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In the 1940s, the brown tree snake reached Guam hidden in post-WWII cargo and set off a chain reaction that scientists are still measuring today; birds gone, tree seedlings down by up to 92%, and spiders multiplying up to 40-fold on an island that once had neitherAn invasive brown treesnake on Guam has decimated native bird populations, leading to a silent forest. This loss has crippled the island's ...
UAE to launch first passenger train on June 30The UAE is set to launch its inaugural passenger train service this month, connecting Abu Dhabi and Fujairah initially. This ambitious proj...
Five-min walk break every hour feasible, effective in offsetting harms of prolonged sitting: StudyA recent study reveals that taking a five-minute walking break every hour is the sweet spot for combating the health risks of prolonged sit...
India's biggest space-tech opportunity lies downstream, not just in launchesSpaceX's massive valuation highlights the immense potential in space technology, with Starlink and AI driving value. While India's space st...
UK Prime Minister Starmer plans social media ban for under-16sBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced plans to ban social media for children under 16, alongside restrictions on gaming and livestr...
Centre urges states to accelerate nuclear power plants and green energy storageIndia is accelerating approvals for nuclear power plants and energy storage systems. This push is vital for the nation's growing data and A...
Several red flags emerge as SpaceX IPO hawks Elon Musk's Mars dreamSpaceX's bold Mars vision faces scientific doubts. Experts highlight engineering challenges and human biology unknowns. Colonizing Mars pre...
Reactor reboot at world's largest nuclear plant highlights flaws in Japan's radioactive waste plansJapan has restarted its largest nuclear power plant to meet energy demands. However, the nation faces a critical challenge: a severe shorta...
India to invest ₹13K-cr in dual use airport at Great Nicobar IslandIndia is set to build a new dual-use airport on Great Nicobar Island. This ₹13,000 crore project will serve both military and civilian need...
In 1839, an artist opened a chemical cabinet: And a hidden image helped launch photographA groundbreaking invention in 1839 by Louis Daguerre changed photography forever. His method captured invisible images on a silver plate. T...
Kerala government forms four member expert panel to examine high-speed rail proposalKerala government has formed a four member expert committee to study a proposed high-speed rail corridor. The corridor would connect Thiruv...
In 1931, a journalist noticed that newspaper ink dried faster than his pen, which led to the invention of the ballpoint penWhile reporting on the latest stories, Hungarian journalist László Bíró found himself frustrated by the black smudges left by traditional f...
NLC India, Reliance Industries to jointly explore developing underground lignite gasification project in GujaratNLC India Ltd and Reliance Industries Ltd are partnering to explore underground lignite gasification in Gujarat. This collaboration aims to...
Haryana has assured to supply 1,000 cusecs of water to national capital: Delhi CM Rekha GuptaHaryana has assured Delhi of 1,000 cusecs of water supply via the Munak Canal. This comes as Delhi faces a significant drop in water produc...
International students are 'shopping globally' before choosing where to studyInternational students are increasingly comparing multiple countries, with visa rules, career outcomes, and value for money now key decisio...
NTPC starts site selection studies in Gujrat, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh for nuclear projectsState-owned NTPC is exploring new nuclear power projects. Site selection studies have begun in Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and...
NHAI inks MoU with NGI for advanced consultancy support in tunnel engineeringNHAI has partnered with Norway's Geotechnical Institute. This collaboration will bring advanced international expertise to India's national...
Govt working on plan to rollout water metro transport system in 18 citiesIndia is set to launch a water metro transport system in 18 cities. This initiative aims to transform waterways into efficient public trans...
Centre plans Guwahati Water Metro in Phase I of nationwide rollout: Union minister Sarbananda SonowalIndia is set to launch Water Metro services in 18 cities, with Guwahati leading Phase I. This initiative aims to transform waterways into e...
NTPC to submit first nuclear project feasibility studyPower giant NTPC is set to submit its first nuclear project feasibility study to the Department of Atomic Energy. This move aims to secure ...