Science

Mizoram launches new solar and hydro projects to boost clean energy capacity

The state government announced the commissioning of additional solar and hydroelectric installations aimed at expanding Mizoram's renewable power generation.

30 Aug 2026

Experts to Survey Khangri Glaciers in Arunachal Pradesh After Nepal Floods

Following severe flash floods in Nepal, a team of glaciologists and hydrologists will carry out a bathymetric survey of the Khangri glaciers in Arunachal Pradesh to assess their vulnerability.

30 Aug 2026

Himachal Pradesh flags 67 vulnerable glacial lakes, to set up early‑warning for four

The Himachal Pradesh government has identified 67 glacial lakes at risk of outburst floods and will install early‑warning systems for four of them.

30 Aug 2026

Tech Billionaire Bryan Johnson Aims to Extend Dog Lifespan to Match Human Longevity

Tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson plans to apply his anti‑aging research to dogs, intending to make his pet Katara the most studied canine worldwide.

30 Aug 2026

Tigress Zeenat Takes Up Residence in Similipal Tiger Reserve

A female tiger named Zeenat has been confirmed to have settled in Similipal Tiger Reserve, Odisha, marking a notable addition to the reserve's big cat population.

30 Aug 2026

India's Centre Accelerates Early Warning Systems for 188 Himalayan Lakes

The central government has stepped up efforts to install early warning systems at 188 Himalayan lakes to reduce the risk of sudden outburst floods.

30 Aug 2026

Rare Spoon-tailed Duskhawker Dragonfly Photographed for First Time in Arunachal Pradesh

The Times of India reports that the elusive Spoon-tailed Duskhawker dragonfly has been photographed for the first time in Arunachal Pradesh, marking a significant addition to the region's documented biodiversity.

30 Aug 2026

15 New Rove Beetle Species Discovered in Arunachal Pradesh

Researchers have documented fifteen previously unknown rove beetle species from the forests of Arunachal Pradesh, expanding the known biodiversity of the region.

30 Aug 2026

Fisheries Director Announces SOPs to Safeguard Marine Megafauna

The fisheries director said new standard operating procedures will be introduced shortly to protect large marine species such as whales, dolphins and sea turtles.

30 Aug 2026

Strong tremors shake Himachal Pradesh in latest earthquake

A moderate earthquake struck Himachal Pradesh, causing strong shaking across the state.

30 Aug 2026

Rare Dragonfly First Photographed in Arunachal Pradesh, Expanding State Biodiversity

Scientists have captured the first photograph of a rare dragonfly species in Arunachal Pradesh, marking a new addition to the state’s documented biodiversity.

29 Aug 2026

Gujarat Unveils India's First State-Level Sports Genomics Initiative

The Gujarat government has launched India's inaugural state-level sports genomics programme, aiming to integrate genetic insights into athlete development.

29 Aug 2026