Wakayama Soryu: The Blue Dragon of the Pacific

Once upon a time, precisely 72 million years ago, the Pacific seas witnessed the reign of a colossal marine predator – the “blue dragon.” Recently unveiled through research published in the Journal of Systematic Paleontology, this apex predator belonged to ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

AKTOCYTE Tablets Developed for Radiotherapy Patients

In a significant collaborative effort, scientists from the Department of Atomic Energy and M/s. IDRS Labs Pvt. Ltd. Bengaluru have made strides in improving the quality of life for cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy. Collaborative Effort Experts from renowned institutions such ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Demaorchestia: New Marine Amphipod Species

Researchers at Berhampur University, Odisha, have made a noteworthy discovery of a new species of marine amphipod in Chilika lake on the east coast of India. The shrimp-like crustacea, belonging to the genus Demaorchestia, has been named Demaorchestia alanensis after ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Oldest Black Hole in Cosmic History

In a groundbreaking discovery, astronomers have detected the oldest black hole ever observed, residing at the heart of the GN-z11 galaxy, dating back over 13 billion years to the dawn of the universe. This cosmic behemoth, with a mass surpassing ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

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Steve and the ‘Picket Fence’

The dazzling northern and southern lights, often gracing the night sky with their green, red, and purple brilliance, captivate the hearts of travel enthusiasts worldwide. However, among these celestial displays, two unique phenomena—Steve and the glowing green “picket fence”—stand out, ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

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Discovery of Giant Pliosaur Skull

A remarkable discovery on South West England’s Dorset Jurassic Coast has unveiled a giant pliosaur skull, providing unprecedented insights into the fearsome marine predator that inhabited the oceans 150 million years ago. Uniqueness The 2-meter-long fossil is among the most ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs