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Scientists Discover “Dark Oxygen” in Deep Pacific Ocean Without Sunlight

March 05, 2026

Deep-Sea Study Reveals Oxygen Production Near Polymetallic Nodules

Scientists investigating the deep Pacific Ocean have reported the detection of “dark oxygen” nearly 4,000 metres below the surface—an environment where sunlight cannot penetrate. The discovery challenges the long-held belief that oxygen on Earth is produced mainly through photosynthesis, which requires sunlight. The findings emerged from research conducted on mineral-rich formations on the ocean floor and have opened new debates about oxygen generation in extreme environments.

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Finland President Alexander Stubb Visits India for Raisina Dialogue 2026

March 05, 2026

India–Finland Relations Strengthen as President Stubb Attends Raisina Dialogue

Alexander Stubb is on an official visit to India from March 4 to 7, 2026, following an invitation from Narendra Modi. During the visit, President Stubb will participate as the Chief Guest at the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi. The trip marks his first visit to India since assuming the presidency and highlights efforts to deepen bilateral relations.

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Tamil Nadu Launches First Dark Sky Park in Kolli Hills to Promote Astro-Tourism

March 05, 2026

Ariyur Shola Reserve Forest Hosts Tamil Nadu’s First Dark Sky Park

Tamil Nadu has inaugurated its first Dark Sky Park at the Ariyur Shola Reserve Forest in Kolli Hills of Namakkal district. The facility was launched by R S Rajakannappan and aims to promote astro-tourism and scientific awareness in the state. The initiative positions Tamil Nadu as a developing destination for night-sky observation and space-related tourism.

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Saba Shawl Becomes First Kashmiri Woman to Head Central Jail Srinagar

March 05, 2026

Historic Appointment in J&K Prisons Department as Saba Shawl Leads Central Jail

Saba Shawl has been appointed Superintendent of Central Jail Srinagar, becoming the first Kashmiri woman to lead the high-security correctional facility. The appointment represents an important milestone for women in uniformed services in the Union Territory. The decision was issued through Government Order No. 145-Home of 2026 dated 2 March 2026 and took effect immediately.

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Debrigarh to Host 2nd Indian Bison Fest March 8, Celebrating Gaur Conservation Success

March 05, 2026

Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary Gears Up for Second Indian Bison Fest

The Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha will host the second edition of the two-day 'Indian Bison Fest' on March 8 at Zeropoint, celebrating the conservation of the Indian bison, locally known as 'Gayala' . Organized by the Hirakud Wildlife Division, the festival aims to bring together students, researchers, volunteers, and nature enthusiasts to highlight the remarkable recovery of the gaur (Bos gaurus) population in the Debrigarh-Hirakud landscape.

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