Science & Health

Gigantic black hole collision sent ripples to earth; should we worry?

The gigantic collision resulted in the formation of a new black hole which is about 80 times bigger than the sun.

Dec 7, 2018

India fourth highest emitter of carbon dioxide; China on top of the list: Study

The top four emitters in 2017, which covered 58 per cent of global emissions, were China (27 per cent), the US (15 per cent), the European Union (10 per cent) and India (7 per cent), according to the projection by the Global Carbon Project.

Dec 6, 2018

From NASA scientist's admission to mysterious radio bursts: 5 signs that alien life exists in universe

International Business Times, India presents five crucial signs that suggest alien life exists in the universe.

Dec 6, 2018

Brazil: World's first baby born via womb transplant from a deceased donor

Dr Dani Ejzenberg said the transplant - carried out in September 2016 when the recipient was 32 - shows the technique is feasible and could offer women with uterine infertility access to a larger pool of potential donors.

Dec 5, 2018

Alien shock revelation: Extraterrestrials might have already visited earth, says NASA scientist

The NASA scientist revealed that aliens might have already visited the earth without human knowledge

Dec 5, 2018

NASA probe reaches asteroid Bennu that might collide with earth between 2175-2195

Experts at NASA believe that Bennu asteroid will catastrophically collide with the earth in the next 150 years

Dec 5, 2018

India's heaviest satellite GSAT-11 launched successfully; ISRO chief calls it nation's 'richest space asset'

Post-separation, ISRO's Master Control Facility at Hassan, in Karnataka, took over the command and control of GSAT-11 and found its health parameters normal.

Dec 5, 2018

First NASA probe to return asteroid sample reaches Bennu

NASA's OSIRIS-REx met Bennu on Monday after a two-year journey that covered over two billion kilometres.

Dec 4, 2018

Has Pakistan bought Chinese SH-15 Howitzer for its 'miniaturized' nuclear shells?

Termed as a game-changer against India's 'Cold Start' doctrine, the move has triggered a new debate over the nuclear capability between India and Pakistan.

Dec 3, 2018

Black hole mystery: Scientists one step closer to unlocking secrets of darkest space entity

Scientists believe that the shape of the gases surrounding the black hole is like a 3D fountain, and is not doughnut shaped.

Dec 3, 2018

Mild tremors experienced in Maharashtra's Palghar district

Civic officials said that quake-preparedness training programmes were held for villagers between November 26-29 in two talukas of Palghar district.

Dec 3, 2018

From Geminid meteors to Saturn's cosmic pairing: Five celestial events to look forward to in December 2018

International Business Times, India presents five celestial events that you should not miss this December

Dec 3, 2018

Neil deGrasse Tyson opens up about sexual misconduct allegations [Full Statement]

Dr Tyson has recounted his version of all three incidents in detail and has cooperated to participate in investigations to look into the accusations.

Dec 2, 2018

Rare lunar celestial event in January 2019 a sure sign of apocalypse, claim doomsday mongers

As the supermoon coincides with the blood moon in January 2018, many doomsday mongers consider it a sign of an apocalypse

Dec 2, 2018

Alaska hit by over 230 aftershocks after massive earthquake

The magnitude-7.0 earthquake sent residents scurrying for cover when it hit about 8.30 am on Friday. The quake was centred 10 miles northeast of Anchorage, the state's largest city with a population of about 300,000.

Dec 2, 2018