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Lay newspaper 2–3 layers thick around garden plants, then cover it with several inches of straw or compost; the paper blocks light while the top layer holds it down- In 2025, DLR tested continuous spirulina growth on the ISS for future closed-loop life support; Limnospira indica produced oxygen and edible biomass in microgravity
- In 1984, NASA sent 12.5 million tomato seeds into orbit for nearly six years. After their return, 132,000 experiment kits were distributed across every US state and 30 countries
- BRICS adopts New Delhi Declaration: Inside the 140-point document on Global South's ambitionsBRICS leaders adopted the New Delhi Declaration at the 18th summit, reaffirming their commitment to cooperation, multilateralism and a more...14 Sep, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
- You don't need big budget to start a terrace garden. Here are 6 low-maintenance vegetable plants to grow at home for under Rs 500Terrace gardening is an inventive solution for anyone wanting to cultivate fresh vegetables on a budget. By repurposing old buckets and con...12 Sep, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
- In 2004, ESA grew rocket seeds on the ISS with André Kuipers; after four days, dark-grown seedlings were taller and yellow, while lit ones stayed smaller and greenA 2004 space project involving astronaut Andre Kuipers and schoolchildren explored plant growth factors. Thousands of students participated...11 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
- School Assembly News Headlines, September 11, 2026: Top national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the dayThe Supreme Court has taken charge of overseeing the case concerning the Satya Niketan building collapse. In another context, Prince Rahim ...10 Sep, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
- In 2009, researchers in Spain mixed grape waste with slate mining waste and created a soil-like material that could help barren mine dumps grow plantsResearchers in north-west Spain are turning grape waste into a soil-like material by mixing grape marc compost and vermicompost with barren...09 Sep, 2026, 10.09 PM IST
- Karnataka identifies land for space manufacturing cluster near BengaluruThe proposed space park will support space technology manufacturing, assembly, integration, testing, research and innovation, and bring tog...08 Sep, 2026, 09.47 PM IST
- Indian space startup GalaxEye wins US patent for satellite imaging technologyIndian space startup GalaxEye secured a US patent for its satellite sensor synchronisation system. This technology allows for precise, simu...08 Sep, 2026, 03.42 PM IST
- Retired Kerala headmistress turns 3,500 sq ft home into Dragon fruit farm, earns whopping Rs 4 Lakh monthlyAfter retiring as a headmistress, Remabhai S discovered a newfound passion for cultivating dragon fruit within her property. By repurposing...05 Sep, 2026, 07.17 PM IST
- In 2021, NASA grew Hatch chile peppers on the International Space Station; over 137 days, the plants produced harvestable fruit with unusually straight stemsIn 2021, NASA astronauts successfully cultivated Hatch chile peppers aboard the International Space Station, observing that the lack of gra...04 Sep, 2026, 08.27 PM IST
- India harnessing power of its industry for space programmes: Shah on EOS-05 launchIndia's first imaging satellite, EOS-05, was successfully placed into geosynchronous orbit by ISRO. The GSLV-F17 rocket launched the over 2...04 Sep, 2026, 07.35 PM IST
- Andhra man quits pharmaceutical industry after 25 years to grow Moringa. Turns leaves into a Rs 1,000/Kg product, earns Rs 15 lakh per acreAfter dedicating 25 years of his career to Dr Reddy's Laboratories, Annapureddy Prakash Reddy took a bold step back to his agricultural roo...04 Sep, 2026, 07.15 PM IST
- Isro launches EOS-05 satellite: India's first dedicated geostationary Earth-observation satelliteIn a notable achievement, Isro has successfully launched the EOS-05 satellite aboard the GSLV-F17 vehicle. The satellite will offer near re...04 Sep, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
- In 1989, CNN founder Ted Turner bought a 113,613-acre Montana ranch for $21 million and made a radical change that transformed the landIn 1989, CNN founder Ted Turner bought Montana’s massive Flying D Ranch for $21 million and made a dramatic shift in how the land was manag...03 Sep, 2026, 10.07 PM IST
- 100-sq-ft farm, Rs 24 lakh annual profit: Coimbatore BCA graduate quits job to grow microgreens, says ‘Every additional tray adds straight to profit’Vignesh P has transformed a modest 100 square feet of his Coimbatore farm into a thriving vertical microgreen operation. This clever shift,...03 Sep, 2026, 06.45 PM IST
- A 2026 study examined 135 bird species over 16 years in Peru’s Amazon and found that satellite measurements of forest conditions predicted bird occurrence better than traditional habitat categories, suggesting remote sensing could improve biodiversity monitoring across vast tropical forestsRecent studies indicate that satellite imagery provides superior insights into the locations of birds in the Amazon rainforest. Traditional...02 Sep, 2026, 07.45 AM IST
- In 1990, NASA recovered tomato seeds after nearly 6 years on LDEF; classroom tests found space seeds germinated at 73.8% versus 70.3% for Earth controlsAfter nearly six years aboard NASA's LDEF satellite, Rutgers tomato seeds returned to Earth to inspire young scientists. Millions of studen...01 Sep, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
- Gates Foundation, India to develop AI tools for farmers, explore Asia-Africa expansionThe Gates Foundation will collaborate with India to enhance AI-powered digital tools for farmers. Discussions focused on India's advanced u...27 Aug, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
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