In 1957, a simple mistake in a Brazilian laboratory led to the accidental release of Africanised honey bees, which have since spread across the Americas, causing thousands of deaths and disrupting ecosystems.
In the 1950s, a lab accident at Corning created glass-ceramics, a material stronger than ordinary glass, leading to products like Pyroceram cookware and aerospace components.
Scientists develop a nano-engineered coating that reflects 97% of sunlight, cools surfaces, and harvests water from air, reducing AC use and energy costs.
A Bengaluru mountaineer describes overcrowding and delays in Everest's Death Zone, where summit queues create life-threatening congestion.
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Uttar Pradesh housing department will now provide inputs on 16 types of urban infrastructure works, including traffic improvements and solid waste management, to ensure better planning and avoid past mistakes.
An article exploring the concept of buoyancy through experiments and observations in Bengaluru, highlighting scientific principles and local applications.
Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd plans to install 300,000 rooftop solar systems across Uttar Pradesh in three years, leveraging government subsidies and innovative financing models to boost adoption.
Tzu Chi Mahayana Buddhist Practice Centre inaugurated at BHU, the first in India sponsored by a foreign Buddhist organization. Scholarships announced for Pali and Buddhist Studies students.
Mumbai's BMC has installed IoT devices on 547 dewatering pumps to monitor operations in real-time, improving transparency and efficiency during monsoon.
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Western Railway will conduct a major block on May 30/31, 2026, at Marine Lines station for launching Foot Over Bridge girders. Some suburban services will be cancelled or partially cancelled. Commuters advised to plan accordingly.
A 13-year-old boy declared brain dead after a road accident in Tirupur had his organs donated to hospitals in Coimbatore, Chennai, and Vellore, giving new life to several patients.
From T. rex to Titanoboa, explore eight terrifying prehistoric creatures that dominated Earth long before humans, including Megalodon and the walking fish Tiktaalik.
Learn how to grow persimmon trees in containers on your balcony or patio. Step-by-step guide on variety selection, potting, soil, watering, pruning, and winter care.
After a century of devastation by invasive black rats, Lord Howe Island's ecosystem is recovering. A successful rodent eradication program led to a significant increase in invertebrate abundance, particularly larger species, restoring ecological balance.
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Artist Shirish Deshpande redefines ballpoint pen art, blending traditional techniques with modern creativity in his latest exhibition.
NASA is monitoring asteroid 2026 HW2, a building-sized space rock moving at 44,000 km/h, set for a safe close approach at 4:30 pm IST, 6.77 million km away.
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during a hot-fire test. All personnel are safe, the company confirmed on X. The anomaly occurred on May 29, 2026.
NASA will unveil the Artemis III crew on June 9, marking a major milestone in the Moon mission. The crew will conduct critical tests for future lunar landings and exploration.
PGI Chandigarh's innovative 12-hour operation theatre model has led to a 10.4% increase in major surgeries, enhancing efficiency and patient care.
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Researchers from BITS Pilani Hyderabad and Purdue University developed a handheld device that detects liver issues in under three minutes, making testing faster and more accessible.
The MIW Design Show 2026 in New Delhi features 60 graduation projects, including indigenous marine drones, garments for disabled children, and fashion from Mount Everest waste.
Guntur district administration plans to redesign key junctions with beautification, traffic safety, and greenery to address urban issues like congestion and haphazard digging.
Prof AH Rajasab of Karnataka Science and Technology Academy highlights AI and CRISPR as transformative for agriculture, noting viral diseases remain a major challenge with no vaccines available.
University BDT Engineering College in Davanagere will celebrate its 75th anniversary with a grand Amrit Mahotsava on May 29-30, featuring VP, Governor, and alumni.
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YouDent Hospital is transforming dental care in India with advanced digital dentistry technologies, offering precision, efficiency, and improved patient outcomes.
Otters are more than just cute animals. Discover 7 surprising facts, including their relation to wolverines, dense fur, tool use, and unique communication.
Scolopendra gigantea, the world's largest centipede, hunts bats mid-air and eats tarantulas. Its venomous bite is intensely painful to humans.
Spanish botanist Ignacio Solano creates massive vertical gardens on buildings to cool cities, reduce pollution, and boost biodiversity, offering a practical climate solution.
Sagittarius B2, a massive molecular cloud near the Milky Way's center, contains ethyl formate, giving it a raspberry flavor and rum aroma. This discovery helps scientists understand complex organic chemistry in space.
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