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Researchers from Dharwad have identified four previously unknown plant species in the Western Ghats, highlighting the region’s biodiversity and the importance of conservation.

Meet the World’s 4 most bizarre bugs scientists say are too unreal for this world — here’s why

From bugs that sprint like cheetahs to those that breathe underwater, scientists have found insects so strange, they seem more like creatures from another world.

Scientists uncover new deep-sea lanternshark and porcelain crab off Western Australia

The new lanternshark, E. westraliensis, was discovered in the Gascoyne Marine Park at depths down to 610 metres.

Physicist claims 95% of the universe might be an illusion: Dark matter and dark energy could be fake

Galaxy rotation curves have been confounding astronomers for decades. Stars on the peripheries of galaxies rotate faster than visible matter can account for.

Night parrot rediscovered in Australia after decades of elusive absence

The night parrot, once thought extinct, is thriving in Ngururrpa Country. New surveys provide vital information to protect its populations.

Bats evolved flight by reactivating ancient genes – Here is what the study shows

A new study shows how bats evolved to fly by using ancient genes to form wings and muscles and this gives new insight into evolution and mammals.

Blue Origin reveals mighty 320-Foot New Glenn Rocket as it prepares for NASA’s Mars mission

New Glenn, when fully stacked, stands 320 feet tall and features a reusable first stage similar to SpaceX’s Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets.

Meet ISRO’s Vyommitra: India’s humanoid robot that talks, thinks and works, set to fly on Gaganyaan mission

Vyommitra combines mechanical precision with artificial intelligence. It can recognise speech, move its limbs, and identify instruments using vision-based technology.

Inversion’s arc spacecraft aims to transport cargo delivery anywhere on Earth in less than an hour

California-based company Inversion introduced a reusable spacecraft, Arc, designed for rapid orbital cargo delivery anywhere on Earth in under an hour.

Experience the October sky event on Oct 9. when Moon visits the Seven Sisters

Experience the waning gibbous Moon passes near the Pleiades on 9 October 2025, this sky event is visible with binoculars through its bright glow.

Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS found releasing water in space far from the Sun, NASA, ESA confirm

Scientists estimate that nearly 8% of the comet’s surface, about 7.8 square kilometres, is actively venting vapour. Most comets show only three to five per cent activity.

112-million-year-old insect found trapped in Ecuadorian amber reveals Gondwana’s past

Amber, a fossilised form of tree resin, can date back as far as 320 million years. Scientists have observed a sharp increase in amber presence between 120 million and 70 million years ago.

NASA confirms near-Earth flyby of '2025 TF' passing just 266 miles above planet's surface

NASA confirms 2025 TF passed just 266 miles above Earth on 1st October, highlighting the challenges of tracking small near-Earth objects.

Live mouse retinal imaging could advance vision disease- Here is what research says

Researchers develop live retinal imaging in mice, tracking brain cell responses to disease and treatment and advancing vision research. The study offers insights into disease progression and potential vision therapies.

ESA Mars Orbiters capture rare glimpse of interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS – See images here

The ExoMars orbiter’s Colour and Stereo Surface Imaging System captured faint images of the comet’s coma, the glowing cloud of gas and dust surrounding its icy nucleus.

Critically endangered Arabian caracal reappears in UAE’s Wadi Wurayah after decades of silence

Experts estimate that only around 250 Arabian caracals survive in the UAE today. The species was first spotted in Jebel Hafeet in 2019 after disappearing for nearly 35 years.

Study shows Deadwood Fungi support Wild Orchid's growth and carbon flow

New research from Kobe University reveals that fungi decomposing deadwood provide essential carbon for wild orchids, helping their tiny seeds germinate and thrive.

This Tasmania’s iconic Marsupial is staging a heartwarming comeback in wildlife

Scientists are working to conserve the Tasmanian devil, once devastated by disease, and it is now making a comeback through breeding programmes and disease research.

Meet Ghost the Octopus: The legendary pacific giant captivating thousands as she embraces her final days

Ghost arrived at the Aquarium of the Pacific in May 2024 after being collected from the wild in British Columbia. She weighed just three pounds at the time but now tips the scales at over 30 pounds.

Meet Geographic Cone: The deadliest snail in the world that can kill a human in hours

Discover the Geographer Cone Snail who is a tiny predator capable of paralyzing and killing humans instantly and the medical potential of its deadly compounds.

World Octopus Day 2025: Date, history, significance and why it matters

Octopuses, known for their intelligence, adaptability and curiosity, are more than marine marvels. They are vital players in the ocean’s balance, helping ecosystems thrive while inspiring scientists with their problem-solving skills and unique behaviours.

Unveiling the science behind how "Octomums" use deep-sea thermal pools for egg brooding

Mother octopuses use deep-sea thermal pools near hydrothermal vents to accelerate egg development, revealing extraordinary evolutionary adaptations in deep-sea parenting.

Researchers uncover spinal enlargements in zebrafish, offering clues to vertebrate evolution

Scientists discover subtle spinal enlargements in zebrafish, reshaping understanding of vertebrate nervous system evolution and fin-to-limb development.

Birds use a 'universal' call worldwide to warn of danger

Brood parasites lay eggs in other species’ nests, forcing the host to raise their offspring. The cost to host species is high, making this a prime system to study evolution in natural settings.

Scientists unlock the secrets of Black Hole relativistic jets

Scientists from Goethe University, Frankfurt used advanced simulations to reveal how rotating black holes produce relativistic jets, highlighting magnetic reconnection and plasma behaviour in cosmic environments.

Brazilian Jaguar stuns researchers with longest recorded swim ever

In a remarkable display of strength and adaptability, a jaguar has stunned researchers by swimming to an island in a flooded reservoir in northern Brazil.

