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Rare Geological Event: A mud volcano in Diglipur, Andaman Islands erupts after years, scientists put on alert
4+ hour, 47+ min ago (305+ words) A mud volcano suddenly erupted in Diglipur, Andaman Islands. The eruption was reported on8th January near Jol Tekri. It triggered concern among locals and visitors alike. Officials quickly responded to the unexpected geological event. Public access to the area was immediately…...
Scientists rebuild a 31-foot ‘dinosaur killer’ crocodile that terrified prehistoric ecosystems
5+ hour, 9+ min ago (409+ words) A towering replica of Deinosuchus schwimmeri now greets museum visitors, revealing how decades of fossil research are reshaping what scientists know about one of North America's most formidable ancient predators. Scientists rebuild a 31-foot "dinosaur killer' crocodile that terrified prehistoric…...
148 species of lichens found in Simlipal National Park, the highest ever recorded in Odisha
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (285+ words) Where The Discovery Happened?" The research took place inside Simlipal National Park in northern Odisha. This biosphere reserve is famous for dense forests and rich wildlife. It shelters tigers elephants birds insects and rare plant species. Now it also protects…...
Frozen surface burning core: Scientists discover 207 hidden volcanoes beneath Antarctica
3+ day, 5+ hour ago (153+ words) Scientists studying Antarctica have revealed an unseen volcanic landscape beneath kilometres of ice, after an international team led by China released the most detailed catalogue yet of hidden subglacial volcanoes shaping the frozen continent. The study, published on 03 February in…...
Not burrow or den: Nearly 1.5 metres wide giant nest built by one of World’s longest and most venomous animals
5+ day, 4+ hour ago (334+ words) In the forests of the Western Ghats, South India, one snake quietly performs a task unmatched across its kind, building an elaborate nest that protects the next generation of king cobras and reshapes how scientists view reptile behaviour. A rare…...
Scientists discovered 97-million-year-old ‘GPS’ that guided ancient animals to migrate
5+ day, 6+ hour ago (477+ words) Scientists have made a remarkable discovery. It comes from deep ocean sediments. The fossils are nearly 100 million years old. These tiny structures may have helped animals navigate. They acted like a natural positioning system. Similar to today's GPS technology. The…...
Did Rhinos once roam South India? 3,500-year-old bones in Coimbatore reveal a strange past
1+ week, 6+ day ago (170+ words) A Lost Giant of the South Excavations near Coimbatore reveal prehistoric secrets." This site lies close to Western Ghats foothills rich ancient biodiversity. Researchers uncovered fragments while studying Neolithic era human settlements. These bones are preserved within layered soil revealing…...
Scientists revealed California’s hidden faults could make earthquakes harder to predict
1+ week, 6+ day ago (364+ words) The Mendocino triple junction is a seismically active hotspot. Three tectonic plates converge here, producing frequent earthquakes. New research shows additional hidden faults beneath the surface. These unseen faults increase complexity in earthquake predictions and models. The region is more…...
Moon dust, meteorites and more: How Earth got its water, scientists rewrite the story
2+ week, 6+ hour ago (380+ words) Most of Earth's water likely formed during planetary construction, scientists report. A NASA study using Moon samples sheds light on water origins. The research examines ancient meteorite impacts within the Earth-Moon system. Findings suggest meteorites contributed only a limited share…...
Tibet, Bhutan see shallow earthquakes within hours; aftershocks possible
2+ week, 1+ day ago (312+ words) Shallow earthquakes struck Tibet and Bhutan on Sunday, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said, underscoring continued seismic activity across the Himalayan belt and raising the possibility of aftershocks. No immediate reports of damage or casualties were reported from either…...