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Dodo once roamed freely through Mauritius, where it faced no natural predators. Its decline began with hunting and was accelerated by European expansion.

World's oldest dome-headed dinosaur unearthed in Mongolia’s Gobi Desert

The fossil belongs to a juvenile of a new species, Zavacephale rinpoche, which lived about 108 million years ago.

NASA and IAU named featured asteroid Donald Johanson after India's Narmada Valley

NASA and IAU have named a feature on asteroid Donald Johanson after India’s Narmada Valley, honouring its fossil heritage. Know more what connecting Earth’s evolutionary history with the solar system’s origins.

A massive 70-foot asteroid to make its close approach with Earth today, NASA confirms

NASA has confirmed asteroid 2025 RL2 is approaching. The space rock measures about 70 feet wide and is racing through space at 21,613 miles per hour.

Venus versus Earth: Why one World boils and one blooms

Venus and Earth formed at the same time and share similar size and composition. Yet Venus is cloaked in carbon dioxide, with temperatures hot enough to melt lead.

From ice to lightning: new study shows how flexoelectricity powers storms

Scientists have discovered the phenomenon of Flexoelectricity which means bending ice generates electricity, offering fresh insight into how thunderstorms create lightning.

New Emulator technology can map universe faster than ever-Here is what study says

Scientists map the Universe’s large-scale structure quickly with Effort.jl emulator which offers accurate results faster than traditional cosmological models.

Kangaroo Island Koalas face hidden genetic threats despite abundance

Researchers compared Kangaroo Island koalas with those in Victoria and Queensland using whole-genome sequencing. They found much more inbreeding, which could make these animals less able to cope with future threats.

'The Sun is waking up, its quiet days may be over': NASA warns of decades of space weather risks

The present sunspot cycle began in 2019, and experts initially forecast a mild peak in 2025. But solar maximum arrived earlier than expected and is proving far more intense.

Meet Tira: The World's rarest 'polka-dot zebra' found in Kenya's Masai Mara

Tira is a plains zebra, or Equus quagga. Unlike standard zebras, Tira's coat exhibits brown fur with white spots, or polka-dot markings.

NASA confirms 6,000 alien planets detected outside our solar system

NASA aims to study rocky planets similar to Earth and analyse their atmospheres for biosignatures. The James Webb Space Telescope has already examined over 100 exoplanet atmospheres.

Hidden treasure in waves: Earth’s ocean water holds tons of gold, but why it’s difficult to extract

Gold is present in seawater at unimaginably low levels. Scientists measure concentrations in femtomoles per litre, tiny beyond normal detection tools. Rivers, dust, and hydrothermal vents constantly supply trace amounts of gold.

Solar Eclipse September 2025: Date, timings and is last Surya Grahan of the year visible in India?

The Moon will once again align with the Sun this September. Will India catch a glimpse of the year’s final Solar Eclipse or miss it entirely?

Do you know which tree is called 'green gold of India'?

It is not a precious metal or rare gem, yet India calls it green gold. Discover why this humble resource carries such a powerful name.

New mission to unlock secrets of Neptune-sized exoplanets launched by scientists

The astronomers are ready to probe Neptune-sized exoplanets through ATREIDES, a new project designed to unravel how planetary systems form and transform.

World Bamboo Day 2025: Date, theme, history and significance

Bamboo is more than a plant, it is culture, livelihood and innovation. This World Bamboo Day 2025 reveals why its role in our future is bigger than ever.

Dinosaurs were ecosystem engineers and study shows how their sudden extinction changed Earth’s rivers

Dinosaurs’ extinction was caused by the Chicxulub asteroid striking Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. Its fallout triggered rapid global change.

Signs of flowing water found in near-Earth asteroid Ryugu that changed its core, scientists say

Researchers studied samples returned by Japan’s Hayabusa2 mission in 2020. The spacecraft visited the near-Earth asteroid between 2018 and 2019.

Indian astronomers trace invisible dust veiling Milky Way’s Stars-Here’s what they found

Indian astronomers have charted hidden layers of cosmic dust in the Milky Way, revealing complex structures that shape star formation and galactic evolution.

NASA tracks a giant 520-foot asteroid flying past Earth today at high speed

NASA confirmed the asteroid will fly past Earth today. It measures about 520 feet wide and moves fast. Its speed is 24,127 miles per hour.

Pacific’s Mysterious Barreleye Fish: A see-through glass-headed creature with glowing eyes to spot prey

Deep in the Pacific, a strange fish glides with a transparent head. Its glowing eyes rotate to track something unseen, revealing secrets of the twilight ocean.

Earth from Space: Eerie volcanic ‘googly eyes’ peer from skull-shaped Peninsula into the sky

The Chiltepe Peninsula formed from pyroclastic shield eruptions thousands of years ago. Low-density materials, including pumice, were violently ejected during these blasts, which ended approximately 17,000 years ago.

This Indian photographer captures breathtaking shot of rare black tiger after 120 days in the wild

After 120 days in Odisha’s Similipal forests, an Indian photographer captured a rare black tiger—one of NatGeo’s top images of 2024.

NASA's ISS cargo delivery delayed by engine issue in Northrop Grumman’s Cygnus XL

NASA and Northrop Grumman are reassessing Cygnus XL’s engine burns after premature shutdowns delayed its planned arrival at the International Space Station.

Astronomers prepare to unlock mysteries of Milky Way with NASA’s Roman Mission – Here’s how

NASA’s Roman Space Telescope will map billions of stars, revealing hidden dust and gas, helping astronomers uncover the Milky Way’s secrets like never before.

