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HONEYBEES TRAINED TO DETECT LANDMINES
In 2010, researchers revealed that honeybees identify human faces by processing facial features in much the same way people do. Years later, the discovery became an inspiration for developing advanced automatic facial recognition technology- In 2012, scientists from Arizona and Norway revealed that honeybees can rejuvenate aging brains. Years later, it advanced efforts to slow age-related cognitive decline in humans
- In 2013, Croatian scientists trained honeybees with TNT-laced sugar syrup. Years later, it helped restore mine-contaminated landscapes by detecting hidden explosives
- NIA unearths cross-border conspiracy to plant IED on passenger train, chargesheets 2The National Investigation Agency filed a chargesheet against two individuals in a terror plot. This conspiracy involved smuggling explosiv...07 Aug, 2026, 11.06 PM IST
- Ashwini Vaishnaw's Rajya Sabha reply sheds light on road-ahead for India's new hydrogen trainIndia's hydrogen train has run nearly 2,500 km in commercial operations since its launch. This pilot project aims to assess hydrogen propul...07 Aug, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
- A hidden black hole stayed invisible until it destroyed a passing star, revealing a cosmic mysteryAstronomers have identified a dormant supermassive black hole far from its galaxy's center. This hidden object revealed itself by tearing a...07 Aug, 2026, 05.37 AM IST
- Government tightens deepfake rules, mandates AI content labels and three-hour takedown timelineIndia has mandated clear labelling for AI-generated synthetic content. Social media platforms now have only three hours to remove unlawful ...06 Aug, 2026, 10.34 PM IST
- Ukrainian researchers claim they found over 20 ‘UFOs’ using Moon as a base; could reach Earth in 20 minutesUkrainian researchers made headlines after detecting over twenty mysterious objects in the vicinity of the Moon, which showcased rapid mobi...06 Aug, 2026, 11.55 AM IST
- Rajasthan govt steps up efforts to tackle sickle cell anaemia in tribal areas; over 37 lakh screenedRajasthan is intensifying efforts to combat sickle cell anaemia in tribal areas. Over 37 lakh people have been screened, nearing the state'...05 Aug, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
- This 14-year-old teen in Canada has invented a wearable that detects IV leaks before swelling beginsAkshath Anand, a 14-year-old student, won a gold medal for his innovative IV safety monitoring system. His wearable device uses pressure se...05 Aug, 2026, 03.08 PM IST
- In 2004, scientists found a way to detect hidden rail flaws without stopping trainsUniversity of Warwick researchers developed a new non-contact rail crack detection technology. This system uses electromagnetic acoustic tr...05 Aug, 2026, 02.32 AM IST
- The AI layoffs are backfiring: Why companies are rehiring employees they let goCompanies are rehiring workers after AI failed to fully replace human expertise. Ford and Klarna found AI could not detect all defects or m...04 Aug, 2026, 06.23 PM IST
- Florida Python Challenge 2026 winners to be announced this week: Why hundreds compete to hunt invasive snakes for a $10,000 prizeThe Florida Python Challenge invites enthusiasts to actively combat the invasive Burmese python population. Each year, exciting cash prizes...04 Aug, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
- Bastar 2.0: Calm returns, trust remains a work in progressPeace has returned to Bastar villages after Maoist insurgency officially ended. Former rebels now seek rehabilitation and new livelihoods t...02 Aug, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
- RBI asks banks to install fake currency detection machines at branches along international bordersThe Reserve Bank of India has directed banks to enhance counterfeit note detection. Branches near international borders must now have note ...31 Jul, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
- Researchers trained 182 pet dog teams to find spotted lanternfly egg masses; successful teams later detected live egg masses 92% of the timeA new study shows pet dogs can detect invasive spotted lanternfly egg masses. Researchers trained 182 dog-owner teams to identify these hid...30 Jul, 2026, 04.28 PM IST
- Bees changed their behavior quietly as millions of Americans struggled with some of the hottest temperatures and record heat dome; this simple insect prepared for a storm humans did not see comingA powerful heat dome in July 2026 stressed honeybee colonies across America. Bees exhibit advanced environmental sensing, adjusting behavio...30 Jul, 2026, 02.31 PM IST
- Viral video shows man lighting diya inside moving train, sparks fire safety concerns; watchA viral video shows a passenger lighting an oil lamp and incense on a moving train. This act raised significant concerns about passenger sa...28 Jul, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
- Smoke in Mumbai-bound Mahalaxmi Express sparks panic; no casualtySmoke was detected in a Mahalaxmi Express coach near Karjat on Tuesday morning. This incident briefly caused panic among passengers traveli...28 Jul, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
- Smoke detected in Dhauli Express in Odisha; affected coach detachedSmoke was detected in a Dhauli Express coach on Sunday night. The incident occurred at Markona railway station in Odisha's Balasore distric...27 Jul, 2026, 08.43 AM IST
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