A new study reveals unchecked sewage, construction, and waste dumping along Goa's Zuari and Sal rivers have reduced plant diversity and increased pollution-tolerant species, threatening vital mangroves.
Karnataka exempts industrial effluent treatment plants from prior environment clearance. State pollution boards to enforce safeguards. Decision announced on 22 December 2025.
Jamia Millia Islamia researchers contribute to a major international study on social connection and health, published in Nature. Discover the key findings and India's role.
Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission partners with Biotech Consortium India Limited to accelerate innovation, tech transfer, and translational cancer research. Experts highlight need for better clinical outreach.
As 2025 ends, Karnataka's extreme weather events highlight its fragile landscape. A recap of the heatwaves, floods, and landslides that caused widespread damage to life, crops, and property. Read the full analysis.
Karnataka government announces major expansion of mid-day meal scheme to cover pre-primary and Pre-University students, aiming to combat malnutrition and boost learning. New school initiatives also unveiled.
Karnataka's sole University of Horticultural Sciences in Bagalkot faces a severe financial crunch. With a Rs 50 crore annual shortfall, staff salaries and vital research are at risk. Experts demand urgent government intervention.
Hundreds of scientists at a Visakhapatnam conference commit to developing alternatives to lab animals while acknowledging their crucial role in biomedical research. Read about the key pledges and expert insights.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara informed the Assembly that 12 cases were registered for raising pro-Pakistan slogans. He also revealed recommendations to dismiss police officials involved in crimes. Read the full report.
The Karnataka Legislative Assembly has passed six crucial resolutions focused on the development of North Karnataka, including a push for an AIIMS in Raichur. Get the full details on the landmark decisions.
India produces only 10,000 science PhDs yearly, lagging far behind the US and China in research output. Experts warn this gap threatens the vision of a $3 trillion knowledge-based economy. Read more.
Bihar govt launches ONOS scheme to provide free access to 30,000+ global research journals, aiming to bridge the urban-rural digital divide and boost state's research profile. Read more.
Karnataka's Legislative Council passed 11 crucial bills, including the Karnataka Land Revenue Amendment Bill, in a single day. Key legislation on land, co-operative societies, and more approved. Read the full details.
Celebrating 100 years, the Central Coffee Research Institute in Balehonnuru has released 13 high-yield arabica selections & robusta hybrids, revolutionizing India's coffee cultivation through systematic breeding. Discover the legacy.
The Karnataka Legislative Council approved 11 crucial bills in one day, including amendments to the Karnataka State Universities Act. Discover the key legislative changes.
Karnataka government tables supplementary budget of ₹6,280 crore, including ₹10 crore for Davos delegation. Get the latest details on fund allocation and Assembly approval.
Karnataka's Department of Skill Development will host an International Job Fair in 2025, targeting 10,000+ jobs for skilled youth. Learn about the state's new employment initiatives.
Union government acknowledges global gender bias in medical research, citing differences in disease manifestation for women. Details Rs 400+ crore funding push via ICMR & DBT for women's health and research.
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre plans a strategic new R&D campus on 3000 acres in Anakapalli. The project, crucial for energy and national security, gets in-principle forest land approval. Read more.
Dr Sandeep Singh of PAU receives 'Excellence in Environmental Research Award' for eco-friendly pest control and historic tree conservation. Discover his groundbreaking work.
Karnataka government raises maize procurement limit to 50 quintals per farmer, offering ₹2,090 per quintal. A major relief for growers facing price volatility. Read details.
Rani Channamma University professor sent on compulsory retirement after a research student's suicide attempt. VC details Syndicate action. Read the full story.
A new women-centric study from Kolar, Karnataka, identifies key genetic mutations like CASP8 driving aggressive oral cancer in female tobacco chewers, paving the way for personalised treatment. Read more.
Gujarat's policy think tank GRIT invites non-academic research proposals in key areas like Net Zero and tribal development. Apply online by Dec 15, 2025.
Delhi University's Jesus and Mary College collaborates with national universities to explore longevity science, blending Himalayan wisdom with modern research under NEP's holistic framework. Discover the future of healthy living.
Tamil Nadu government announces two advanced basic science research institutes in Chennai and Coimbatore with international collaborations. Offering PG, PhD programs with fellowships.
Environmental activists protest draft notification removing environmental clearance requirements for landfills. Learn how this affects waste management and public health in India.
Scientists rediscover the bamboo shrimp in Karnataka and Odisha after 72 years. Learn about this rare species, the challenges faced, and the urgent need for conservation.
India's National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research celebrates 25 years of exploration. A special postage stamp is launched on Antarctic Day, marking India's scientific legacy in the polar regions.
Supreme Court's reversal on post-facto environmental approvals threatens constitutional right to healthy environment. Experts warn this decision could worsen India's pollution crisis.