For 65 million years, this ancient fish was thought extinct since the age of the dinosaurs—until it was found alive in South Africa.A chance discovery in South Africa in 1938 unveiled a 'living fossil' – a fish thought extinct for 65 million years. This remarkable coelac...
21 Jun, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
Middle East outages to keep aluminium market tight near-term, but Indonesia-China supply wave caps upside: Goldman SachsAluminium prices are expected to remain high in the short term due to ongoing Middle East disruptions, which are now projected to extend in...
21 Jun, 2026, 09.33 AM IST
Germany Researcher Visa: Who can apply and how it worksForeign academics planning extended research stints in Germany require a dedicated visa. This long-stay national 'D' visa facilitates resea...
20 Jun, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
These nearly invisible crystals could rewrite what we know about the early Solar SystemMoon impact 3.5 billion years ago reveals hidden Solar System history through tiny mineral grains. The discovery shows asteroid bombardment...
19 Jun, 2026, 10.01 PM IST
In 1894, a Dutch anatomist brushed sediment from a riverbank in Java; it uncovered Java Man and reshaped the search for human originsIn the 1890s, Eugène Dubois conducted pivotal excavations in Java that unearthed Java Man, a groundbreaking fossil that fundamentally alter...
19 Jun, 2026, 06.58 PM IST
China's anti-desertification drive restores 10 million hectares in five years, targets 6.7 million more by 2030China has restored over 10 million hectares of desertified land and nearly 2 million hectares of rocky desertification during the 14th Five...
19 Jun, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
Tulsi Gabbard alleges Anthony Fauci funded Wuhan research in China that sparked COVID-19Outgoing US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has released declassified documents. These documents accuse Dr. Anthony Fauci o...
19 Jun, 2026, 10.06 AM IST
Duty tweaking required to boost domestic aluminium-based manufacturing: GTRIIndia's aluminium sector faces policy distortions. A think tank proposes removing import duties on raw aluminium and adding export duties o...
18 Jun, 2026, 04.34 PM IST
World's largest air purifier: Inside China's 20-storey tower designed to clean 10 million cubic metres of air a dayA colossal air purification tower in China, standing over 100 meters tall, has shown promising results in tackling smog. Researchers report...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
A massive crocodile lurked in Lucy’s world, and early human ancestors may have been its preyScientists have discovered a new ancient crocodile species named Crocodylus lucivenator. This massive reptile lived in East Africa between ...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.55 PM IST
China to support IPOs by 'future industry' startups, large model companiesThe announcements came after China's top securities regulator vowed to "actively embrace" a new phase of technological revolution and indus...
17 Jun, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
Why a strong El Niño leaves tropical commodities acutely exposedForecasters anticipate a strong El Nino developing later this year, likely boosting global temperatures and disrupting rainfall patterns. T...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
UAE provides support to contain Ebola outbreakThe UAE is supporting the World Health Organisation's efforts to control the Ebola outbreak in Africa. This aid aims to mitigate the impact...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.19 PM IST
Nepal's foreign minister visits China after calling on regional rival IndiaNepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal met China's top diplomat following a recent visit to India, presenting a challenge for Beijing's reg...
16 Jun, 2026, 10.46 AM IST
India, Italy can expand cooperation in Africa through AI Hub and development initiatives: Ambassador BartoliIndia and Italy are set to boost their collaboration in Africa. An AI Hub for Sustainable Development is planned, alongside initiatives in ...
15 Jun, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
DNA from 7000-year-old African Mummy reveals previously unknown human lineage in Sahara desert 50,000 years agoSahara Mummy DNA: DNA extracted from two 7,000-year-old naturally preserved individuals found in Libya's Takarkori rock shelter has reveale...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.46 PM IST
Vedanta Iron & Steel shares list at Rs 22 on BSE as mega demerger concludesVedanta Iron & Steel debuted on the BSE at Rs 22 and NSE at Rs 20 on Monday as part of Vedanta's demerger plan. The company, with operation...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.23 AM IST