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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
TopicCrocodiles

Topic: crocodiles

Baby crocodile found swimming in central Mumbai pool, civic body to probe how it got there

A lifeguard caught the reptile, but was bitten in the process, according to municipality officials.

Crocodiles pose new threat as flooded Ganga brings wildlife into residential areas in Haridwar

An official of the forest department said that so far, around a dozen crocodiles have been captured from the populated areas along the main rivers.

Scientists find 1st known case of ‘virgin birth’ in crocodiles: 1 female, 14 eggs, no male partner

The crocodile, Coquita, was 18 when she laid the eggs and had been in isolation from other crocodiles at the Costa Rica reptile park, Parque Reptilandia, since she was two years old.

Mummified remains of 16th-century man could help crack history of E. coli evolution

ScientiFix, our weekly feature, offers you a summary of the top global science stories of the week, with links to their sources.

Modi’s tears may not be real. But opposition’s mocking will only turn them into a weapon

If past election results and India’s politics ought to have taught Modi's rivals and critics anything, it should be that any personal attack against him only boomerangs.

Dear people, I am an Indian crocodile who is getting a very bad name these days: Shobhaa De

My weight and height are very impressive. I can reach up to 10 feet and walk on water when required. Please don’t ask about my chest measurements.

2020 tied with 2016 for the hottest year ever recorded & why crocodiles don’t change

ScientiFix, our weekly feature, offers you a summary of the top global science stories of the week.

Fossilised footprints reveal crocodile ancestors walked on two feet

ScientiFix, our weekly feature, offers you a summary of the top global science stories of the week, with links to their sources.

Crocodiles seen swimming through Vadodara as heavy rains flood streets

The crocodiles entered the city after the Vishwamitri river overflowed dues to the rains. Forest officials rescued 7 of them as well as 2 turtles and a few snakes from residential areas.

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Why Tamil Nadu’s women make up nearly half of India’s female factory workforce

With an educated & skilled workforce, Tamil Nadu has a burgeoning industrial sector which has scored massive investments in automobiles, electronics, and even footwear.

Taiwan reports Chinese military activity around the island

Taiwan has detected a total of 301 Chinese military aircraft and 165 Chinese naval vessels so far in 2024.

For BJP, Kejriwal is an idea whose time has come to be destroyed

The ‘idea’ Kejriwal's politics grew around was a no-holds-barred fight against corruption. That is the reason Modi govt has now tarred him and his entire party with the same paint.