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Science and space exploration

Earth's Ocean Floor Largely Uncharted, Posing Challenges for Science and India's Maritime Future

Less than 30% of Earth's vast ocean floor has been mapped to modern standards, a surprising reality given our detailed knowledge of Mars.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 7, 2026

Science

Pascal's Insight: Bridging Reason and Emotion in Modern Science

Blaise Pascal's centuries-old quote on the heart's distinct reasons finds new relevance in contemporary scientific understanding of human cognition.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 6, 2026

Science

Keeping Pace with Science: Key Areas to Watch

The scientific landscape is constantly evolving, with breakthroughs shaping our future. From space exploration to health and environmental research, several areas demand attention.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 6, 2026

Science

Giant Ocean Whirlpools Distribute Congo River Freshwater Across Atlantic, Study Reveals

New research shows massive ocean whirlpools, known as mesoscale eddies, are key to transporting 40,000 cubic metres of Congo River freshwater into the Atlantic.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 6, 2026

Science

Hubble Spots 'Impossible' Light from Early Universe, Challenging Cosmic Models

Astronomers, using the Hubble Space Telescope, have detected an unusually potent and small galaxy, MXDFz4.4, emitting energetic ultraviolet light.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 5, 2026

Science

Embracing the Unknown: Neil deGrasse Tyson's Call to Scientific Minds

Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson highlights a fundamental truth about scientific inquiry: comfort with ignorance is key to discovery and innovation.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 5, 2026

Science

Alan Turing's Prescient Query on Machine Intelligence Continues to Resonate

A profound statement by computing pioneer Alan Turing, questioning the implications of machines thinking more intelligently than humans, remains highly relevant.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 5, 2026

Science

Ancient Avian Fossil Unearths Secrets of Modern Bird Evolution

A 149-million-year-old fossil of the world's smallest long-tailed bird has been discovered, offering crucial insights into the evolutionary path of modern avian species.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 4, 2026

Science

India Shines Bright: Solar Power Eclipses Coal in Energy Revolution

India is rapidly asserting itself as a global leader in the clean energy transition, with solar power increasingly outperforming traditional fossil fuels like coal.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 4, 2026

Science

James Webb Telescope Unravels Mystery of Exoplanet's Survival Around Dying Star

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has shed light on how an exoplanet survived the dramatic death of its host star, challenging long-held astronomical models.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 4, 2026

Science

England's 4,000-Year-Old 'Seahenge' May Have Been a Ritual to 'Extend Summer', New Study Reveals

A new study posits that England's ancient Seahenge monument, dating back 4,000 years, was likely a ritualistic construction aimed at prolonging summer and warmth.

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 4, 2026

Science

ISRO Resumes Launch Cadence, India's First Private Orbital Rocket Gears Up for Maiden Flight

After a period of reduced activity, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to accelerate its satellite launch schedule. Concurrently, India's first privately developed orbital-class rock

Lok Mandate DeskJuly 3, 2026

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