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Meet the “Underwater Panda”: This sea creature found 20 metres below Japan’s Coast, is barely an inch long
Divers off Japan’s coast discovered a panda-like marine creature at 10–20 metres deep. Scientists later confirmed it as a newly identified sea squirt species. Scientists are still trying to find out more about this unique species.
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Total Lunar Eclipse on March 3: Blood Moon and Sunrise to appear at the same time— How is this possible?
A rare total lunar eclipse on March 3 could coincide with sunrise, creating a stunning “blood moon” illusion visible in select regions of the world. This is one of the impossible sky events for observers to witness a red “blood moon” and the rising Sun simultaneously.
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NEXRAD Radar detected over 75 million birds migrating to North— What are scientists seeing in the skies?
Weather radar has detected nearly 75 million birds flying north in just one week. The data, recorded in the final days of February, is now being analysed by scientists to understand what this migration surge reveals.
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From Africa to India: 9 Cheetahs from Botswana arrived at Kuno, pushing India’s Project Cheetah into a critical phase
Nine cheetahs from Botswana have been released into Kuno National Park, boosting India’s ambitious Project Cheetah amid ongoing debate over survival and habitat readiness.
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50°C Summer again in 2026? Scientists warn of another 'heatwave" year for India
Scientists warn India’s 2026 summer could rival the devastating heat of 2024, with early temperature spikes, rising ocean warmth and prolonged heatwave risks.
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Einstein was Right again—Starlight could reveal hidden black holes ‘dancing’ in space
Astronomers propose a new method to detect hidden supermassive black hole pairs using warped starlight, offering early clues before gravitational wave signals arrive.
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India to listen to black holes soon: How LIGO-India could open a new window into the Universe
India is building LIGO-India to detect gravitational waves from colliding black holes billions of light years away. How will this silent observatory in Maharashtra transform our understanding of the universe?
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National Science Day 2026: Date, theme and significance of the day that changed Indian science
National Science Day 2026 marks the Raman Effect anniversary with a youth-focused innovation theme. But how did a simple light experiment reshape modern science and inspire India’s future ambitions?
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A prehistoric love story? Study reveals why Neanderthal males and human females may have paired more often
A new study in Science suggests Neanderthal men and modern human women interbred more often than assumed, reshaping theories about our DNA. But what drove those ancient pairings remains uncertain.
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NASA overhauls moon mission in effort to cut risks and costs
The changes announced on Friday mean that NASA is essentially swapping the actual moon landing for an additional test mission staged closer to Earth
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Six planets to line up tomorrow evening: Which Indian cities will get the best view of this rare sky spectacle?
Six planets will line up after sunset on 28 February, visible across India under clear skies. From bright Venus to faint Neptune, this rare parade holds more surprises than many expect.
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Total Lunar Eclipse 2026: Blood Moon to turn the night navy blue and crimson in a rare celestial colour twist
On 3 March 2026, the Moon may glow navy blue and deep crimson during a rare total lunar eclipse. Scientists say ozone could reshape its colour. What makes this eclipse so unusual?
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A 650-foot mega-tsunami shook the Arctic — Satellites captured waves that made the Earth tremble for 9 days
A mysterious seismic pulse shook Earth for 9 days in 2023, traced to a colossal Greenland landslide and 650-foot mega tsunami. How did one fjord send vibrations across the planet?
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This massive 170-foot asteroid to cross Earth today at very high speed, NASA alerts
A 170-foot asteroid is set to race past Earth today at extraordinary speed, NASA says. Though no impact is expected, scientists are watching closely. What makes this flyby worth attention?
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Only in Odisha! Dolphins spotted playfully swimming in Kalinga Sagar Beach| WATCH
Visitors at Kalinga Sagar Beach in Puri were thrilled by playful dolphins swimming near shore, highlighting Odisha’s rich coastal biodiversity and promoting wildlife conservation awareness.
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Watch and listen to the upcoming February 2026 'Six-planet parade' with NASA’s Chandra
Six planets will line up in late February 2026, and NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory has turned three of them into sound. What does Jupiter, Saturn and Uranus actually “sound” like in space?
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An iron-tongued Mollusk was found 18,045 feet beneath the Pacific—And this is new to science!
Scientists have discovered a new deep-sea mollusk living 18,045 feet beneath the Pacific Ocean, featuring an iron-coated tongue that reveals extraordinary evolutionary adaptation.
