New research reveals that a unique Indian skink species arrived on the subcontinent by rafting across the ocean from Southeast Asia millions of years ago, a journey made possible by fluctuating sea levels.

Policy

Bengaluru

The State of India's Birds 2023 report offers a comprehensive health check for India's avian residents, revealing critical insights into their long-term survival. The report paints a concerning picture for many of India's bird species.

Bengaluru

New research in Bengaluru reveals that unchecked urban growth, replacing natural landscapes with concrete, dramatically intensifies urban heat islands, underscoring the critical need for green spaces and water bodies to maintain livable temperatures.

Lucknow

A new study found that while India’s east coast, with its vast river deltas, might have a slight edge in adapting to changing conditions in the short term, both coasts face serious threats.

Mumbai

New research reveals India's shifting climate change risks and resilience, offering a novel framework for other developing nations.

New Delhi

The revision is not due to a physical change in India's landmass but rather a result of modern measurement methodologies and technologies.

USA

Survey across four nations highlights how identity, politics, and context shape scientists' perceptions of inequality in academia.

Vellore

Researchers are exploring the Hamilton circuit algorithm to find the most efficient route for public transportation buses for congestion-free travel.

California

New research from Stanford University has discovered a distressing link between coal-fired power plants and the harm they can cause to two of India's most important crops - Rice and Wheat.

Kharagpur

IIT Kharagpur researchers have developed a new framework using blockchain-based technology and token-based incentivisation to securely and fairly share data to train an AI model.

Bengaluru

Every year on February 11, the United Nations observes the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the day, and the theme is ‘Unpacking STEM Careers: Her Voice in Science’.

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