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Polar Bear Fur's Natural Oil Prevents Ice Build-Up, Study Finds
Scientists have uncovered a surprising feature of polar bear fur: a natural oil that prevents ice accumulation. Unlike penguins, which rely on feather structure, polar bears benefit from a chemical composition that keeps their fur ice-free. A study published in Science Advances found that unwashed polar bear fur performed as well as high-performanc...
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From Super-Earth To Anti-HIV Drug: Top 10 Science Breakthroughs In 2024
In a groundbreaking achievement, Australian scientists have made a significant discovery that boosts oil production in plants, paving the way for the development of sustainable biofuels, including eco-friendly aviation fuel.
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Marble Bust Found in Egypt Sparks Debate Over Cleopatra VII’s Depiction
A marble bust discovered beneath a temple wall at Taposiris Magna in Egypt is believed by archaeologist Kathleen Martinez to represent Cleopatra VII. The statue, wearing a royal diadem, has drawn scepticism from experts, with Zahi Hawass suggesting a Roman-era origin instead. Found alongside the bust were 337 coins, oil lamps, a bronze ring, and ot...
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India's ONGC To Sell Stake, Seeks Global Help To Develop Fields
ONGC is hoping to lure interest from global companies with the "requisite technical expertise and financial strength" to support it in developing its Deen Dayal West field in the Bay of Bengal and ultra-deep discoveries in Krishna Godavari Basin.
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ONGC Sees Significant Rise In Oil, Gas Output By 2024-25
ONGC said its crude oil production will rise 11 per cent and natural gas output will jump 25 per cent after newer discoveries start producing
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India's ONGC To Sell Stake, Seeks Global Help To Develop Fields
ONGC is hoping to lure interest from global companies with the "requisite technical expertise and financial strength" to support it in developing its Deen Dayal West field in the Bay of Bengal and ultra-deep discoveries in Krishna Godavari Basin.
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Opinion: How Saudi Arabia Can Thrive In A Post-Oil World
On the face of it, no country has more to lose from the transition away from fossil fuels than Saudi Arabia. Before the discovery of oil, it barely existed as a nation.
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Opinion: Google And Facebook Lose A Battle To Win The War
When prospectors made what was the biggest oil discovery in history at Texas' Spindletop well in 1901, the world's premier oil monopolist was absent from the scene. Standard Oil Co., a decade away from being split up in an antitrust suit, was content to sit back and let smaller local rivals establish themselves.
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Government Introduces New Gas Marketing Norms To Help Producers
Mr Pradhan said the new, more transparent price discovery mechanism would help raise daily gas production from the Krishna Godavari basin on the east coast and other parts of the country by 40 mmscm.
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Saudi Aramco Discovers Two New Oil And Gas Fields, Says Energy Minister
State oil company Saudi Aramco has discovered two new oil and gas fields in the northern regions, the kingdom's energy minister said on Sunday, state news agency SPA reported.
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Pakistan May Soon Hit Oil, Gas Jackpot In The Arabian Sea: Imran Khan
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that his country is on the verge of hitting a kind of jackpot in the form of discovering a huge reserve of oil and gas in the Arabian Sea.
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Centre Asks Firms To Boost Shale Oil And Gas Discovery Efforts: Report
In late 2013, the government gave rights to Oil and Natural Gas Corp to explore for shale oil and gas reserves.
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Dead Monkeys, Pigeons Found Buried In Raigad, 8 People Detained
Eight people have been detained by the Maharashtra Forest department following the discovery of bodies of monkeys and pigeons buried in the premises of an oil marketing firm in neighbouring Raigad district, the police said.
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'Distressed' 5-Foot Snake Found In Noida Residential Building, Rescued
Maintenance staff at the Indian Oil Apartments, Noida made a scary discovery while cleaning the building courtyard recently. They spotted an approximately five-foot snake stuck in a crevice. Conservation NGO Wildlife SOS was called in to help.
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Bahrain Just Discovered 80 Billion Barrels Of Oil
A new discovery off the coast of Bahrain is estimated to contain at least 80 billion barrels of tight oil, the kingdom's biggest ever find, Bahrain's oil minister said.
