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Kirtida Mekani, popularly known as Singapore's 'tree lady', dies at 66

Kirtida Mekani, popularly known as Singapore's 'tree lady', dies at 66

The sudden passing of "Tree Lady", as she was affectionately called, on January 19 has left a profound void in Singapore's environment, arts, and civic communities ' circles she shaped quietly yet decisively for more than three decades

Leopard rescued from sweet shop after 8 hours in Daman

During the rescue operation, it was found that the leopard was sitting on the staircase on the third floor of the building

22 January,2026 11:11 AM IST | Daman | PTI

Dolphin census begins in Chilika Lake after sightings across lagoon

According to Nayak, the teams are recording dolphin sightings using binoculars and laser rangefinders to note angles, distance, and precise locations

22 January,2026 09:55 AM IST | Odisha | ANI

Warming temperatures are forcing Antarctic penguins to breed earlier

With temperatures in the breeding ground increasing 5.4 degrees Fahrenheit (3 degrees Celsius) from 2012 to 2022, three different penguin species are beginning their reproductive process about two weeks earlier than the decade before

21 January,2026 10:12 AM IST | Washington | AP

Tamil Nadu: Water birds flock to rain-filled salt pans in Thoothukudi Harbour

These salt pans, which are usually used only for salt production, now resemble natural water bodies. As a result, the area has become a favourable habitat for several species of water birds

21 January,2026 09:47 AM IST | Thoothukudi | ANI

Karnataka: Four spotted deer die in Davanagere's Indira Priyadarshini Mini Zoo

After evaluating the initial symptoms, the committee suspects the outbreak may be a contagious disease known as 'Hemorrhagic Septicemia' (HS)

19 January,2026 01:08 PM IST | Davanagere (Karnataka) | ANI

World's oceans absorbed more heat in 2025 than in any other year

A new international study has found that the world’s oceans absorbed more heat in 2025 than in any year on record, with ocean heat content reaching unprecedented levels in the upper 2,000 metres. Published in Advances in Atmospheric Sciences, the research links rising ocean temperatures to intensified extreme weather events

17 January,2026 01:36 PM IST | Beijing | IANS

New reed snake species, Calamaria mizoramensis, discovered in Mizoram

A collaborative study by Indian and international researchers has identified a new reed snake species, Calamaria mizoramensis, in Mizoram, correcting a decades-old taxonomic error. The non-venomous, nocturnal species inhabits forested hills at elevations of 670–1,295m and is currently assessed as Least Concern

13 January,2026 10:31 AM IST | Aizawl | PTI

Pune doctors give pet dog with liver, spleen tumour new lease of life

Within just 15 days of the pet dog Muffin’s procedure, the results have been remarkable showing a strong and encouraging recovery

12 January,2026 11:38 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Pune vets save senior dog with rare tumour procedure

Within just 15 days of the pet dog Muffin’s procedure, the results have been remarkable showing a strong and encouraging recovery

12 January,2026 01:40 PM IST | Pune | mid-day online correspondent

Invasive 'alien' fish spreads in Pakistani waters, threatens biodiversity

WWF-Pakistan warns that the invasive Amazon sailfin catfish has established itself in Sindh and Lower Punjab, posing serious risks to aquatic biodiversity, native fish species, and the fisheries economy

10 January,2026 09:37 AM IST | Karachi | ANI

IIT Guwahati scientists create solar catalyst to turn CO2 into clean fuel

Researchers at IIT Guwahati have developed a photocatalytic material that converts carbon dioxide into methanol fuel using sunlight, offering a promising route for clean energy and carbon reduction

09 January,2026 11:03 AM IST | New Delhi [India] | PTI
Invasive 'alien' fish spreads in Pakistani waters, threatens biodiversity

Invasive 'alien' fish spreads in Pakistani waters, threatens biodiversity

WWF-Pakistan warns that the invasive Amazon sailfin catfish has established itself in Sindh and Lower Punjab, posing serious risks to aquatic biodiversity, native fish species, and the fisheries economy

10 January,2026 09:37 AM IST | Karachi | ANI
IIT Guwahati scientists create solar catalyst to turn CO2 into clean fuel

IIT Guwahati scientists create solar catalyst to turn CO2 into clean fuel

Researchers at IIT Guwahati have developed a photocatalytic material that converts carbon dioxide into methanol fuel using sunlight, offering a promising route for clean energy and carbon reduction

09 January,2026 11:03 AM IST | New Delhi [India] | PTI
15 Indian vultures released in Maharashtra's Melghat tiger reserve

15 Indian vultures released in Maharashtra's Melghat tiger reserve

All the vultures were fitted with GSM and satellite tags on December 19 in 2025, to enable scientists to track their movement, and survival after release into the wild

07 January,2026 10:02 AM IST | Mumbai | PTI
Odisha: Migratory birds arrive at Chilika Lake as temperature drops

Odisha: Migratory birds arrive at Chilika Lake as temperature drops

The birds congregate at many places throughout Chilika. Important places to visit for bird lovers are Nalbana and Mangalajodi

07 January,2026 09:55 AM IST | Odisha | ANI
Assam: Tigress carcass found in Kaziranga National Park

Assam: Tigress carcass found in Kaziranga National Park

The carcass was found within the protected area, and the death appeared to be a result of natural conflict

06 January,2026 12:20 PM IST | Kaziranga (Assam) | ANI

IN PHOTOS: Glimpses of the first supermoon of 2026 across India

The first supermoon of 2026 lit up the night sky on Saturday, and here are some breathtaking visuals from different states of India

04 January,2026 01:49 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto
Rescued as a cub, tiger shifted to Dnyanganga sanctuary for rewilding

Rescued as a cub, tiger shifted to Dnyanganga sanctuary for rewilding

The tiger, known as PKT7CP1, and its sister were rescued from Yavatmal district after they lost their mother when they were only six months old

06 January,2026 12:20 PM IST | Buldhana | PTI

Odisha Bihanga Utsav 2026 underway to celebrate migratory birds at Chilika Lake

Odisha Bihanga Utsav 2026 underway to celebrate migratory birds at Chilika Lake

A tourist at Khordha said that two locations, Mangalajodi and Nalabana, attract large numbers of migratory birds each year

05 January,2026 10:12 AM IST | Khordha | ANI

Centre grants design patent to Haryana scientist for multipurpose bee dispenser

Centre grants design patent to Haryana scientist for multipurpose bee dispenser

The bee dispenser device, which helps prevent insects and diseases that adversely affect honeybees, was designed by Dr O P Chaudhary

05 January,2026 09:55 AM IST | Hisar | PTI

First supermoon of the year lights up sky across India

First supermoon of the year lights up sky across India

Cities like Guwahati, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata, and Lucknow witnessed the bright Moon soon after sunset

04 January,2026 03:28 PM IST | Guwahati | ANI

Indian Rock Python rescued in Ratnagiri after getting entangled in a fishing net

    Indian Rock Python rescued in Ratnagiri after getting entangled in a fishing net

    An Indian Rock Python was rescued after getting entangled in a fishing net near Velas Danda Wadi, Ratnagiri. Thanks to the swift efforts of wildlife enthusiasts Mohan Upadhye, Devendra Bhagat, Vighnesh Wani, and Bhushan Patil, it was safely released back into the wild.

    27 September,2024 02:33 PM IST
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