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In 2005, scientists revealed how ships helped Moon Jellyfish conquer the world's seas and threaten ecosystems around the planet- Japan coral protectors race to save reefs from heat 'bomb'
- In 2015, a British swimmer entered Antarctica’s freezing sea wearing only swimming trunks; his campaign helped protect 1.57 million square kilometers
- 1,700 years ago, a Roman commander declared himself emperor in Britain. Now a tiny silver coin found beneath a railway is bringing his forgotten empire back to lifeNearly 1,700 years ago, a Roman naval commander escaped execution, declared himself emperor and carved out a rival Roman empire in Britain ...27 Jul, 2026, 04.59 PM IST
- Why reopening the Strait of Hormuz may demand more than US airstrikesPresident Trump seeks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict with Iran. Securing this vital waterway may require tens of thou...14 Jul, 2026, 09.38 AM IST
- 12 scientists will drift across the Arctic, locked inside sea ice for 8 months to watch an ocean survive its darkest, coldest seasonA daring expedition is underway as 12 individuals will spend eight months adrift in the Arctic Ocean, encased in ice. This mission, Tara Po...26 Jun, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
- China's Ministry of State Security warns 'spy turtles' are fishing for sea secretsForeign spies are fitting turtles and fish with sensors to create underwater maps of China's coastline, Beijing warned Friday in apparent r...12 Jun, 2026, 10.49 AM IST
- Hegseth says the US controls the Strait of Hormuz, while also warning of bomb strikes on Iran’s 'key facilities'America is taking a firm stand in the Strait of Hormuz, demonstrating significant influence over this crucial maritime corridor. While Iran...11 Jun, 2026, 08.38 AM IST
- A 15-year-old from Ontario built a bionic underwater “robot turtle” that detects what is quietly killing our seas and just won $50,000 for itA young innovator has created BURT, a robotic turtle that moves quietly underwater. This AI-powered machine mimics natural swimming to obse...09 Jun, 2026, 03.33 PM IST
- How an IIT grad became 'Turtle Walker': Walked 4000 km of India's coastline to map sea turtle nesting sites without even a GPSOn World Environment Day 2026, it is only rightful to remember Satish Bhaskar who dedicated decades of his life to understanding and protec...05 Jun, 2026, 12.10 PM IST
- UN biodiversity treaty enters into force, aims to protect 30% of oceans by 2030A historic global treaty safeguarding high seas biodiversity is now in effect. This legally binding framework aims to combat overfishing an...17 Jan, 2026, 10.31 AM IST
- Dia Mirza teams up with Hollywood star Edward Norton for UNEP documentary seriesThe actress, who is UNEP's Goodwill Ambassador, narrated 'Big Ocean States' in the documentary.07 Apr, 2023, 09.28 AM IST
- Dugong: Sea cow that inspired mermaid tales declared extinct in ChinaDugongs are quite gentle animals that are rarely seen grazing on seagrass and swimming gracefully through the ocean. Researchers interviewe...24 Aug, 2022, 07.42 PM IST
- Plastic pollution harming bacteria that help us breathe15 May, 2019, 02.09 PM IST
- More microplastics on Maharashtra, Karnataka beaches than Goa: studyDuring the study, researchers found significant variations in the distribution pattern of plastic contaminants on different beaches of Maha...22 Mar, 2018, 12.43 PM IST
- Plastic debris a threat to marine life along Goa's coastMarine life along Goa's shoreline is facing a threat from plastic debris that gets washed ashore during the monsoon season, says a study by...14 Jul, 2016, 12.37 PM IST
- Rising CO2 levels causing 'tooth decay' in sea organisms: ScientistsRising carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere are having a catastrophic effect on microscopic marine life, according to scientists.27 Jul, 2013, 12.59 PM IST
- Experts say oil spill to impact marine life, environment minister Jayanthi Natarajan rules out any problem"At this point of time, we do not see a cause for concern," she said. But experts fear oil spill's adverse impact on the marine life.09 Aug, 2011, 03.32 AM IST
- Erosion of Juhu seabed a worry, say environmentalistsEnvironmentalists and marine experts said the stranded MV Wisdom could pose a severe threat to the coast's ecology if it remains at Juhu be...21 Jun, 2011, 07.43 AM IST
- Sewage, coastal destruction threaten marine lifeSewage is a growing threat to oceans and seas, putting at risk marine life and habitats as the pollution problem escalates, the United Nati...05 Oct, 2006, 12.10 AM IST
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