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Polar Bear Fur's Natural Oil Prevents Ice Build-Up, Study Finds
Scientists have uncovered a surprising feature of polar bear fur: a natural oil that prevents ice accumulation. Unlike penguins, which rely on feather structure, polar bears benefit from a chemical composition that keeps their fur ice-free. A study published in Science Advances found that unwashed polar bear fur performed as well as high-performanc...
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From Super-Earth To Anti-HIV Drug: Top 10 Science Breakthroughs In 2024
In a groundbreaking achievement, Australian scientists have made a significant discovery that boosts oil production in plants, paving the way for the development of sustainable biofuels, including eco-friendly aviation fuel.
-
Marble Bust Found in Egypt Sparks Debate Over Cleopatra VII’s Depiction
A marble bust discovered beneath a temple wall at Taposiris Magna in Egypt is believed by archaeologist Kathleen Martinez to represent Cleopatra VII. The statue, wearing a royal diadem, has drawn scepticism from experts, with Zahi Hawass suggesting a Roman-era origin instead. Found alongside the bust were 337 coins, oil lamps, a bronze ring, and ot...
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India's ONGC To Sell Stake, Seeks Global Help To Develop Fields
ONGC is hoping to lure interest from global companies with the "requisite technical expertise and financial strength" to support it in developing its Deen Dayal West field in the Bay of Bengal and ultra-deep discoveries in Krishna Godavari Basin.
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ONGC Sees Significant Rise In Oil, Gas Output By 2024-25
ONGC said its crude oil production will rise 11 per cent and natural gas output will jump 25 per cent after newer discoveries start producing
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India's ONGC To Sell Stake, Seeks Global Help To Develop Fields
ONGC is hoping to lure interest from global companies with the "requisite technical expertise and financial strength" to support it in developing its Deen Dayal West field in the Bay of Bengal and ultra-deep discoveries in Krishna Godavari Basin.
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Opinion: How Saudi Arabia Can Thrive In A Post-Oil World
On the face of it, no country has more to lose from the transition away from fossil fuels than Saudi Arabia. Before the discovery of oil, it barely existed as a nation.
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Opinion: Google And Facebook Lose A Battle To Win The War
When prospectors made what was the biggest oil discovery in history at Texas' Spindletop well in 1901, the world's premier oil monopolist was absent from the scene. Standard Oil Co., a decade away from being split up in an antitrust suit, was content to sit back and let smaller local rivals establish themselves.
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Government Introduces New Gas Marketing Norms To Help Producers
Mr Pradhan said the new, more transparent price discovery mechanism would help raise daily gas production from the Krishna Godavari basin on the east coast and other parts of the country by 40 mmscm.
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Saudi Aramco Discovers Two New Oil And Gas Fields, Says Energy Minister
State oil company Saudi Aramco has discovered two new oil and gas fields in the northern regions, the kingdom's energy minister said on Sunday, state news agency SPA reported.
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Pakistan May Soon Hit Oil, Gas Jackpot In The Arabian Sea: Imran Khan
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that his country is on the verge of hitting a kind of jackpot in the form of discovering a huge reserve of oil and gas in the Arabian Sea.
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Centre Asks Firms To Boost Shale Oil And Gas Discovery Efforts: Report
In late 2013, the government gave rights to Oil and Natural Gas Corp to explore for shale oil and gas reserves.
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Dead Monkeys, Pigeons Found Buried In Raigad, 8 People Detained
Eight people have been detained by the Maharashtra Forest department following the discovery of bodies of monkeys and pigeons buried in the premises of an oil marketing firm in neighbouring Raigad district, the police said.
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'Distressed' 5-Foot Snake Found In Noida Residential Building, Rescued
Maintenance staff at the Indian Oil Apartments, Noida made a scary discovery while cleaning the building courtyard recently. They spotted an approximately five-foot snake stuck in a crevice. Conservation NGO Wildlife SOS was called in to help.
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Bahrain Just Discovered 80 Billion Barrels Of Oil
A new discovery off the coast of Bahrain is estimated to contain at least 80 billion barrels of tight oil, the kingdom's biggest ever find, Bahrain's oil minister said.
