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"Go Ahead": What Arun Jaitley Told Raghuram Rajan About Tackling Bad Loans
Corruption and delayed planning permits, or land and environmental clearances, contributed to the build-up of non-performing assets - post the global financial crisis - on Indian banks' books, former Reserve Bank chief Raghuram Rajan said.
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Seasonal Flu: Here Are 8 Preventive Measures Against Respiratory Infections
Seasonal Flu: By following these preventive measures, you can significantly reduce your chances of falling sick and protect those around you.
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Updated World Magnetic Model Predicts Magnetic North Pole’s Shift
On December 17, the National Centers for Environmental Information and the British Geological Survey released an updated version of the World Magnetic Model, designed to predict Earth's magnetic field changes over the next five years. The update is crucial for ensuring the accuracy of navigation systems, including satellite and smartphone applicati...
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NASA's Curiosity Rover Explores Mars' Texoli Butte Amid New Challenges
NASA's Curiosity Rover is navigating the northern end of Texoli Butte on Mars, uncovering ancient sedimentary layers. Recent challenges forced the rover to stop its drive earlier than planned, delaying some imaging tasks. Despite this, scientific efforts continued, focusing on "Avalon," a dark bedrock vein, long-range imaging, and environmental obs...
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NASA’s InSight Mars Lander Captured with Dust Layers by Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter
NASA’s retired InSight Mars lander has been spotted by the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) in a recent image taken on October 23, 2024. The image, captured using the HiRISE camera, shows dust accumulation on InSight’s solar panels, now matching the reddish-brown Martian surface. This observation provides insights into wind patterns and dust m...
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Permafrost Thawing Could Accelerate Climate Change, Here’s What It Means
Permafrost, a frozen layer rich in organic matter, is degrading due to rising temperatures. By the end of the century, researchers predict significant thawing, releasing carbon into the atmosphere. In a study by Zhengzhou University and Purdue University, thawing scenarios under two climate pathways (SSP126 and SSP585) project the release of up to ...
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World's Largest Iceberg A23a Resumes Journey North After Months of Stagnation
A23a, the largest iceberg in the world, has begun moving again after being trapped in a vortex near the South Orkney Islands. Weighing nearly a trillion tonnes and twice the size of Greater London, the iceberg has been stuck in the Weddell Sea for over three decades. Now on its way north, scientists are studying its potential environmental impacts,...
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Humpback Whale’s Unprecedented 8,000-Mile Migration Shatters Records
A humpback whale has been tracked on an unprecedented 8,000-mile migration, breaking records for the longest documented journey between breeding grounds. Scientists suggest the movement might be due to climate change affecting food and mating behaviours. AI-driven photo tracking through HappyWhale.com played a key role in identifying the whale’s ...
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KAIST Researchers Increase Lithium Metal Battery Lifespan by 750 Percent with Water-Based Solution
KAIST researchers have developed a groundbreaking method to extend the lifespan of lithium metal batteries by 750%. By using an eco-friendly protective layer made of hollow nanofibres, the team was able to significantly enhance the performance of lithium anodes. This process, which uses guar gum and water, not only improves battery life but also re...
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ispace and Magna Petra Collaborate for Sustainable Helium-3 Extraction from Moon
ispace and Magna Petra have joined forces to pioneer sustainable helium-3 extraction from the moon's regolith. Helium-3, a rare isotope critical for energy and technology applications, could be a game-changer for Earth. Magna Petra plans to use environmentally conscious methods to extract and transport the isotope. The initiative aligns with ispace...
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What To Know About Eco-Anxiety
Understanding eco-anxiety, its effects, and ways to address it is crucial for managing mental health while promoting positive environmental action.
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Activist Tied To Pole, Attacked By Aqua Farmers For Opposing Illegal Ponds
An environmental activist from Andhra Pradesh was brutally beaten by aqua farmers for opposing illegal aquaculture practices in the Konaseema region.
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Nokia 360 Camera With 8K Video Streaming, 5G Support for Industrial Applications Launched: Specifications
Nokia 360 Camera was launched globally on Tuesday for industrial applications. It boasts features such as multimedia streaming in up to 8K resolution, spatial audio support, low-latency connection, and 5G capability. It is rated IP67 against dust and water ingress and its top-of-the-line model can withstand harsh environmental conditions, including...
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India's Top Google Searches Of 2024: IPL, Ratan Tata, BJP Lead The Trends
Environmental and weather-related concerns also resonated with Indians, as searches for "excessive heat" spiked in 2024, reflecting the effects of rising summer temperatures.
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Ecologist Madhav Gadgil Receives UN's Highest Environmental Honour
The United Nations on Tuesday recognised ecologist Madhav Gadgil with the annual Champions of the Earth award, the UN's highest environmental honour, for his seminal work in the Western Ghats, a global biodiversity hotspot.