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Meet the giant tree that looks like a forest, spanning 8,500 square metres and producing 80,000 fruits
It looks like a dense forest, but it is a single giant tree spreading across 8,500 square metres and producing 80,000 fruits each harvest. How can one organism grow so vast?
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Can "coffee" save Orangutans? Scientists link agroforestry to population rise in Indonesia
Orangutan populations in Indonesia are showing signs of recovery, and scientists say sustainable coffee agroforestry is playing a key role in protecting rainforest habitats and restoring biodiversity.
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Aditya-L1 captures solar shock near the Sun; Indian scientists warn of potential space storm risks
Indian scientists have captured the birth of a powerful solar shock wave using Aditya-L1. The breakthrough could improve space weather forecasting and protect satellites, GPS and communication systems from geomagnetic storms.
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NASA astronaut captures Earth spinning at 60x speed with lightning storms, sunsets and moonlit oceans
A NASA astronaut has shared a breathtaking 60x speed time-lapse from orbit, capturing lightning storms, blazing sunsets and moonlit oceans in one sweeping view of Earth.
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Total lunar eclipse 2026: India to witness 'Blood Moon' eclipse for a very short duration, check peak time here
After missing February’s Ring of Fire, India will witness a rare total lunar eclipse on 03 March 2026, with the Moon rising already shadowed and possibly glowing an eerie red.
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First-Time Ever: A rare sighting of waterbird "Smew" was recorded during the 7th Waterbird Count 2026
A rare Smew was recorded for the first time in Kaziranga National Park during the 7th Waterbird Count 2026, surprising scientists and expanding the park’s avian biodiversity record.
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Kaziranga's 7th Waterbird Count: A total of 105,540 waterbirds were recorded, making it a significant census year in Assam's wetlands
The 7th Kaziranga Waterbird Count 2026 has recorded a historic 105,540 waterbirds in Assam, marking a new milestone in wetland conservation and biodiversity monitoring.
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March 2026 Night Sky Events: Know What, When and Where these events are taking place
March 2026 offers a stunning line-up of celestial events, including the Full Worm Moon, a total lunar eclipse, the New Moon and the March equinox. Here’s when and where to watch these spectacular sky phenomena.
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Are Dogs struggling to breathe? Nearly 900 dogs suffer from a hidden disorder, according to study
New study reveals hidden breathing risks in flat-faced dog breeds. BOAS affects dog breeds such as Bulldogs, Pugs and Pekingese. Experts urge screening, weight control and careful monitoring now.
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A 600-million-year-old one-eyed creature shaped modern human eyes and vision
Scientists say humans share ancestry with a tiny one eyed creature from 600 million years ago, and remnants of its “cyclops” eye may still exist deep inside our brains.
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NASA's James Webb captures the “Exposed Cranium” nebula resembling a human-brain
NASA’s Webb Telescope captures the Exposed Cranium Nebula in infrared. The dying star reveals ghostly skull-like structures. Scientists study its gas clouds to understand stars’ final moments.
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NASA spots a massive 140-foot asteroid zooming past Earth today at high speed
Asteroid 2026 CU1 will sweep past Earth this week at high speed, close enough to attract attention yet deemed safe, raising fresh questions about how well we watch the skies.
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Four Major Eclipses of 2026: Know the date, time and visibility across the world
2026 promises four unforgettable eclipses. From fiery rings to blood-red moons, find dates, times and countries to catch every celestial spectacle.
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This cobra is not a snake! A rare "Whip‑Tailed Cobra Lily" discovered in Mizoram
Scientists have discovered a rare whip-tailed cobra lily in Mizoram. With a hooded flower and long tail, it looks strikingly like a cobra, highlighting Northeast India’s hidden botanical wonders.
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It’s soon going to rain in Antarctica, bringing melting glaciers, struggling penguins and shifting seas
Rain is no longer rare on the Antarctic Peninsula, and scientists warn that rising temperatures, melting ice and struggling penguins could signal a dramatic shift for Earth’s coldest continent.
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Hummingbird Migration 2026 officially begins across North America — But why don’t these tiny birds ever reach India?
Hummingbird migration 2026 has begun across North America. Discover when these tiny travellers will reach your region and why scientists are closely tracking this year’s journey.
