NASA launches Deep Space Food Challenge with $750,000 prize for creating self-sustaining food systems on Mars. The contest invites chefs and innovators worldwide to design kitchens using Martian resources.
New research reveals detailed evidence of a massive ocean on Mars, comparable to Earth's Arctic Ocean, reshaping our understanding of the planet's watery past.
A new study reveals alarming environmental degradation in Gurgaon's Aravalli region, with shrinking forests, lost water bodies, and fragmented wildlife habitats due to rapid urban expansion.
The Karwar sessions court has sentenced the main accused to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for the 2012 murder of ACF Madan H Nayak. Read the full details of the long-pending case closure.
NASA's Perseverance rover has captured the first audio of lightning on Mars. These tiny electrical discharges in dust storms could impact the search for life. Read the full discovery.
Kolkata's Rabindra Sarobar sees a worrying dip in migratory bird species, from 79 in 2020 to 72 in 2023. Birders blame habitat destruction and urge immediate conservation action to save this urban biodiversity hotspot.
New ESA Mars Express images reveal grooves from ancient glaciers at Coloe Fossae, evidence of a Martian ice age driven by orbital shifts, not climate change. Explore the Red Planet's icy past!
The critically endangered Great Indian Bustard faces extinction due to habitat loss and fatal collisions with power lines. Can India save its iconic bird without sacrificing energy infrastructure? Read more.
NASA scientists use Iceland's extreme volcanic terrain to simulate Mars conditions and search for ancient life clues. Discover how Earth's geology guides the hunt for Martian biosignatures.
Greater Flamingos and other migratory birds have abandoned Telangana's lakes for 3+ years. Experts blame destructive 'beautification' projects destroying natural habitats. Read the full report.
Bilaspur administration prohibits fishing in Kopra reservoir to protect its ecosystem after it was declared a Ramsar wetland. Authorities warn of legal action against violators.
Divers documented a stunning rocky seabed habitat with 30+ fish species near Thiruvananthapuram. Local fishermen call it Panthakallu. Experts urge protection from port expansion.
Researchers have identified eight unusual pits on Mars in Hebrus Valles, possibly water-carved caves. These sheltered spaces could be key targets in the search for past Martian life. Read the full findings.
Two PWD road projects threaten to fell 6,300 trees in Rajaji Tiger Reserve's core zone, raising alarms over impact on tigers, elephants, and habitat fragmentation. Read more.
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre instructs officials to tackle land grabbing and encroachments, highlighting threats to wildlife habitats in Tumakuru. Read the full story.
A new Wildlife Institute of India study reveals habitat loss has turned sporadic human-elephant conflicts into a major menace in Jharkhand. Learn the key findings and solutions.
Wildlife experts reveal how Pune's cold winter and persistent fog are contributing to increased leopard sightings near urban areas. Discover the complex ecological reasons behind this trend.
The historic Saryu-Gomti wetland in Bageshwar, once a haven for Siberian birds, lies silent due to illegal mining. Locals mourn the loss of biodiversity and tourism. Read the full investigation.
NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter marks a major milestone with its 100,000th image, offering stunning views of Syrtis Major and insights into Martian climate changes. Discover the mission's legacy.
From 'Saving Private Ryan' to 'The Martian', Matt Damon's career is defined by epic rescue missions. Explore Hollywood's obsession with bringing him home and its ancient roots in Homer's Odyssey.
Owner of a premises near Pilibhit Tiger Reserve core area accused of violating SC & NTCA norms by moving construction material through protected forest and draining waste into tiger habitat. Activists plan legal action.
Discover the Rinkhals, South Africa's adaptable snake that spits venom, feigns death, and thrives in suburbs. Learn about its unique survival tactics, habitat, and diet.
Punjab & Haryana High Court examines if NGT can strike down Punjab's farmhouse policy. Petitioners warn of irreversible damage to state's low forest cover. Details inside.
Contemporary artist Meena Yadav's solo show 'ASTITVA – The Essence of Being' launched at Visual Arts Gallery, exploring nature-human dialogue. Read more about the opening ceremony.
ASAVARI's Continuing Tradition 2025 at India Habitat Centre paid tribute to legendary composers, celebrated Guru Shovana Narayan's 75th year, and released her biography. A night of legacy and artistic continuity.
Scientists propose using Mars' vast ice deposits to construct habitats, providing radiation shielding and insulation. This could make sustainable colonisation more feasible. Read how.
Supreme Court sides with silent animal victims, upholds demolition of resorts on Sigur Plateau elephant corridor. Final hearing set for January 5. Read the full story.
The Supreme Court prioritizes wildlife, ordering resorts on Sigur Plateau's elephant corridors to be dismantled. Final hearing set for January 5. Read the full story.
Chennai police search for Vinoth Babu, who allegedly cheated 11 people of ₹33.10 lakh by promising TNUHDB flats in Tondiarpet. Case registered, investigation ongoing.
Ajjoor villagers in Nilgiris petition collector to halt forest department eviction, citing 200-year heritage and tax receipts. They threaten legal action if demands are not met.