Svalbard’s Melting Winter: Is the Arctic turning to Slush?
Once Upon a Polar Night In February 2025, researchers in Ny-Ålesund, a tiny scientific outpost perched on the edge of the Arctic in Svalbard, woke up to a world transformed. Instead of the usual frozen tundra and thick layers of snow, they found meltwater lakes glistening atop the icy ground, green plants peeking out like […]
Too Busy for Skincare? These 5 Tiny Habits Will Still Make You Glow This Self-Care Day
Because your skin deserves more than apologies and leftover face wipes. Your calendar is bursting, your notifications are louder than your inner voice, and your office lighting? It screams “zombie in HR.” Still, your skin’s been silently fighting this 9-to-9 battle with you. So, on International Self-Care Day, let’s gift it something simple, something doable, […]
Water in Pune’s Bhatghar Dam Turns Green
A sudden green coloration of the water in Bhatghar Dam, located in Pune district, has sparked concern among local residents and authorities. The unusual change, visible especially in the morning hours till noon, has been observed along the northern banks and surrounding areas such as Sangamner, Malwadi, and Narhe villages. Bhatghar Dam is a key […]
The Dance of Sleep: How the Iconic Two-Process Model Illuminates Why We Sleep When We Do
From the moment we are born until late in life, our sleep patterns shift dramatically, much of which can be explained by what scientists call the two-process model. This concept describes how two forces work together to regulate when we fall asleep and wake up: sleep pressure, the urge to sleep that grows the longer […]
Engineering Bacteria to Make Animal-Free Milk Proteins: A Biotech Breakthrough for Sustainable Dairy
Scientists have found a new way to make milk proteins without using cows. This could help provide tasty and healthy dairy foods while being much better for the planet. The new method uses bacteria to create αs1-casein, a key protein in milk, that is just as functional as what’s found in cow’s milk. Why Milk […]
Air India Flight Aborts Take-Off in Delhi at 155 Km/Hr Due to Technical Issue
An Air India flight (AI2403) from Delhi to Kolkata had a narrow escape on Monday evening after pilots aborted take-off due to a technical snag while the aircraft was already speeding down the runway at 155 km/h. The flight was scheduled to depart at 5:30 PM on July 21, 2025, from Indira Gandhi International Airport. […]
5 Simple Daily Rituals to Invite Peace, Joy, and Spiritual Awareness Into Your Life
These mindful practices help you find magic in the ordinary In our endlessly buzzing, screen-filled lives, we often forget to tune in to the one thing that truly grounds us — our inner self. Amid all the scrolling, multitasking, and to-do lists, how do we find peace? The answer, says AiR Atman in Ravi, a […]
Pakistan Extends Airspace Ban on Indian Flights Till August 24 Amid Ongoing Tensions
In a move that signals continued strain in Indo-Pak ties, Pakistan has extended its ban on Indian-operated flights through its airspace until August 24, according to a notification issued by the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) on Friday. The Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) came into effect at 3:50 PM IST on July 18 and will remain […]
New Lichen Species Discovered in Western Ghats Highlights Ancient Symbiosis
A team of Indian scientists has identified a new species of lichen from the Western Ghats, named Allographa effusosoredica. This discovery adds to India’s growing catalogue of lichens and sheds new light on symbiotic relationships in tropical ecosystems. The study was conducted by researchers from the MACS-Agharkar Research Institute, Pune—an autonomous institution under the Department […]
India’s First Painter Dog: Dali the Labrador’s Brush With Destiny
Meet Dali — India’s First Painter Dog and a Furry Philanthropist Once abandoned and left tied to a post at just 45 days old, now adored — Dali the rescued Labrador is India’s first and only known dog artist. With a brush in her mouth and compassion in her heart, Dali creates stunning watercolor art […]