A newly found snake species survives predators by disguising its tail as a second headScientists have discovered a new snake species in China's Guangxi region. This tiny snake, named Calamaria incredibilis, has a tail that lo...
18 May, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
Quote of the day by Robert Anderson: 'In every marriage more than a week old, there are grounds for divorce. The trick is to find, and continue to find, grounds for marriage' - Lessons on the secret behind long-lasting relationships by American playwrightRenowned playwright Robert Anderson's simple yet timeless quote reveals marriage's reality. The perspective talks about the enduring love t...
18 May, 2026, 01.09 PM IST
Gardening trick: Why are people putting sponges inside plant pots this summer?Gardeners are discovering a simple hack to keep plants hydrated during hot weather: placing a sponge at the bottom of pots. This unusual me...
08 May, 2026, 09.17 AM IST
How Florida Opossums Withstand Deadly Venom Against All Odds: A Natural Mystery UncoveredFlorida opossums exhibit a remarkable ability to withstand venomous snake bites. Scientists have discovered that their blood contains facto...
22 Mar, 2026, 06.21 PM IST
How Some Animals Thrive Without Oxygen: Nature’s Hidden Survival TricksRemarkable animals like naked mole rats, turtles, and fish have evolved astonishing biological adaptations to survive in environments with ...
22 Mar, 2026, 06.21 PM IST
Why Do Drongos Trick Meerkats With Fake Alarm Calls? The Kalahari Bird That Steals Food With DeceptionIn the Kalahari Desert, the fork-tailed drongo bird has mastered a cunning survival tactic. It mimics predator alarm calls, causing other a...
13 Mar, 2026, 12.10 PM IST
The Bizarre Survival Trick of One of Nature’s Strangest MammalsNaked mole rats possess a remarkable ability to survive up to 18 minutes without oxygen, a feat unheard of in most mammals. This survival i...
10 Mar, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
The Strange “Performances” Animals Use When They Realize a Predator Is On The WatchAnimals employ diverse survival strategies beyond speed, using erratic movements, visual displays, and warning colors to confuse and deter ...
09 Mar, 2026, 03.55 PM IST
How Can Camels Drink 100 Liters of Water in Minutes? What Science Reveals About the Desert Animal’s Survival PowerCamels drink huge amounts of water very fast. Their bodies are built for desert life. Oval red blood cells help them rehydrate quickly. Cam...
05 Mar, 2026, 11.48 PM IST
It Looks Fake, Until Science Explains Why Animals Do ItSurprising animal actions often appear staged but are actually practical. Science reveals that these behaviors demonstrate intelligence, co...
09 Feb, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
The Strangest Animal Behaviours Scientists Say Are Actually Survival StrategiesNature's survival tactics often defy human logic, showcasing evolutionary brilliance. From opossums feigning death to sea cucumbers expelli...
04 Feb, 2026, 04.14 PM IST
Alien world found under the ocean; Scientists discover the planet’s deepest hidden ecosystemIn the remote Pacific Ocean trenches, scientists have discovered a unique, methane-fueled ecosystem thriving at record depths. This communi...
16 Aug, 2025, 03.14 PM IST
Clever crocodiles in Indonesia are faking death to lure humans into water: Watch viral videoA new video suggests crocodiles may be luring humans by faking drowning, raising questions about their intelligence. While crocodiles are k...
09 Jan, 2025, 12.33 PM IST
Movie Review - Night at the Museum: Secret of the TombLarry as the night guard at the Museum of Natural History embarks on his final adventure (hopefully) to solve the conundrum and ensure the ...
26 Dec, 2014, 10.36 AM IST
- Animal rights body protests death of circus hippopotamus
The recent death of a hippopotamus due to the alleged negligence of Gemini Circus in Kerala has led to this urgent appeal by FIAPO.
18 Jul, 2013, 05.50 PM IST
- World is still not spooked enough by India to sustain a reel genre
The very nature of our spydom — where entrants come via all-India examinations — does not lend itself to cinematic lore.
27 Mar, 2012, 04.40 AM IST
It's okay to be niceThe voice of the nerd-bird Blu in the animation movie Rio can be traced to Jesse Einsenberg. He played the role of the nerdish founder of F...
14 Apr, 2011, 08.20 AM IST