In 2023, multiple deep-sea submersible trips found surprising samples, now a study traces ancient graveyard in Indian oceanWhale Graveyard: Why did so many whales die here? Maybe they were already living in the area and died of natural causes. A few could have p...
04 Aug, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
Why are so many dolphins washing up on South Australian beaches? Long-term data point to a devastating algal bloomIn 2025 and 2026, South Australia faced a troubling harmful algal bloom, resulting in unprecedented dolphin fatalities— the highest in more...
04 Aug, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
In 1628, Sweden's pride became one of history's most famous shipwrecks in just 20 minutesSweden's powerful Vasa warship sank on its maiden voyage in 1628. The ship was found in 1956 after a two-year search. Divers raised the Vas...
25 Jul, 2026, 12.05 AM IST
Scientists explain how crocodiles survived the asteroid that wiped out dinosaurs — the curious case of ‘living fossils’Crocodiles remarkably survived the dinosaur-ending asteroid impact due to their ability to endure long periods without food and their prese...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
In 2021, scientists found an unborn dinosaur frozen inside a museum egg for 70 million years, and the fossil revealed its final moments before hatch dayA remarkably preserved 70-million-year-old dinosaur embryo, nicknamed Baby Yingliang, has been discovered in China. Its curled posture, mir...
26 May, 2026, 01.58 PM IST
India’s first underwater museum project launched off Maharashtra coast in SindhudurgSindhudurg district in Maharashtra is set to become a major marine tourism hub. India's first underwater museum and submarine tourism proje...
21 May, 2026, 05.18 PM IST
PM Modi to review progress of National Maritime Heritage Complex at LothalNarendra Modi will visit Gujarat to assess the National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal. The project costs Rs 4,500 crore. It will show...
18 Sep, 2025, 07.02 PM IST
PM Modi to review the progress of the National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal on SaturdayNarendra Modi will visit Gujarat on September 20. He will review the National Maritime Heritage Complex progress at Lothal. The complex sho...
18 Sep, 2025, 05.21 PM IST
After 2,000 years, sunken city’s priceless artifacts finally see the lightArchaeologists have uncovered treasures from the sunken Egyptian city of Canopus, once a flourished as a hub of trade and religious near Al...
23 Aug, 2025, 12.16 AM IST
Alien-like bizarre sea creature washed up on Oregon coast. Mysteries surrounding Pacific football fish unraveledOnly a few Pacific football fish have been recorded in New Zealand, Japan, Russia, Hawaii, Ecuador, Chile, and California and this is the f...
22 May, 2024, 08.45 PM IST
New Titanic footage heralds next stage in deep-sea tourismExploration of the shipwreck may attract tourists ready to pay top dollar, but it has also raised many ethical questions.
02 Oct, 2022, 09.55 AM IST
At least one major port to be corporatised, listed: FMThe govt wants to improve the operation of ports through mechanisation, digitisation and process simplification.
01 Feb, 2020, 07.12 PM IST
Palm-fringed beaches, astonishing coral reefs and turquoise-blue lagoons, discover Palau this seasonPalau comprises more than 200 islands of which only eight are permanently inhabited.
01 Jun, 2017, 07.02 AM IST
Want a tropical delight with panoramic view? Time to visit the Canary Islands in SpainThis is a picture-perfect holiday destination that beckons one and all.
20 Apr, 2017, 05.14 AM IST
180 species of fish that glow in dark discovered in oceansOver 180 species of fishes have been identified that glow in a wide range of colours and patterns in the world’s oceans.
12 Jan, 2014, 09.52 PM IST
- First-ever dinosaur fossils from Saudi Arabia discovered
Scientists have discovered the first-ever dinosaur fossils in Saudi Arabia, dating back to 72 million years.
08 Jan, 2014, 02.44 PM IST
- Spring a break: Last-minute family vacations with no visa hassles are possible
Summer breaks are fast coming to an end and schools are soon to reopen. Perhaps there hasn’t been enough time to plan a family vacation.
17 May, 2012, 07.18 AM IST