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Oceansat-3A Launch Anticipated by Year-End, Bolstering India's Marine Research Capabilities

India's Oceansat-3A satellite is expected to launch by the year-end, enhancing coastal observation. A new research lab at Andhra University will support these efforts.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 18, 2026

Science

Ordinary Pen, Extraordinary Rescue: Apollo 11 Artefact Fetches ₹7.1 Crore at Auction

A felt-tip pen critical to the Apollo 11 mission's safe return, used by Buzz Aldrin to fix a circuit breaker, has sold for ₹7.1 crore.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 17, 2026

Science

Neil deGrasse Tyson Links Exam Cheating to Education System's Grade Obsession

Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson observes that student cheating often stems from an education system that prioritises grades over genuine learning and understanding.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 17, 2026

Science

SpaceX Starship Launch Halted Moments Before Liftoff

SpaceX's ambitious Starship mission, featuring the world's largest and most powerful rocket, was aborted at the final countdown, delaying its critical test flight.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 17, 2026

Science

Scientists Probe Data Centres' Electromagnetic Fields for Impact on Bee Health

A growing concern among scientists is the potential link between the rising number of data centres and declining bee populations, particularly focusing on electromagnetic fields (EMF).

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 16, 2026

Science

Rare 'Demon Cavefish' Discovered Beneath US Military Facility

A new species of eyeless, unpigmented fish, dubbed the 'demon cavefish', has been discovered in a subterranean pool beneath a US military base.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 16, 2026

Science

Darwin's Enduring Insight: Why Humans Often Repeat Known Mistakes

Charles Darwin's keen observations extended beyond evolution, delving into human behaviour. He noted our peculiar tendency to repeat harmful habits, unlike animals.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 16, 2026

Science

Indian-Origin Astronaut Anil Menon Lifts Off for Eight-Month ISS Mission

Indian-origin NASA astronaut Dr. Anil Menon has embarked on an eight-month mission aboard the International Space Station, conducting vital experiments on microgravity and medical advancements.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 15, 2026

Science

Indian-Origin NASA Astronaut Anil Menon Blasts Off for 8-Month ISS Mission

Indian-origin NASA astronaut Dr. Anil Menon, alongside two Russian cosmonauts, has embarked on an eight-month mission to the International Space Station.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 15, 2026

Science

Poland's Enigmatic Crooked Forest: Scientists Race to Unravel a 90-Year-Old Botanical Mystery

Scientists are urgently studying Poland's unique Crooked Forest, where hundreds of pine trees display a bizarre C-shape, before their mystery is lost to time.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 15, 2026

Science

Beyond Talent: Marie Curie's Timeless Message on Grit and Self-Belief

A letter from Marie Curie in 1894 offers timeless wisdom on perseverance and confidence, stressing their importance over innate talent for success.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 14, 2026

Science

Ancient Alaskans Shared Salmon with Dogs 12,000 Years Ago, Reshaping Domestication Theories

New findings from Alaska reveal early humans shared salmon with dogs 12,000 years ago, highlighting a unique partnership that influenced canine domestication.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 14, 2026

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