A 9.8-foot asteroid, 2025 TF, zoomed past Earth closer than satellites over Antarctica

The space rock, now named 2025 TF, was spotted after the event using observations from the Catalina Sky Survey, a NASA-funded project that monitors near-Earth objects.

NASA's Perseverance rover provides unprecedented view of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS

The Perseverance rover on Mars imaged 3I/ATLAS with its Right Navigation Camera (Navcam), this image assists both scientific observation and rover navigation across Martian terrain.

Gaia mission reveals spin pattern of asteroids and planetary defense- Here is what study says

European Space Agency’s Gaia mission deciphers asteroid rotation patterns, revealing structural secrets and implications for planetary defence missions.

India prepares to reveal its first red list of endangered species at IUCN World Congress

India prepares to spotlight its conservation efforts on a global stage as the world gathers to decide the future of biodiversity.

In a sci-fi twist, ant queens defy evolution by cloning males of another species

Ant colonies are highly structured societies where most members are sterile female workers. Queens typically mate once in their lives, storing sperm to produce future generations of queens, workers, and males.

Elusive Asian Golden Cat: The bird-plucking predator and colour-shifting feline facing growing threats

One of Asia’s most secretive big cats is fighting for survival as deforestation, hunting and habitat loss push it closer to danger.

Scientists to soon create 'universal antivenom' against deadly snake bites — Here's everything you should know

Tim Friede’s rare antibodies may hold key to a universal snake antivenom. Researchers test cocktails protecting against deadly snakes across continents, offering hope for millions globally.

October Sky Spectacle: Two comets and meteor shower combine for stunning display

Skywatchers are in for a rare celestial spectacle as two bright comets, C/2025 R2 (SWAN) and C/2025 A6 (Lemmon), make their closest approach to Earth while the Orionid meteor shower peaks in October 2025.

Astronomers reveal evidence for a hidden 'Planet Y' beyond Neptune

Planet Y has not been directly observed, but its influence is apparent. Researchers studied roughly 50 icy objects beyond Neptune and found unexpected orbital inclinations.

The Champawat Tiger: Tale of the 'world’s deadliest man-eater' that slaughtered over 400 and escaped an army

A legendary tigress terrorised villages, leaving a trail of fear and mystery. Her extraordinary hunts and daring escapes continue to fascinate and challenge our understanding of predators.

Astronomers capture stunning rainbow spectra of binary star Eta Carinae

Astronomers capture Eta Carinae’s rainbow spectrum, offering new insights into massive star evolution and extreme cosmic phenomena.

Starship Flight 11: SpaceX targets October 13 for next megarocket launch

The upcoming flight will test several upgrades designed for future missions. Super Heavy will attempt a new landing sequence, firing five of its 33 Raptor engines to control its descent.

From NASA engineer to astronaut: Everything you need to know about Anna Menon

Married to Indian-origin astronaut Anil Menon, Houston-born Anna Menon breaks barriers in commercial spaceflight and prepares for NASA’s Moon and Mars expeditions.

First supermoon of 2025 rises tonight: Know when, where, and how to watch Harvest Moon on October 6

The Harvest Moon, marking the first supermoon of 2025, rises tonight. Learn when, where and how to witness this brilliant celestial display across the sky.

Leopards still rule 85% of Gurgaon-Faridabad Aravalis despite rising human pressure, study says

Leopards continue to thrive in the shrinking Aravalis, with a new study showing they occupy nearly 85% of the forested belt from Surajkund to Harchandpur.

NASA tracks four asteroids passing at safe distance from Earth on 5th October

NASA confirms four near-Earth asteroids will pass Earth safely, measuring from bus to house-sized, with no impact risk on 5th October.

A giant 100-foot, airplane-sized asteroid is set to make its close approach to Earth today, NASA confirms

NASA confirmed that asteroid 2025 SZ27 is heading towards Earth on 4 October. The space rock measures about 100 feet across.

Over 541 million years old, this species could be Earth’s first-ever animal

Researchers found “chemical fossils” in ancient rocks containing 30-carbon steranes, a stable form of sterols present in the cell membranes of complex organisms.

Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS zips past Sun, to be monitored by Mars and Jupiter spacecraft

The European Space Agency is using Mars and Jupiter missions to monitor the comet in real time. Observing from beyond Earth allows instruments to track the comet even when Earth-based telescopes lose sight.

Asteroid belt in our Solar System is fading, scientists uncover startling mass loss

The asteroid belt may seem permanent, but it is far from static. Its slow decline reveals a more violent past when more material collided with Earth and the Moon.

James Webb Space Telescope captures clearest-ever image of M87’s supermassive black hole jet

James Webb Space Telescope captures M87’s supermassive black hole jet, revealing bright knots and a faint counter-jet, providing insights for astronomers to study more.

Scientists discover biosignature molecule in failed star-Here is what it means for extraterrestrial life

Scientists discovered Phosphine in Wolf 1130C’s atmosphere. This reveals a complex phosphorus chemistry, urging caution in interpreting potential extraterrestrial biosignatures beyond Earth.

World Animal Day 2025: Date, theme, history and global significance

The first World Animal Day was held in 1925 by Heinrich Zimmermann, a German writer and activist. Zimmermann wanted to promote animal rights and inspire global action.

Don't miss it! Newly discovered emerald-green Comet Lemmon to be visible with naked eye soon

Comet C/2025 A6, known as Lemmon, is a nonperiodic comet with an orbital period of around 1,350 years. Most of its time is spent in the distant Oort Cloud, a region filled with icy objects on the solar system’s edge.