Discovery of 12,000-year-old bones may reveal one of history’s earliest murder victims

The remains were found in Thung Binh 1 cave. This site lies in the Tràng An World Heritage area.

Earth gains new tiny 'quasi-moon' 2025 PN7 and it may stay for the next 60 years

At its nearest, 2025 PN7 comes 186,000 miles (299,337 kilometres) from Earth. Its average distance is about 238,855 miles (384,400 kilometres) which is similar to the Moon’s orbit.

NASA shares fascinating astronomy picture featuring Nebulas and Clusters in Sagittarius

Sagittarius unveils stellar wonders, from the Lagoon and Trifid Nebulae showcasing the Milky Way’s breathtaking cycle of cosmic creation.

Honeybees solve puzzles to build efficient honeycomb structures, study reveals how

Honeybees construct nests wherever they find suitable space, from trees to attics. They build honeycombs from wax produced using stored honey for energy.

NASA tracks a giant 520-foot asteroid making its close approach to Earth tomorrow

NASA confirmed asteroid 2025 FA22 is on a set course. The space rock measures roughly 520 feet wide. It travels at a speed of 24,127 miles per hour.

This is the largest snake fossil ever discovered, find out how huge it was

This snake weighed over a tonne, making it the top predator of its time. The snake was bigger than any modern anaconda or boa.

Our Moon is slowly moving away from Earth: Here’s when and what scientists predict will happen

Long ago, the Moon was much nearer Earth. Scientists believe a protoplanet collision created the Moon 4.5 billion years ago. Fossil clam shells show shorter Earth days in ancient times.

Meet Bumpy: The adorable snailfish discovered 3,268 metres below sea – Watch video here

The three species are Careproctus colliculi, Paraliparis em, and Careproctus yanceyi. These snailfish belong to the Liparidae family.

Are mysterious little red dots spotted by James Webb actually secret black hole stars? Here’s what scientists say

Astronomers first thought these red dots were ancient galaxies. They appeared unusually mature for their early universe age. Scientists believed they formed within 700 million years of the Big Bang.

Solar Eclipse September 2025: Date, timings and where will this partial eclipse be visible?

A rare celestial event is approaching in September 2025. Will it light up skies near you? Discover where and when this mysterious partial solar eclipse occurs.

On this day in space, September 16: Know what happened and why it matters

From historic eclipses to pioneering rocket launches, September 16 holds remarkable space events. Discover the surprising milestones that shaped exploration and changed how we view the cosmos.

For the first time ever, scientists measure the ‘natal kick’ of a baby black hole that ejected it into space

When black holes collide, they release gravitational waves. The waves contain information on the collision. If one black hole is much heavier, the waves vary with the observation angle.

NASA tracks a massive 520-foot asteroid to make its close approach towards Earth on 18 September

A massive asteroid, measuring 520 feet wide, is speeding through space at 24,127 miles per hour. Scientists are closely monitoring its close approach to Earth.

One of the World’s rarest flowers, titan arum, blooms at the University of Warsaw in Poland

The titan arum uses inflorescence heating during its bloom. This rare phenomenon is essential for pollination. The plant raises its internal temperature by about a dozen degrees.

Meet Iniya Pragati: 13-year-old girl who becomes India’s youngest analogue astronaut aiming for Moon, Mars

At 13, Iniya Pragati, India’s youngest analogue astronaut, dreams beyond Earth with plans for the Moon, Mars, and inspiring girls in science and technology.

Giant 500,000-kilometre butterfly-shaped hole pops up on Sun, stuns scientists

A coronal hole is an opening in the Sun’s atmosphere. It forms when magnetic fields open and plasma escapes.

Meet the strange Surinam toad: A frog that gives birth through holes on its back like a sci-fi creature

Deep in South American rainforests, a mysterious amphibian hides, baffling scientists with its unusual life. Its secret methods of survival remain a subject of fascination.

Scientists predict a Primordial black hole explosion could revolutionize Physics

UMass Amherst physicists predict a primordial black hole explosion within ten years, an event that could confirm Hawking radiation and revolutionise physics.

Indian researchers rediscovered a rare night parrot thought extinct for 100 years

The study revealed parrots roost in dense spinifex grass. Bull spinifex forms dome-like shelters that keep parrots hidden.

Cosmic Cannibalism: Astronomers spot a hungry white dwarf eating its twin star at unmatched pace

Astronomers have discovered a white dwarf in V Sagittae consuming its twin star at record speed, a stellar drama that may end in a supernova.

Arctic Ice harbors gliding Algae at record low temperatures

Stanford researchers reveal that Arctic diatoms are not frozen in place but actively moving in ice, reshaping our view of polar ecosystems.

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.

A huge 520-foot building-sized asteroid is on a collision course with Earth, NASA confirms

NASA confirms that asteroid 2025 FA22 will pass Earth. The rock measures about 520 feet across. It travels at 24,127 miles per hour.

Why is a tropical bug waving tiny red flags? Scientists finally have an answer

In the rainforest, a tiny insect performs a dramatic dance with red “flags” on its legs. For years, scientists wondered: is it love or war? A new study finally has the answer.

Astronomers find elusive supermassive black holes cloaked in dust from Cosmic Dawn

The Subaru Telescope first identified unusually bright galaxies. These galaxies showed high-energy emissions but lacked visible quasar signatures.