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Marine Life to Aid Cyclone Forecasting: Scientists Explore Sharks as Ocean Data Collectors

Researchers are exploring an innovative approach to improve cyclone predictions by outfitting sharks with advanced sensors to gather critical ocean data.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 11, 2026

Science

Benjamin Franklin's Enduring Wisdom: Valuing Knowledge Above All in Science

Benjamin Franklin's timeless insight on the intrinsic value of knowledge resonates deeply within the scientific community, prioritising discovery over material wealth.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 11, 2026

Science

ICTS Bengaluru's Professor Deepak Dhar Bags Prestigious Dirac Medal for 2026

Professor Deepak Dhar of ICTS Bengaluru has been awarded the prestigious Dirac Medal for 2026, recognising his outstanding contributions to theoretical physics.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 11, 2026

Science

5,000-Year-Old Tomb in Spain Reveals Extensive Ancient Trade Networks

A significant archaeological find in Málaga, Spain, has unveiled a 5,000-year-old tomb, providing fresh evidence of sophisticated ancient trade routes.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 11, 2026

Science

Bagworm Caterpillars: Nature's Ingenious Architects with Portable Homes

Bagworm caterpillars exhibit a remarkable survival strategy, constructing portable shelters from silk and natural debris, which they carry everywhere.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 10, 2026

Science

US Spy Satellites' Accidental Discovery Unveiled Universe's Most Powerful Explosions

Originally designed to detect secret nuclear tests, US Vela satellites inadvertently discovered gamma-ray bursts, the universe's most powerful cosmic events, in 1967.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 10, 2026

Science

Redonda Island's Ecosystem Rebounds Dramatically After Invasive Species Eradication

An uninhabited Caribbean island, Redonda, sees a remarkable wildlife comeback after invasive rats and goats were successfully removed, offering hope for global conservation.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 10, 2026

Science

Shanghai's Houtan Park: A Green Masterclass for Urban Renewal

Shanghai's Houtan Park exemplifies how polluted industrial land can be transformed into a thriving wetland, purifying river water and offering a model for sustainable urban development.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 10, 2026

Science

Ancient Insects Mastered Plant Mimicry 99 Million Years Ago, Study Finds

New research indicates insects developed sophisticated mimicry of flowering plants as far back as 99 million years ago, much earlier than previously thought.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 9, 2026

Science

Kerala Witnesses Alarming Decline in Winter Migratory Bird Populations

Kerala is experiencing a significant drop in winter migratory bird numbers, confirmed by long-term studies. Climate change and habitat loss are key factors.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 9, 2026

Science

IN-SPACe Invites Private Sector to Operate New ₹986 Crore Tamil Nadu Spaceport

India's space sector is set for a significant boost as IN-SPACe seeks private partners to operate a new ₹986 crore small satellite launch complex in Tamil Nadu.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 9, 2026

Science

IIT Madras Project Empowers AI to Understand India's Linguistic Richness

IIT Madras's AI4Bharat is on a mission across India, collecting voices and dialects to train AI, bridging the digital language gap for millions of Indian users.

Lok Mandate DeskAugust 9, 2026

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