Science

4200 MW Nuclear Power Complex Planned in Madhya Pradesh’s Chutka and Bhimpur

India is set to install two nuclear power plants in Madhya Pradesh – a 1,400 MW unit at Chutka and a 2,800 MW unit at Bhimpur – totaling 4,200 MW of capacity.

10 Sep 2026

Ujjain Temple Authorities Scan Standing Hanuman Statue Before Relocation

Before moving the revered Standing Hanuman statue at Ujjain's Shri Khade Hanuman Temple, officials carried out a detailed scan. Experts advise thorough analysis before any decision to relocate the icon.

10 Sep 2026

10th Eureka Science Fest Lights Up St. Joseph’s College, Jakhama

The 10th edition of the Eureka Science Festival was hosted at St. Joseph’s College in Jakhama, Nagaland, drawing students and faculty for a day of interactive science activities.

10 Sep 2026

India and France deepen space ties through new private-sector agreements

India and France have signed fresh private‑sector deals to boost joint space activities, marking a step up in bilateral cooperation.

10 Sep 2026

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