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In 1950, a live and unanaesthetized mouse was sent to the upper atmosphere in a V-2 rocket to test biological responses and capture physiological data and imagery during the flight- Jammu & Kashmir: Army kills one terrorist in forest area of Budgam; hunt on for second
- In 1947, the military sent fruit flies 67 miles into space to test radiation risks. 11 years later, NASA was founded in 1958, with animal flights underway in America now
- Zorawar: The war machine built to counter China takes centre stage in India's Belgium defence outreachIndia and Belgium are cooperating on advanced defense equipment development. Prime Minister Modi highlighted the indigenous Zorawar light t...03 Sep, 2026, 02.01 PM IST
- Why are some mountain trees moving downhill as the planet warms? Scientists may have an answerMountain trees are migrating uphill and downhill due to climate change. Their water transport efficiency and drought resistance determine t...26 Aug, 2026, 08.18 PM IST
- Why more Indians are taking up birdwatching: The hobby that can calm your mind and sharpen your brainBirdwatching is emerging as a popular hobby in India, attracting people of all ages and backgrounds. Beyond offering a way to reconnect wit...23 Aug, 2026, 12.15 PM IST
- Pentagon weighs scaling back US military presence across Persian Gulf: ReportThe Pentagon is assessing options to reduce its military presence in the Persian Gulf. Extensive damage from the Iran conflict has prompted...20 Aug, 2026, 09.50 AM IST
- Indian Navy adds two more SeaGuardian drones in ₹1,943 crore lease dealIndia's defence ministry has leased two more MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones from General Atomics. These advanced drones will significantly boost ...17 Aug, 2026, 11.51 PM IST
- Passengers recount Air India Phuket-Delhi flight turbulence ordeal, raise concerns over safety lapsesPassengers on an Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi reported severe turbulence and concerns about the pilot's behavior. The Aircraft Acc...09 Aug, 2026, 11.41 PM IST
- Scientists spent 10 years searching for East Asia's tallest tree—what they found was extraordinaryResearchers found East Asia's tallest tree, a Taiwania fir, standing 84.1 meters high. This discovery followed a decade-long scientific exp...04 Aug, 2026, 10.00 PM IST
- The Story of 'Toughie': How the last known gliding tree frog vanishedThe last known Rabbs' fringe-limbed tree frog, named Toughie, died in 2016, marking the species' likely extinction. Researchers collected a...01 Aug, 2026, 12.03 PM IST
- NASA’s Swift telescope could crash to Earth as $30 million rescue spacecraft spins out of controlA mission to save NASA's Swift telescope is encountering difficulties. The Link satellite, sent for rescue, has developed thruster problems...29 Jul, 2026, 08.32 PM IST
- FIFA World Cup 2026: Pickford faces familiar threat as Jiminez brings six goal record into WC clashRaul Jimenez arrives with a psychological edge over England's Jordan Pickford, having scored six career Premier League goals against him. M...05 Jul, 2026, 06.56 PM IST
- Why India is launching a mission to recover 'Green Boots' from Mount Everest site after 30 yearsIndian authorities are reportedly launching a challenging mission to retrieve the body of Dorje Morup, known as "Green Boots," from Mount E...01 Jul, 2026, 04.19 PM IST
- This flower blooms only once a year for one night at this UNESCO site, just 500 kms from Delhi. Where is it and what else to see here?The Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is now open, drawing nature lovers to its vibrant monsoon blooms. Beyon...18 Jun, 2026, 10.35 AM IST
- Snow leopard retreats from a pack of dogs. Uttarakhand forest officer says the real problem is not the dogs but...A rare snow leopard video reveals a growing conservation issue. Stray dogs, fueled by unmanaged waste in lower valleys, are venturing into ...18 Jun, 2026, 07.58 AM IST
- Indian Army calls killing of 3 JeM terrorists in J&K's Kishtwar a ‘massive blow to the terror network’Security forces have eliminated three Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists in Kishtwar. This operation spanned 326 days in challenging terrain. The ...23 Feb, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
- JK: Terrorist killed in encounter in Kishtwar, combing ops underway in UdhampurIn Jammu and Kashmir, security forces eliminated a terrorist in Kishtwar during a search operation, while another operation is underway in ...12 Apr, 2025, 12.41 AM IST
- Govt starts process of procuring surveillance helicopters for high altitude areasThe government has initiated the procurement of 1,000 surveillance helicopters and accessories for operations up to 5,500 metres above sea ...13 Feb, 2025, 12.56 AM IST
- On surveillance mission, MQ-9B Sea Guardian drone encounters 'technical failure'An Indian Navy MQ-9B Sea Guardian drone, leased from General Atomics, experienced a technical failure during a surveillance mission near Ch...18 Sep, 2024, 09.56 PM IST
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