What is Planet Nine, and where is it? Mystery of large hidden planet beyond Neptune explainedWhat is Planet Nine, and where is it? The question has fascinated astronomers for years. Scientists believe a massive undiscovered planet m...
09 Jun, 2026, 09.04 AM IST
Penguin feathers inspired a "living skin" material that could slash energy bills in buildingsResearchers have developed a revolutionary thin film inspired by penguin feathers that passively switches between heating and cooling modes...
04 Jun, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
Megacity heatwaves are now a fatal nightmareCities are becoming dangerous places at night due to rising temperatures. Lack of cool nights strains the body, increasing risks of serious...
03 Jun, 2026, 08.44 AM IST
India’s scorching nights strain power grid and threaten healthIndia faces a dual threat from dangerously hot summers and increasingly sweltering nights, exacerbated by global warming and urban heat isl...
26 May, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
Heat threat hangs over 2026 FIFA World Cup as scientists warn of unsafe match conditionsThe 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America faces a significant risk from soaring temperatures. Scientists warn that many matches could be pla...
14 May, 2026, 10.22 AM IST
Niti Aayog evaluates solar radiation modification to address extreme heat conditions in IndiaNiti Aayog has formed a working group to study Solar Radiation Modification. This technology aims to cool the planet by reflecting sunlight...
14 May, 2026, 01.07 AM IST
This solar-powered device turns moisture from the air into drinking water and could help off-grid communities facing water shortagesScientists have developed solar-powered devices that harvest drinking water directly from the atmosphere, even in arid conditions. These of...
12 May, 2026, 07.07 PM IST
Moon lava tubes are emerging as one of the strongest shelter ideas for future astronautsScientists are increasingly interested in lunar lava tubes. These underground formations offer natural protection from radiation and extrem...
07 May, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analystsWhat we are witnessing in the market these days is similar to scenarios that have played out in the past. There have been many points in th...
29 Apr, 2026, 11.57 PM IST
Why Opening Windows at the Wrong Time Can Trap Heat InsideOpening windows on hot days can trap heat, making homes warmer and more uncomfortable. Research shows that hot air enters homes through ope...
18 Apr, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
Think Again: Volcanic eruptions can cool Earth – but the impact isn’t so simple; here is whyVolcanic eruptions can influence global temperatures, with explosive events injecting gases like sulfur dioxide into the stratosphere, lead...
13 Apr, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
NASA’s Artemis II astronauts back home with ‘picture perfect’ re-entry to Earth, but the moon mission is not over yet; here’s whyNASA's Artemis II mission concluded successfully with the Orion spacecraft and its four astronauts splashing down in the Pacific Ocean. Thi...
11 Apr, 2026, 07.35 AM IST
Strongest solar radiation storm in over 20 years sparks dazzling auroras across Europe and US, raises concerns for satellites, flights and astronautsSolar radiation storm: The Sun has released the strongest solar radiation storm in more than 20 years, triggering auroras across Europe and...
22 Jan, 2026, 07.45 AM IST
What is "extreme solar particle event"? How may it damage Earth's ozone layer?Scientists warn that extreme solar particle events, occurring every thousand years, could severely damage Earth's ozone layer, increasing U...
14 Jul, 2024, 01.41 AM IST
WHO-led study reveals working under sun causes one in three deaths from non-melanoma skin cancerThe study underscores the urgent need for protective measures, including policies, regulations, and training, to reduce the risk of sun-ind...
10 Nov, 2023, 06.18 PM IST
Greenland ice sheet getting darker, ups melting risk: StudyGreenland's snowy surface has been getting darker over the past two decades, absorbing more heat from the Sun and increasing snow melt, a n...
04 Mar, 2016, 05.20 PM IST
More sun may mean fewer kids, grandkidsIncreased UV radiation can have an effect on human fertility over generations, a new study has warned.
10 Jan, 2015, 10.42 AM IST