Science

India Cannot Rely on Rescue Alone to Mitigate Disaster Risk

Down To Earth reports that rescue operations alone cannot solve India’s growing disaster risk, urging stronger prevention and preparedness measures.

13 Oct 2026

Eight-month-old cheetah cub dies in Madhya Pradesh’s Kuno National Park

A cheetah cub, about eight months old, belonging to the Namibian female Asha, has died in Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh. The cause of death is yet to be confirmed pending a post‑mortem report.

12 Oct 2026

Uttarakhand CM Dhami Allocates ₹1 Crore for State Science Festivals

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced a ₹1 crore fund to support science festivals across the state, aiming to promote scientific curiosity among citizens.

12 Oct 2026

Nagaland University and IIT Bombay unveil platform to steer quantum states via magnetic fields

Researchers from Nagaland University and IIT Bombay have proposed a new platform that uses magnetic fields to control quantum states, marking a step forward in quantum technology research.

12 Oct 2026

Two-headed snake with wolf-like teeth found in Dahod shocks locals

A bizarre two-headed snake with sickle-shaped, wolf-like teeth was discovered in Dahod, Gujarat, startling residents.

12 Oct 2026

October wildlife photo roundup captures India's diverse fauna

Mid-Day's photo gallery this week highlights sightings of elephants, tigers, migratory birds and other species across Indian forests and protected areas.

12 Oct 2026

GSI’s recognition of Deoban site strengthens Pithoragarh’s Geopark proposal

The Geological Survey of India has officially recognised the Deoban geological site in Uttarakhand, a move that bolsters the district’s application for UNESCO Geopark status.

12 Oct 2026

31 University of Hyderabad Researchers Rank in Stanford-Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List

31 researchers from the University of Hyderabad have been named among the world’s top 2 percent scientists by the Stanford-Elsevier ranking, a recognition that highlights the institution’s research excellence.

11 Oct 2026

Central Team Visits Meghalaya Coalfields to Study Scientific Mining Techniques

A delegation from the central government inspected coalfields in Meghalaya to evaluate and promote scientific mining methods.

11 Oct 2026

Assam Scientist Dr. Kaustubh Bora Ranks in Global Top 2% of Scientists for 2026

Dr. Kaustubh Bora from Assam has been listed among the world’s top 2% scientists for the year 2026, a recognition that highlights his contributions to scientific research.

11 Oct 2026

India’s Lighthouses Transition from Functional Beacons to Iconic Landmarks

India is redefining its coastal lighthouses, turning them into heritage sites and tourist attractions while upgrading their technology.

11 Oct 2026

38 of 54 cheetah cubs in Kuno National Park are Indian‑born, surpassing foreign‑born

A recent count in Madhya Pradesh’s Kuno National Park shows that out of 54 cheetahs, 38 were born in India, while 16 are of foreign origin, with 28 cubs under one year present.

11 Oct 2026