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"Go Ahead": What Arun Jaitley Told Raghuram Rajan About Tackling Bad Loans
Corruption and delayed planning permits, or land and environmental clearances, contributed to the build-up of non-performing assets - post the global financial crisis - on Indian banks' books, former Reserve Bank chief Raghuram Rajan said.
-
Seasonal Flu: Here Are 8 Preventive Measures Against Respiratory Infections
Seasonal Flu: By following these preventive measures, you can significantly reduce your chances of falling sick and protect those around you.
-
Updated World Magnetic Model Predicts Magnetic North Pole’s Shift
On December 17, the National Centers for Environmental Information and the British Geological Survey released an updated version of the World Magnetic Model, designed to predict Earth's magnetic field changes over the next five years. The update is crucial for ensuring the accuracy of navigation systems, including satellite and smartphone applicati...
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NASA's Curiosity Rover Explores Mars' Texoli Butte Amid New Challenges
NASA's Curiosity Rover is navigating the northern end of Texoli Butte on Mars, uncovering ancient sedimentary layers. Recent challenges forced the rover to stop its drive earlier than planned, delaying some imaging tasks. Despite this, scientific efforts continued, focusing on "Avalon," a dark bedrock vein, long-range imaging, and environmental obs...
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NASA’s InSight Mars Lander Captured with Dust Layers by Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter
NASA’s retired InSight Mars lander has been spotted by the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) in a recent image taken on October 23, 2024. The image, captured using the HiRISE camera, shows dust accumulation on InSight’s solar panels, now matching the reddish-brown Martian surface. This observation provides insights into wind patterns and dust m...
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Permafrost Thawing Could Accelerate Climate Change, Here’s What It Means
Permafrost, a frozen layer rich in organic matter, is degrading due to rising temperatures. By the end of the century, researchers predict significant thawing, releasing carbon into the atmosphere. In a study by Zhengzhou University and Purdue University, thawing scenarios under two climate pathways (SSP126 and SSP585) project the release of up to ...
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World's Largest Iceberg A23a Resumes Journey North After Months of Stagnation
A23a, the largest iceberg in the world, has begun moving again after being trapped in a vortex near the South Orkney Islands. Weighing nearly a trillion tonnes and twice the size of Greater London, the iceberg has been stuck in the Weddell Sea for over three decades. Now on its way north, scientists are studying its potential environmental impacts,...
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Humpback Whale’s Unprecedented 8,000-Mile Migration Shatters Records
A humpback whale has been tracked on an unprecedented 8,000-mile migration, breaking records for the longest documented journey between breeding grounds. Scientists suggest the movement might be due to climate change affecting food and mating behaviours. AI-driven photo tracking through HappyWhale.com played a key role in identifying the whale’s ...
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KAIST Researchers Increase Lithium Metal Battery Lifespan by 750 Percent with Water-Based Solution
KAIST researchers have developed a groundbreaking method to extend the lifespan of lithium metal batteries by 750%. By using an eco-friendly protective layer made of hollow nanofibres, the team was able to significantly enhance the performance of lithium anodes. This process, which uses guar gum and water, not only improves battery life but also re...
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ispace and Magna Petra Collaborate for Sustainable Helium-3 Extraction from Moon
ispace and Magna Petra have joined forces to pioneer sustainable helium-3 extraction from the moon's regolith. Helium-3, a rare isotope critical for energy and technology applications, could be a game-changer for Earth. Magna Petra plans to use environmentally conscious methods to extract and transport the isotope. The initiative aligns with ispace...
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What To Know About Eco-Anxiety
Understanding eco-anxiety, its effects, and ways to address it is crucial for managing mental health while promoting positive environmental action.
-
Activist Tied To Pole, Attacked By Aqua Farmers For Opposing Illegal Ponds
An environmental activist from Andhra Pradesh was brutally beaten by aqua farmers for opposing illegal aquaculture practices in the Konaseema region.
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Nokia 360 Camera With 8K Video Streaming, 5G Support for Industrial Applications Launched: Specifications
Nokia 360 Camera was launched globally on Tuesday for industrial applications. It boasts features such as multimedia streaming in up to 8K resolution, spatial audio support, low-latency connection, and 5G capability. It is rated IP67 against dust and water ingress and its top-of-the-line model can withstand harsh environmental conditions, including...
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India's Top Google Searches Of 2024: IPL, Ratan Tata, BJP Lead The Trends
Environmental and weather-related concerns also resonated with Indians, as searches for "excessive heat" spiked in 2024, reflecting the effects of rising summer temperatures.
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Ecologist Madhav Gadgil Receives UN's Highest Environmental Honour
The United Nations on Tuesday recognised ecologist Madhav Gadgil with the annual Champions of the Earth award, the UN's highest environmental honour, for his seminal work in the Western Ghats, a global biodiversity hotspot.
