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An enormous gravitational anomaly, where the ocean surface is 106 meters lower than its surrounding surroundings, is located deep beneath the Indian Ocean and presents an intriguing riddle. For many years, scientists have been baffled by this phenomenon, which is called the Indian Ocean Geoid Low (IOGL). By linking the anomaly to deep-seated mantle processes … Read more
In a startling revelation, NASA has reported that global sea levels rose more than expected in 2024, signaling a growing climate crisis. Scientists had anticipated a rise of 0.17 inches (0.43 cm), but the actual increase was 0.23 inches (0.59 cm), exceeding predictions. This unexpected acceleration is attributed to record-breaking ocean warming and increased melting … Read more
An outstanding illustration of early urban planning and engineering is the ancient city of Mohenjo-Daro, which was a part of the Indus Valley Civilization. This city, which dates to approximately 2500 BCE and is located in modern-day Pakistan, exemplifies the inventiveness of a culture that was well ahead of its time. The city was designed … Read more
Scientists have detected unusual signals from the heart of our galaxy, the Milky Way, which could hint at the presence of an unknown type of dark matter. A recent study suggests that this mysterious substance, which makes up about 85% of the universe yet remains invisible, may be shaping cosmic chemistry in ways we never … Read more
Indian leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal is set to take his cricketing journey overseas once again. After being sidelined from Team India for an extended period, Chahal has decided to join English county cricket, signing a deal with Northamptonshire for the 2025 season. This move comes ahead of IPL 2025, where he will first be seen in … Read more
On March 10, 1977, a routine observation led to a groundbreaking discovery that reshaped planetary science forever. Astronomers James Elliot, Edward Dunham, and Jessica Mink were studying Uranus using the Kuiper Airborne Observatory, a telescope mounted on a high-altitude plane. They were observing a phenomenon known as stellar occultation—when a planet moves in front of … Read more
Our globe is changing quickly due to global warming, and its destructive repercussions are not just felt on land. Rising temperatures, melting glaciers, and increased coastal runoff are causing an existential catastrophe for underwater forests, especially kelp ecosystems. Known as the “trees of the ocean,” kelps are essential to marine environments. Innumerable marine species rely … Read more
Rohit Sharma’s journey over the past six months has been anything but smooth. A lean patch with the bat even forced him to step away from the playing XI, raising questions about his future. However, true champions rise when it matters most, and Rohit didn’t just find light at the end of the tunnel—he found … Read more
Kathmandu witnessed a massive pro-monarchy demonstration as Nepal’s former king, Gyanendra Shah, returned from a trip to the country’s west. Around 10,000 supporters gathered outside Tribhuvan International Airport, chanting slogans demanding the reinstatement of the monarchy. Protesters called for the royal palace to be vacated for the king, expressing dissatisfaction with the current political system. … Read more
Archaeologists have made an astonishing discovery at Karnak Temple in Luxor, Egypt—a 2,600-year-old cache of gold jewelry and sacred artifacts. This remarkable find includes a rare gold statuette of three deities, possibly used as an amulet for divine protection. The discovery provides fresh insights into ancient Egyptian religious practices and raises intriguing questions about why … Read more