Image

Discovery of Hydroxyl Megamaser 8 Billion Light-Years Away Using MeerKAT

March 09, 2026

Powerful Cosmic “Space Laser” Detected in Distant Galaxy by MeerKAT Telescope

Astronomers have identified an exceptionally powerful cosmic “space laser,” known as a hydroxyl megamaser, in a distant galaxy located more than 8 billion light-years from Earth. The discovery was made with the MeerKAT Radio Telescope in South Africa. Scientists consider it one of the most distant and energetic megamasers ever detected. The research findings have been accepted for publication in Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society Letters, offering valuable insights into how galaxies behave during intense cosmic collisions.

Month: 

Category: 

Karnataka High Court Orders Expansion of Kappatagudda Wildlife Sanctuary

March 08, 2026

Court Directs Karnataka to Include Entire Kappatagudda Reserve Forest in Sanctuary

The Karnataka High Court has instructed the Karnataka government to include the remaining sections of the Kappatagudda Wildlife Sanctuary within the protected sanctuary limits in Gadag district. The directive followed the court’s observation that the official notification issued in May 2019 declared only 244.15 square kilometres as sanctuary land, even though the Karnataka State Wildlife Board had earlier approved protection for a larger forest area.

Month: 

Category: 

Rare Dusky Eagle Owl Pair Spotted Near Corbett Tiger Reserve After 14 Years

March 08, 2026

Dusky Eagle Owl Rediscovered in Uttarakhand’s Terai Forests, Boosting Conservation Hopes

A rare pair of Dusky Eagle-Owl has been spotted in the Phato tourism zone of the Terai West Forest Division near Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand. The sighting has generated excitement among conservationists and birdwatchers because the species had not been officially recorded in the region since 2010. The discovery highlights the ecological richness of the Terai landscape and indicates improving habitat conditions around the reserve.

Month: 

Category: 

World Obesity Atlas 2026 Warns of Rising Childhood Obesity in India

March 08, 2026

India Ranks Second Globally in Childhood High BMI Cases: World Obesity Atlas 2026

Childhood obesity in India has reached concerning levels, according to the World Obesity Atlas 2026 released by the World Obesity Federation on World Obesity Day. The report estimates that in 2025, nearly 15 million children aged 5–9 and over 26 million adolescents aged 10–19 in India were living with overweight or obesity. The findings underline a growing public health challenge and suggest that global initiatives aimed at reducing childhood obesity are not progressing as expected.

Month: 

Category: 

Smriti Mandhana Becomes First Cricketer to Get Her Own Barbie Doll

March 08, 2026

Barbie Honours Smriti Mandhana Ahead of International Women’s Day 2026

Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana has reached a remarkable milestone by becoming the first cricketer to have a Barbie doll modelled after her. The announcement was made ahead of International Women's Day 2026, bringing together the worlds of sport and popular culture. The honour recognises Mandhana’s achievements in international cricket and her influence as an inspiration for young girls interested in sports.

Month: 

Category: