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Researchers believe these early forests would have created a rich and stable environment capable of supporting diverse ecosystems. (Image for representation: Unplash)

‘Lost world’ Doggerland beneath North Sea once hosted thriving Ice Age forests

April 27, 2026 8:51 am

New DNA evidence reveals Doggerland was a lush, life-supporting refuge 16,000 years ago—far earlier than previously believed.

All deltas sink over time as a result of loose sediments compacting due to their own weight. But scientists say human activity has sharply accelerated the process. (Image for representation: Freepik)

Sinking ground, rising danger: the hidden crisis threatening coastal cities

January 29, 2026 1:19 pm

A global study of major river deltas shows human-driven land subsidence is now overtaking climate change as the biggest flood risk for millions.

Deep beneath the ocean's surface, in what scientists call the "midnight zone" where sunlight cannot penetrate, female ceratioid anglerfishes swim with what appear to be strange appendages attached to their bodies.

Deep sea chronicles: Why the mating of anglerfish is one of nature’s extraordinary love stories

March 26, 2025 12:22 pm

When a male anglerfish finds his mate in the pitch-black expanse of the deep sea, he uses his sharp teeth to latch onto her side.

Biker riding a motorcycle over water on a beach (Image source: @TheFigen_/X)

'This is wow': Biker's incredible ride over water stuns onlookers and social media users. WATCH

September 19, 2024 3:48 pm

A viral video shows a biker riding a motorcycle over water on a beach, impressing viewers with his incredible skills. The video has garnered millions of views and sparked discussions among Twitter users.

The beaches, backwaters, and mangrove forests are particularly at risk, impacting biodiversity and tourism.

Mumbai witnesses ‘highest rise in sea level’ among 15 Indian cities, to continue rising until end of century: thinktank

August 02, 2024 6:56 pm

The rise in sea levels will continue until the end of the century under all scenarios in all 15 cities and towns, with the highest rise predicted for Mumbai.

Industry body seeks govt intervention as mustard seed prices fall below MSP

March 22, 2024 1:45 pm

MSP remains a crucial concern, particularly in the ongoing harvesting season for mustard. The current market prices of mustard seeds are below the MSP of Rs 5,650, necessitating immediate government intervention, he said.

Edible oil industry suggests govt initiate dialogue with Indonesia over palm oil ban

April 25, 2022 1:08 pm

Indonesia, which is the world's largest producer of palm oil and meets nearly 50 per cent of the total palm oil requirement in India annually, had announced to ban exports till further notice apparently to contain edible oil prices in their domestic market.