 stunning astronomical images

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Meteor fireballs, nebulae, Durdle Door skies and more: See NASA's 10 stunning astronomical images

From dazzling meteor fireballs to glowing nebulae and cosmic clouds, NASA’s latest collection of astronomical images captures the beauty and mystery of our universe in breathtaking detail.

Meet Black-Necked Crane: The rare and majestic bird of the Himalayas

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Meet Black-Necked Crane: The rare and majestic bird of the Himalayas

The black-necked crane, a rare and graceful bird of the Himalaya, is admired for its striking beauty, cultural significance and fragile existence in high-altitude wetlands, where it continues to inspire conservation.

Meet the Lion-Tailed Macaque: The rare endangered monkey found only in the Western Ghats of India

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Meet the Lion-Tailed Macaque: The rare endangered monkey found only in the Western Ghats of India

The lion-tailed macaque is listed as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature.

Feathered Talkers: 10 amazing birds that can speak human language

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Feathered Talkers: 10 amazing birds that can speak human language

From parrots to ravens, discover 10 fascinating birds that can mimic human speech, learn words, copy accents and even form sentences, showcasing incredible intelligence.

From 200 to 11,000 Years: World's 8 animals with the longest lifespan beyond imagination

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From 200 to 11,000 Years: World's 8 animals with the longest lifespan beyond imagination

From the Greenland shark to the ocean quahog, here are 8 animals that live for centuries or even millennia, defying nature’s limits and offering a glimpse into Earth’s most extraordinary lifespans.

Found nowhere else: 10 rare asian animals you’ve never heard of

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Found nowhere else: 10 rare asian animals you’ve never heard of

Asia is home to extraordinary wildlife found nowhere else. From the elusive saola to the tree-dwelling red panda, these rare species showcase the continent’s rich biodiversity and unique natural wonders.

Crimson Wonders: 10 most beautiful striking red animals that will leave you in awe

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Crimson Wonders: 10 most beautiful striking red animals that will leave you in awe

From tropical birds to exotic sea creatures, nature is full of stunning red animals. Here are ten of the most beautiful species whose vibrant crimson shades captivate wildlife lovers worldwide.

International Wolf Day 2025: Date, history, significance and 5 unheard facts about this endangered species

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International Wolf Day 2025: Date, history, significance and 5 unheard facts about this endangered species

Wolves had nearly been driven to extinction in Europe and America. When human populations increased, wolves lost their natural habitat. They occasionally preyed on livestock, and farmers attacked them.

Meet Vatsala: India’s beloved and Asia’s oldest elephant who lived more than 100 years

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Meet Vatsala: India’s beloved and Asia’s oldest elephant who lived more than 100 years

Vatsala, India’s legendary elephant and Asia’s oldest, lived over 100 years. Though she is no more, her grace, leadership, and role in Panna’s conservation remain unforgettable.

World Elephant Day 2025: Theme, history, threats and India’s legendary elephants

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World Elephant Day 2025: Theme, history, threats and India’s legendary elephants

India is home to over 60% of the world's Asian elephants. They are closely connected with the nation's cultural heritage, representing wisdom, strength and prosperity.

10 dog breeds that would die protecting you—Loyalty guaranteed

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10 dog breeds that would die protecting you—Loyalty guaranteed

From courageous protectors to gentle giants, these breeds of dogs are famous for unparalleled loyalty. They won't hesitate to jeopardize their lives if required to guard you and your family.

Wild Majesty: Meet 10 Animals with Largest and most stunning horns in the World

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Wild Majesty: Meet 10 Animals with Largest and most stunning horns in the World

From spiralled antelopes to towering buffalo, nature has created some truly spectacular horns. Discover 10 animals whose massive, striking horns stand out as symbols of strength, survival and beauty in the wild.

Feathered Oddities: 10 birds so rare and beautiful they seem unreal

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Feathered Oddities: 10 birds so rare and beautiful they seem unreal

Discover a mesmerising collection of rare and stunning birds from around the world. These feathered wonders are so unique and vibrant, they almost seem too magical to be real.

International Cat Day 2025: Meet the fastest, oldest and richest cats breaking world records

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International Cat Day 2025: Meet the fastest, oldest and richest cats breaking world records

Celebrated for the first time in 2002, this day, commemorated every year on August 8, celebrates the happiness, comfort and beauty brought into our lives by cats.

Nature’s Noisemakers: 10 Animals That Could Shatter Your Ears

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Nature’s Noisemakers: 10 Animals That Could Shatter Your Ears

From howler monkeys to pistol shrimps, these creatures are louder than you'd imagine. Discover 10 animals whose natural sounds are powerful enough to make your ears ring.

Meet Chrysina Limbata: The rare metallic beetle looks like a living mirror

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Meet Chrysina Limbata: The rare metallic beetle looks like a living mirror

Chrysina limbata, a rare beetle from Central America, stuns with its mirror-like shell. Its metallic sheen isn't paint but nature’s trick of light, making it a living, shining marvel.

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