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In 2017, geologists argued that Earth has an eighth continent; Zealandia covers 4.9 million square kilometres, with 94% lying beneath the PacificZealandia is a colossal geological entity primarily resting underwater in the Pacific Ocean. Despite its submerged status, its extensive co...
A rumour, a rush: Chaos at Morocco border with Spain's CeutaRumors of a border opening prompted thousands to attempt a dangerous journey to Ceuta. Moroccan police used tear gas and water cannons as c...
In Istanbul, commuter trains run 60 meters beneath the sea through the deepest immersed tunnel ever sunk, the first rail link joining Europe and Asia under the BosphorusIstanbul's Marmaray Tunnel serves as a vital link between Europe and Asia, effectively slashing commute times for thousands. This remarkabl...
Are the world’s freshwater sources vanishing before our eyes? Satellite images reveal an appalling global water crisisAcross the globe, our precious rivers, lakes, and reservoirs are diminishing at an alarming rate. Cutting-edge satellite imagery underscore...
In 2013, scientists studying volcanic rocks near Mauritius uncovered ancient zircon clues that revealed a buried microcontinent beneath the Indian OceanScientists have found a piece of ancient Earth's crust hidden in the Indian Ocean. This submerged landmass, called Mauritia, is not a lost ...
An 8,000-Year-Old Secret Beneath the Water, and What It Reveals About Early Human RitualsArchaeologists unearthed a prehistoric human skeleton in a submerged cave off Mexico's Caribbean coast, dating back over 8,000 years. Found...
At least 7 killed in landslides in J&K's Kathua; 11 injuredHeavy rains triggered landslides in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the tragic death of seven people, including five chi...
A 140 million-year-old lost continent beneath Europe and the Alps connectionScientists have unearthed Greater Adria, a lost continent the size of Greenland, hidden beneath Southern Europe for 140 million years. Adva...
Welspun Corp secures Rs 1,950 crore order for pipe, bend supplyWelspun Corp Ltd has secured a significant export order valued at Rs 1,950 crore for the supply of line pipes and bends, boosting its conso...
Fundamental Radar: What’s likely to drive re-rating of Welspun Corp? Narendra Solanki explainsIts manufacturing facilities are strategically located in India, US and Saudi Arabia. The company has established a leadership position glo...
Scientists uncover Zealandia: The lost continent beneath the wavesScientists have recently unveiled Zealandia, a long-lost continent submerged beneath the ocean's surface for 375 years. Zealandia was origi...
Libya: Storm Daniel triggers severe rain and floods, 10000 missing; Know what happenedLibya has been hit hard by Storm Daniel, resulting in catastrophic flooding in the eastern part of the country. Here's what happened:
Seychelles makes teleportation a reality!Journey to this paradise island is just four-and-a-half hours away from India. So, go ahead and enjoy your 'me time'.
How world's biggest volcanoes formed unveiledThe study found that the volcanoes formed along twin tracks due to a shift in the Pacific plate's direction three million years ago.
- Lost 'Zealandia' under Pacific close to recognition as continent
Wellington, Feb 17 (IANS) Zealandia -- a lost continent submerged in the southwest Pacific -- is a step closer to being recognised, the aut...
Earth may have brand new continent 'Zealandia'The 4.9 million kilometre region of the southwest Pacific Ocean is made up of continental crust, researchers said.
Could the Earth become a waterworld?According to a new estimate, Earth's continental crust has been slimming down and if this slimming rate holds, the continents might disappe...
Continents rose above oceans earlier than thoughtContinents may have first risen above the oceans about 3 billion years ago - a billion years earlier than thought, a new study has found.
- Antarctica's underwater melt behind 90% of ice loss: Study
Melting of Antarctica's submerged ice shelves accounts for as much as 90 per cent of ice loss in some areas, a new study suggests.
- Islands affected by climate change must consider radical options
Bring climate-change lawsuits against industrial countries, hoping that compensation will help descendants to secure higher ground.