Scientists are testing a new kind of air-conditioning, and the promise is cleaner cooling without refrigerants, but the big question is whether solid-state systems can ever match the efficiency of the ACs people already useNew solid-state cooling technologies are emerging to replace traditional air conditioners. These systems aim to reduce reliance on compress...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
Scientists just found a new walking shark in a tiny corner of Papua New Guinea, and the meter-long species may be vulnerable because its range is so restrictedA new species of walking shark, Hemiscyllium dudgeonae, has been discovered off the coast of Papua New Guinea. Named after Dr. Christine Du...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
A 481-meter tsunami in Alaska's Tracy Arm Fjord, triggered when a mountainside collapsed beside a retreating glacier, shows how warming can quietly prime a tourist spot for disasterA massive mountainside collapse in Alaska's Tracy Arm Fjord generated a 1,578-foot wave, the second-tallest ever recorded. Scientists attri...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
Kavitha rules out reconciliation with father KCRTRS president K Kavitha declared her association with BRS was over and has vowed to build a new future with her party, Telangana Rakshana S...
17 Jun, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
Trump-endorsed Mike Collins wins Georgia primary for Senate, to face Jon Ossoff in NovemberMike Collins secured the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate in Georgia, defeating Derek Dooley with President Trump's endorsement. H...
17 Jun, 2026, 06.38 AM IST
Woman who rescued injured crow keeps getting 'thank-you gifts' from other crowsLeah Wilson rescued a crow, and the bird's clan now follows her. Crows remember kindness and offer gifts. This shows a deep connection betw...
16 Jun, 2026, 04.36 PM IST
Scientists just mapped 110 quadrillion kilometers of hidden fungal threads underground, weighing about five times all humans combinedVast underground fungal networks, stretching billions of times to the sun, exist in Earth's soil. These hyphae, finer than hair, weigh more...
16 Jun, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
From pet to pest: A 2026 experiment reveals that releasing goldfish into lakes triggers a full ecosystem regime shift, and no lake type is immuneReleasing pet goldfish into local waters causes extensive ecological damage. These fish grow large, stir up sediment, consume prey, and out...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
Forget CS or AI? This once-overlooked engineering stream quietly becomes the surprise choice among IIT aspirantsCivil engineering has surprisingly surged in popularity among top-ranked students for IIT admissions in 2026, with significant rank improve...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
Ashoka University appoints Professor Rishikesha T. Krishnan as its next vice-chancellorAshoka University has appointed Professor Rishikesha T. Krishnan as its next Vice-Chancellor, effective August 1, 2026. A distinguished sch...
15 Jun, 2026, 12.53 PM IST
Trump and other G7 leaders are meeting without China. Is that a mistake?The G7, a club of wealthy nations, faces questions about its relevance without China. China's economy now surpasses most G7 members. Howeve...
14 Jun, 2026, 07.34 AM IST
Ahead of G7, Canadian PM Mark Carney softens tone toward Trump with trade talks at stakeCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney faces a delicate balancing act. He previously challenged global powers but now moderates his tone towar...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
Paris accord threshold could be breached in 4 years as warming accelerates: AnalysisEarth's climate is warming rapidly due to human actions. Global temperatures reached 1.37 degrees Celsius last year. Scientists warn the 1....
11 Jun, 2026, 03.14 PM IST
UGC NET 2026 Schedule: Dates, exam pattern & marking scheme explained for subjects like Commerce, English, History and Political ScienceThe UGC NET 2026 (June session) exam, crucial for aspiring Assistant Professors and JRF holders, is scheduled from June 22 to June 30, 2026...
08 Jun, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Gad Saad: ‘Women are not singularly attracted to men with resources; rather…’ The Parasitic Mind author’s evolutionary views on love, status and successQuote of the Day by Gad Saad suggests attraction often stems from perceived future potential rather than current achievements. Traits like ...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.43 PM IST
HC Verma once explained why he kept some questions without solutions in Concepts of Physics. The inspiring reason will motivate youProfessor Harish Chandra Verma, renowned for his 'Concepts of Physics' books, intentionally omitted a solutions manual to foster deeper lea...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
India calls out Pakistan at UN; says Jammu & Kashmir 'is, was and always will be' India'sIndia strongly rebuked Pakistan at the UN General Assembly for misusing international forums to discuss Jammu and Kashmir, asserting it is ...
06 Jun, 2026, 08.56 AM IST