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Indian Women Hockey Team clinches return to Pro League by winning the FIH Nations Cup 2026.

Jun 23, 2026

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The Indian women's hockey team secured the victory with a 2-0 win over New Zealand in the final match at Auckland, thus clinching the FIH Hockey Women's Nations Cup 2026 title. India not only made it to the FIH Women's Pro League but also defeated their opponents throughout the tournament. The win is a positive sign of the progress of Indian women's hockey in international competitions.

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Soil-Powered Electricity: UK Startup Turns Garden Dirt into Clean Energy

Jun 23, 2026

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A UK startup called Bactery has developed a device that generates electricity from soil bacteria. The device, about the size of a small box, captures electrons naturally released by microbes in the ground. It can be buried and forgotten for up to 30 years without maintenance. The technology could power agricultural sensors and eventually contribute to household electricity needs.

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CURAJ is developing a sensor-based water quality monitoring system to detect lead in drinking water.

Jun 23, 2026

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A team of researchers from the Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ) has created a low cost sensor that can be used to detect toxic lead in drinking water. The sensor does not require the addition of chemicals and can be used in homes, water treatment plants and public water systems. This innovation will help to keep drinking water safer and to protect public health.

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Solanum Pandeyi: New Wild Brinjal Species Discovered in Andaman Islands

Jun 23, 2026

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A new species of wild brinjal called Solanum pandeyi has been discovered in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. A scientist from the Botanical Survey of India found it in Middle Andaman's evergreen forest. The Great Andamanese tribe uses it for food and medicine. This discovery adds to India's rich plant biodiversity.

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Bengaluru Hosts BRICS Heads of Space Agencies Meet 2026

Jun 23, 2026

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Bengaluru is hosting the BRICS Heads of Space Agencies meet on June 23-24, 2026. India is the Chair of BRICS this year. Representatives from all 11 BRICS member countries will attend. The theme is "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability." Space sustainability and cooperation will be major discussion points.

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