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8 African cheetahs to revive India’s extinct species will be quarantined first, then see the wild

The cheetahs will be introduced into a quarantining space in the Kuno National Park by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 17 September.

Extreme weather fuels online hate speech: Study

Postdam , September 11 (ANI): Extreme temperatures are fuel for online hate speech, according to a recent study from the German Potsdam Institute for...

Robots can help put a stop to carbon emissions from the construction industry

Students and researchers from the University of Michigan have created a robotically-fabricated structure from timber to promote low-carbon construction.

How floating solar farms can put an end to global energy crisis, reduce emissions

Floating solar farms are considered a key technology in decarbonising economies by 2050, says NASA.

Heavy rain, poor drainage, worse infra — how Bengaluru was hit by a perfect storm and drowned

The intense rain was brought about by rapid global warming & localised weather pattern. But experts say reason for floods is lack of drainage & infrastructure, not intensity of rain.

ASU study: Over 1.1 million sea turtles poached in past 3 decades

Arizona , September 7 (ANI): The unlawful killing and trafficking of animals and plants, together with the climate issue, is one of the biggest...

After ‘freak accident’, it’s full steam ahead for India’s 1st geothermal power project in Ladakh

Among the least polluting sources of energy, the geothermal plant project in Ladakh has great potential, but environmentalists and locals remain concerned.

Living in timber houses will help save more than 100 billion tonnes of CO2 by 2100

Postdam , September 3 (ANI): According to new research from Germany's Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK), living in timber cities could reduce...

Research: Dolphins have largest alliance network outside of humans

Washington , September 3 (ANI): Male bottlenose dolphins have the largest known multi-level alliance network outside of humans, according to experts. These cooperative group...

Coming soon to India: (Taxable) Green bonds. Modi govt’s climate financing plan ‘nearly ready’

Upcoming framework, with separate stream of investors focussed on climate financing, is expected to help India fund green energy & infrastructure projects and meet COP26 commitments.

On Camera

Operation Meghdoot—when Indian soldiers walked through clouds to beat Pakistan at Saltoro Heights

Tactical and ground conditions, the wait for all loose ends to tie up, festive fervour, and regimental spirit—all had some part to play in 13 April being chosen as the D-day.

Fuel shock hits Asia’s rice bowl as farmers cut planting

War-driven surge in fuel and fertilizer costs forces farmers across Southeast Asia to delay harvests, scale back sowing and risk lower output.

IAF ties up with GE to build own facility for repair, overhaul of Tejas engines with quicker turnaround

Depot facility to be owned, operated & maintained by IAF, with GE Aerospace providing technical inputs, training, support staff & supply of necessary spares & specialised equipment.

The world’s in a flux. India must reform, consolidate & build a strong economy

We now live in a world order that will keep shifting. India must use this window. This also means we remain disciplined enough not to be knee-jerked into reacting to what Pakistan sees as its moment in the sun.