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Was “Titan” born from two ancient moon collision? — New SETI study reveals Saturn’s hidden past
A new study on Saturn's largest moon, Titan was conducted by SETI Institute. Scientists believe Titan could be the result of a colossal moon merger billions of years ago, potentially explaining its thick atmosphere and Saturn’s mysterious rings.
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NASA finds potato-shaped asteroid loaded with gold and platinum worth Rs 90.3 trillion
A strange metal rich asteroid called Psyche may be the exposed core of an ancient failed planet, and NASA’s mission could finally reveal what lies beneath its battered surface.
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Can Arctic Ice melt really change India’s monsoon this summer? Here's what study says
New research reveals that melting Arctic sea ice is pushing India’s monsoon rainfall westward, highlighting a powerful climate link between the polar north and South Asia.
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Dormant for 100 million years, this 'cosmic volcano' black hole has exploded back to life
A supermassive black hole in J1007+3540 has roared back to life after 100 million years, firing jets across nearly one million light years and revealing a turbulent battle inside a galaxy cluster.
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Oldest form of Writing? 40,000-year-old engraved symbols found in Germany suggest writing began in the Ice Age
New analysis of 40,000-year-old carvings discovered in Germany show repeated patterns and structure, hinting that early humans may have developed symbolic recording way earlier.
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Singapore to resume crow shooting operations, why authorities say the move is necessary now
After a surge in crow attacks and 15,000 complaints in 2025, Singapore will resume controlled shooting operations in March, raising questions about safety, wildlife balance and public reaction.
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NASA's James Webb captured "rare auroras" on Uranus, revealing its twisted magnetic field
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has captured giant auroras blazing across Uranus, revealing powerful magnetic storms and rewriting what we know about the distant ice giant.
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Rare endangered giant sperm whale carcass washes ashore on Southern Israel beach
An endangered sperm whale, one of only a few ever recorded in Israel, has washed ashore at Zikim Beach, prompting scientists to investigate what may be threatening this fragile Mediterranean population.
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A giant explosion incoming: One of the Universe’s biggest stars is getting ready to burst soon
Astronomers say one of the universe’s largest stars has dramatically changed since 2014, possibly entering a rare final phase that could end in a spectacular supernova explosion.
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Celestial Event Alert: One week left for the next Total Lunar Eclipse; Know the timings and locations
A total lunar eclipse will paint the Moon deep red on 3rd March 2026, creating a stunning Blood Moon visible across multiple continents. Know when and where this night event will be visible for skywatchers.
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100 Kilometres above Earth, scientists trace "lithium plume' to this rocket of Space X
Scientists detect a lithium plume 100km above Earth and trace it to a returning SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage, raising new questions about atmospheric pollution.
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A Gentleman in the Wild? A rare grooming moment captured between a Black Vulture and Crested Caracara in Texas
A Black Vulture grooming a juvenile Crested Caracara in Texas reveals rare interspecies behaviour, challenging assumptions about rivalry and surprising scientists, birdwatchers and wildlife experts alike.
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Meet Tyson: The Indian Army sniffer dog who was shot but helped hunt down 3 terrorists in J&K
Shot in the leg yet still charging forward, Army dog Tyson helped security forces uncover a hidden militant hideout in Kishtwar, turning a dangerous counter-terror mission into a decisive success.
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World’s only flightless parrot "Kakapo" enters rare breeding bloom in New Zealand after four years
After four silent years, the world’s only flightless parrot is breeding again. Fertile eggs and healthy chicks signal cautious hope in New Zealand. Scientists believe this unusual breeding season could reshape conservation forecasts.
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NASA spots stunning heart-shaped pink lake from the International Space Station
A pink, heart-shaped salt lake spotted from space in Argentina is more than a romantic image, as shifting microbes, salt and climate quietly reshape its colour and meaning.
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Meet Dobby, not a character from Harry Potter but a "four-eared cat" from Alabama stuns the internet!
Dobby the four-eared kitten is taking the internet by storm. But how can a cat grow extra ears? Scientists explain the rare developmental mutation behind this fascinating feline.
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This Sungrazer Comet, brighter than Venus to shine in skies: When and where to see it in India
A newly discovered sungrazing comet could soon outshine Venus in the evening sky, but its fate hangs in the balance as it races towards a fiery, make-or-break encounter with the Sun.
