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Steppe Eagle in Rajasthan: Habitat, Migration and Conservation

March 29, 2026

Rajasthan Emerges as a Key Winter Habitat for Steppe Eagle

The western part of Rajasthan has been recognised as an important wintering site for the Steppe Eagle, a migratory bird of prey facing global population decline. This highlights the ecological value of India’s desert landscapes in supporting migratory species during seasonal movements.

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SWOT Satellite Maps Ocean Floor: NASA Breakthrough Explained

March 29, 2026

SWOT Mission Enhances Ocean Floor Mapping

NASA has generated a high-resolution map of the ocean floor using data from the Surface Water and Ocean Topography satellite. This development significantly improves understanding of underwater terrain and global water dynamics, supporting advanced research in oceanography and climate science.

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Euthalia zubeengargi Butterfly Discovered in Arunachal Pradesh

March 29, 2026

Discovery of Euthalia zubeengargi in Arunachal Pradesh

A new butterfly species, Euthalia zubeengargi, has been documented in Arunachal Pradesh, reinforcing the region’s status as a major biodiversity hotspot. The finding highlights the ecological richness of India’s northeastern landscapes, which continue to yield new species due to their varied terrain and climatic diversity.

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Waste Foundry Sand in Road Construction: IIF–CSIR CRRI Initiative

March 29, 2026

Sustainable Roads Using Foundry Sand: Benefits and Key Facts

The Institute of Indian Foundrymen and CSIR–Central Road Research Institute have partnered to promote the use of waste foundry sand in road construction, advancing sustainable infrastructure and efficient waste utilisation.

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IXPE Findings on RCW 86 Supernova Remnant Explained

March 29, 2026

NASA’s IXPE Mission Reveals Structure of RCW 86 Remnant

Recent observations by NASA using the Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer have provided deeper insights into RCW 86, a supernova remnant believed to be about 2,000 years old. These findings enhance earlier studies conducted through Chandra X-ray Observatory and XMM-Newton, offering a more detailed understanding of its structure and evolution.

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