Marine

From breaking sea ice with massive heads to singing haunting underwater songs, the Bowhead Whales reveal secrets of survival in the world’s harshest oceans.

Science behind how “brainless” animals think and learn

These brainless animals are challenging what science once believed. Studies show they can learn, adapt and remember through nerve networks spread throughout their bodies.

Scientists discovered a pink sea anemone that builds protective shells for crabs

A pale-pink sea anemone constructs homes for its crab companions. The discovery reveals some complex behaviour among these animals under the ocean.

Internet falls for dwarf shrimps enjoying a cucumber feast in aquarium tank

A swarm of bright freshwater shrimps has become an online sensation. Their mesmerising feast on a slice of cucumber has captivated millions worldwide.

From being immortal to having no brain: 10 mind-blowing facts about Jellyfish

Dive into the mysterious world of jellyfish. These ancient, brainless and nearly immortal creatures continue to amaze scientists across the globe.

This 100-year-old turtle species is so rare that only two are left in the wild

The Yangtze giant softshell turtle, Earth’s largest freshwater turtle, is critically endangered. Conservationists are racing against time to prevent its extinction.

Oregon’s iconic Sea stars make a fragile comeback after years of decline

Once wiped out by wasting disease, ochre sea stars are re-emerging. Scientists now see rising numbers and renewed ecological balance.

Scientists stunned as robot reveals immense icefish domain under ice

Scientists uncover thriving life beneath Antarctic ice, revealing hidden ecosystems that impact carbon cycles and reshape climate models for future predictions.

River turtles safeguard freshwater ecosystems as cleaners and nutrient couriers

Turtles perform key ecosystem tasks that protect water life. Without them, nutrient flow breaks down and river habitats lose essential natural support.

World's smallest marine dolphin's underwater acrobatics reveal some hidden activities

Researchers uncover hidden activities of Hector’s dolphins, the world’s smallest marine dolphins, through fascinating displays of underwater acrobatics.

Indian insurers brace for commercial shipping insurance surge, as India-Pak tensions threaten Arabian sea trade

If the situation deteriorates, premiums could double or triple overnight, analysts have warned

Wartsila bags order to build two vessels for Adani

"Wartsila has won an order for two new 8000m3 trailing suction hopper dredgers being built for the Adani group, India's largest private multi-port operator," the company said in a statement.

Expect revenue growth of atleast 10-15% in CY16: ITD Cementation

The company's order book currently stands at Rs 5700 crore. ITD Cementation is also pursuing several opportunities in marine and MRT space

Dolphin Offshore to acquire 2 vessels for $70 mn in 2 years

Navpreet Singh, CFO of Dolphin Offshore says the new vessels are more multipurpose, technologically advanced ships that will be delivered in next two years.

Rolls-Royce wins $9.2 billion engine order from Emirates

Rolls-Royce has won an order to supply engines for 50 A380 aircraft for Emirates for a USD 9.2 billion.

Scania launches power generation engines in India

Swedish bus and truck maker Scania has forayed into the engine segment in India by launching power generation engines. The company will also offer marine and industrial engines through its network.

SC may pose tough questions to Italian envoy on marines

Italian Ambassador Daniele Mancini may face tough questions tomorrow from the Supreme Court when it takes up the issue of Italy reneging on its undertaking to send back its marines charged with the killing of two Indian fishermen off the Kerala coast last year.

Italian marine's mother says justice has been done

The mother of one of the Italian marines facing trial in India for killing two Indian fishermen today said justice has been done and "everything is fine now".

SC to pronounce its judgement on Italian marines' petition

The Supreme Court on Friday will pronounce its judgement on the petition filed by two Italian marines who are facing trial for shooting dead two Indian fishermen off Kollam coast.