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  • Watch: Himalayan Griffon Vultures return to Udhampur Hills, reviving local ecosystem

    Thick fog in Udhampur has triggered Himalayan Griffon vultures to migrate to nearby hills. Their movement is boosting the ecosystem, delighting locals and offering scientists valuable ecological insights.

  • Anaconda vs Crocodile: Power, bite force and who will win the battle in a deadly river clash

    Anacondas and crocodiles share dangerous waters, but size, speed, and bite force change everything. When these river giants clash, science reveals which predator likely walks away alive.

  • Leopard vs Jaguar: Similar spots, power and what really separates these big cats

    Leopards and jaguars may share striking spots, but their strength, hunting style, and habitats differ sharply, revealing how two similar-looking big cats evolved to dominate very different worlds.

  • Lion vs Tiger: Power, danger and which big cat wins the ultimate showdown?

    Lions and tigers both rule the wild, but their strength, size, teamwork, and hunting styles differ sharply, revealing why each dominates its own world and why comparing them remains endlessly fascinating.

  • Not all eyes see the same: Top 10 animals known for colourblind vision

    Many familiar creatures see the world very differently from humans, with limited colours shaping how they hunt, move and survive across land, sky and sea.

  • Florida coral reefs declared functionally extinct after 2023 heatwave, shocking scientists worldwide

    A record 2023 heatwave has devastated Florida’s coral reefs. Elkhorn and staghorn corals are now functionally extinct, threatening marine ecosystems and coastal protection.

  • Ichikolowa: The World’s largest edible mushroom that can grow bigger than you imagine

    A giant delicacy thrives in the African woodlands, captivating locals and scientists alike. Known for its sheer size and flavour, this rare mushroom is unlike anything you’d expect.

  • World's Deadliest Lions: Story of the most feared and infamous Mapogo coalition lions of Sabi Sands

    They were six, yet moved as one. In the heart of Africa’s savanna, their reign sparked fear, respect and whispers of legend. Who were the Mapogo lions?

  • Meet Titanoboa: The 45-foot prehistoric giant snake that ruled Earth after dinosaurs

    The largest modern snake, the green anaconda, is impressive. Yet it reaches only 30 feet and weighs 500 pounds. Titanoboa was nearly twice as long and five times heavier.

  • Sloth vs turtle vs slug: What is the World’s slowest animal? Scientists finally have the answer

    Who takes the crown for the slowest mover on Earth — sloth, turtle or slug? Scientists have finally settled the debate, and the surprising answer might slow you down too.

  • Rare leopard cat cub spotted near Tawang, Arunachal, sparks joy and hope

    Sameer Tamang, a local youth, filmed the cub during a trip. He was travelling with a friend when he spotted the animal.

  • Snake Island: Earth’s Most Terrifying Island Where Survival Is Impossible

    Hidden off Brazil’s coast, Snake Island is crawling with deadly golden lancehead vipers. This forbidden island is so dangerous that humans are banned, making survival nearly impossible for anyone who enters.

  • Venomous Indian lionfish spotted for the first time along Mumbai’s coast

    Natives of the western Indo-Pacific, the lionfish are not only stunning. Beyond their looks, they are an integral part of their ecosystem, both predator and indicator of the environment.

  • Rare Indian grey wolf possibly spotted in Delhi after 80 years

    The possible sighting occurred on Thursday near Palla, north Delhi. The animal was seen moving alone along the Yamuna riverbanks.

  • Top 10 most trafficked animals in the World

    Wildlife trafficking is a global crisis. From forests to oceans, countless animals are hunted and traded illegally. These animals face extinction as demand for their body parts rises. Let’s explore the world’s most trafficked animals.

  • Scientists know only about 1% of insects out of one million — What’s missing?

    Insects are essential to Earth's ecology, but numerous species are disappearing and scientists are demanding stronger protection. A new study showcases the pressing need for monitoring and conservation of insects as well as ecosystems they support.

  • Global AI Conclave: Karnataka’s Clean Mobility Policy to create ecosystem for companies like Tesla

    Karnataka Department of Industries and Commerce Commissioner Gunjan Krishna says the state is creating an ecosystem to attract companies like Tesla

  • Two hidden spider species found in Western Ghats after 118 years; discover their names

    The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) has announced the discovery of two previously unknown spider species in the Western Ghats, a renowned biodiversity hotspot.

  • Scientists warn of Great Barrier Reef extinction as ocean temperatures reach to highest levels in 400 Years

    Ocean temperatures around Australia's Great Barrier Reef have surged to their highest levels in 400 years over the past decade.

  • LIVE: How Can We Build A Global System For Digital Public Infrastructure? | Global DPI Summit

    Global DPI Summit Day 2 Session On "Building the Global DPI Ecosystem". Watch!

  • Robust trade finance ecosystem important to achieve $2 trillion exports target by 2030: DGFT official

    Additional Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) S C Aggarwal said easy availability of affordable trade finance helps promote export competitiveness.

  • The Indian fintech ecosystem is setting global benchmarks

    Indian financial institutions have shown maturity by collaborating deeply with the fintech industry and offering their services through an open-banking architecture.

  • There is a thin line between hustle and hubris: KM Birla on building startups

    Metrics still matter, even in the absence of perfect analogues. There is still value to investing in building a view to core metrics - operating profits, gross margins, and cash flows, KM Birla said.

  • India needs to do more to nurture, build ecosystem for entrepreneurship: CEO of top science body in US

    Indian-American Maya Ajmera, who is president and CEO of Society for Science, and the publisher of its award-winning magazine, Science News, made these comments on Wednesday after five Indian-American teenagers featured among 40 finalists of a prestigious science and maths competition for high school seniors in the US.

  • Scientists have estimated how many ants are there on Earth. The number is staggering

    There are at least 20 quadrillion ants on Earth, according to a new study. But even that staggering figure likely underestimates the total population of the insects.

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