Science & Health

Space: NASA terms July as hottest month on record ever since 1880

The US space agency has confirmed that July was the hottest month on record ever since 1880, as heatwaves and wildfires hit the cities in the US and Europe.

Aug 15, 2023

Chandrayaan-3 getting closer to moon for landing, ISRO gears up for Sun

The Indian space agency on Monday said the process of putting the Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft in a circular orbit around the moon has begun.

Aug 14, 2023

Artificially dimming the Sun may not help prevent Antarctic ice melt: Study

Geoengineering has emerged as the latest option to cool the climate. But artificially "dimming the sun" does not work without decarbonisation and entails high risks, according to a new study.

Aug 14, 2023

Yet Another Jolt To 'Project Cheetah', 9th Big Cat Dead In Kuno

One missing African cheetah from Kuno National Park rescued, other found dead

A South African female cheetah -- Nirva, who has been missing from the Kuno National Park (KNP) in Madhya Pradesh since July 21, was captured on Sunday. The other cheetah was found dead on August 2.

Aug 14, 2023

5 signs you are dehydrated ; Tips to prevent

Dehydration occurs when our body loses more fluids than it takes in, leading to an imbalance in the body's electrolytes and reduced ability to function properly.

Aug 12, 2023

Indian-origin researcher identifies 135 new melanin genes responsible for pigmentation

An Indian-origin researcher Vivek Bajpai along with his team has identified 135 new melanin genes associated with pigmentation.

Aug 12, 2023

Everything about Sarcoma

Sarcomas are a rare group of cancers that begin in the bones or soft tissues of the body. In other words, sarcoma is a term used to describe bone cancer and cancers that develop in the connective tissues.

Aug 12, 2023

Taking acid reflux drugs for over 4.4 years can put you at high dementia risk

People who take acid reflux medications regularly for four-and-a-half years or more may have a higher risk of dementia compared to people who do not take these medications, new research led by an Indian-origin scientist has warned.

Aug 12, 2023

'Superfood' cardamom may increase appetite, burn fat: Study

Want to maintain a lean body weight and reduce fat? The humble cardamom may be the perfect option, according to a new study that revealed a range of health and dietary benefits of consuming cardamom, including increased appetite, fat loss and inflammation reduction.

Aug 12, 2023