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ENSO Neutral Conditions

Recently, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced a shift to ENSO-neutral conditions in the tropical Pacific. This transition follows the end of a mild La Niña...

April 12, 2025

Domoic Acid Crisis and Sea Lions

Recently, environmental crisis emerged along the coast of California. An algal bloom, primarily driven by the neurotoxin domoic acid, has caused sea lions to exhibit aggressive behaviour towards...

April 11, 2025

Soil Moisture as an Indicator for Thunderstorm Prediction

A new study revealed how soil moisture can serve as an early warning signal for thunderstorms that lead to flash floods and landslides. This is particularly relevant in...

April 11, 2025

Black Rat as Primary Carrier of Hantavirus

Recent research marks the role of black rats as the primary carriers of hantavirus in rural Madagascar. A study published in *Ecology and Evolution* reveals that these invasive...

April 11, 2025

Greening Trends in the Thar Desert

The Thar Desert, located in northwestern India and southeastern Pakistan, has witnessed a remarkable transformation over the past two decades. A recent study revealed a 38 per cent...

April 11, 2025

Nilgiri Tahr Census

The Nilgiri Tahr, an endangered mountain ungulate, is native to the Western Ghats in southern India. This species, also known as the Nilgiri Ibex, holds cultural significance as...

April 10, 2025

ISA’s Role in Transforming Africa’s Energy Landscape

The International Solar Alliance (ISA) has emerged as a very important force in enhancing solar energy access across Africa. Launched in 2015, the ISA aims to mobilise investments...

April 10, 2025

Himalayan High-Altitude Atmospheric Centre

The Himalayan High-Altitude Atmospheric & Climate Centre was inaugurated on 25th March 2025 in Nathatop, Udhampur district. This initiative aims to enhance climate monitoring and research in the...

April 10, 2025

Ozone Pollution’s Impact on India’s Food Security

In recent years, surface ozone pollution has emerged as a critical issue affecting India’s agriculture. A study by IIT Kharagpur marks the severe implications of this pollution on...

April 9, 2025

Theobaldius Konkanensis

Recently, researchers from India and the UK announced the discovery of a new land snail species named Theobaldius konkanensis. This species was found in the Konkan region of...

April 9, 2025

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