Science

Odisha zoo rolls out special care for rescued baby orangutans

The Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar has welcomed rescued baby orangutans, providing them with toys, fresh fruit and a tailored diet.

10 Sep 2026

Archaeologists Gear Up to Uncover Mauryan Stupa at Vaishya Tekri, Ujjain

A new dig at Vaishya Tekri near Ujjain aims to excavate a massive Mauryan-period stupa, following the discovery of 42 skeletons at Kumhar Tekri. Scientists hope modern analysis will shed light on ancient burial practices.

10 Sep 2026

Maharashtra Leads Vulture Recovery: Melghat and Pench Record Highest Survival Rates

Maharashtra's conservation efforts have yielded the highest survival rates for vultures in the Melghat and Pench regions, marking a significant milestone in the species' comeback.

10 Sep 2026

First Indian Record of Rare High‑Altitude Fish in Arunachal Pradesh

Scientists have documented a rare high‑altitude fish species for the first time in India, discovered in the remote streams of Arunachal Pradesh. The find highlights the region’s rich biodiversity.

10 Sep 2026

Ecological Crisis Unfolds in East Jainta Hills, Meghalaya

Reports highlight a growing ecological disaster in East Jainta Hills, raising concerns over environmental degradation in the district.

10 Sep 2026

Himachal Govt Proposes Astronomy Centres in Lahaul‑Spiti, Pangi

The Himachal Pradesh government has announced plans to establish astronomy centres in the Lahaul‑Spiti district and the Pangi valley to promote scientific learning and tourism.

10 Sep 2026

Eastern Mirror Publishes ‘Reckoning with Climate Reality’ Feature

The Eastern Mirror newspaper released a feature titled ‘Reckoning with Climate Reality’, focusing on the urgency of climate challenges.

10 Sep 2026

Five orangutans rescued in Odisha, probe launched to trace their arrival

Five orangutans have been relocated to a sanctuary in Odisha, prompting officials to investigate how the primates arrived in the state.

10 Sep 2026

Five orphaned baby orangutans rescued in Odisha forest during routine patrol

Forest officials on a routine patrol in Odisha discovered five infant orangutans abandoned in the forest and have taken them into protective custody.

10 Sep 2026

Doon Experts Urge Conservation‑First Approach to Himalayan Development

Leading scholars from Doon emphasized that any development in the Himalayas must prioritize ecological conservation, warning of irreversible damage if ignored.

10 Sep 2026

C.N.R. Rao Listed in SIR Discrepancy Register, Officials Refute Notice Claim

The name of veteran chemist C.N.R. Rao has appeared in a Science Innovation Registry discrepancy list, while government officials say no notice was served.

09 Sep 2026

Meghalaya High Court orders probe as FSL Shillong halts DNA testing over chemical shortage

The Forensic Science Laboratory in Shillong has suspended DNA testing after running out of essential chemicals, prompting the Meghalaya High Court to request a ground report on the situation.

09 Sep 2026