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Scientists confirmed a fearsome sea creature, Tylosaurus rex, was the T. rex of its time! They said, "The skull alone is as long as I am tall." This massive marine reptile, about 13.2 meters long, hunted in ancient seas around 80 million years ago, rivaling its land-dwelling T. rex cousin in size and ferocity.
Karnataka is aiming to become a leader in quantum tech! The government formed a 16-member Quantum Task Force to guide research and innovation. They'll help create a "Quantum City" and support new startups. The task force will "provide the necessary policy formulation" to boost this field.
Indian scientists found weak magnetic fields in the Sun's outer layer using a special radio telescope built in India. This discovery, made at Gauribidanur, could help us understand solar eruptions better. Researchers said, "It is remarkable that magnetic fields this weak can lead to powerful solar eruptions."
India's Bellatrix is teaming up with a South Korean company to build a new kind of satellite that flies super low! This satellite will take really clear pictures of Earth. They said, "The partnership aims to launch the mission by 2028." It's for things like watching over disasters and the environment.
Another big storm is heading our way! While one is leaving, another is expected between June 3 and June 5. Meteorologists say this could bring thunderstorms, strong winds, and dust storms to northwest India. The satellite showed clouds and a swirl over Central Asia, meaning more weather is coming.
The Ministry of Culture shared a post about a 4,500-year-old Indus dice, sparking pride in India's heritage. The ministry said, "India is the enduring living continuity of the Indus-Saraswati Civilisation." Many users loved the post, asking for more content on ancient India. This comes after a debate about a Pashupati-Shiva seal.
Google plans to release 32 million special mosquitoes in Florida to fight dengue. These male mosquitoes carry a harmless bug called Wolbachia. When they mate with wild females, their eggs won't hatch, shrinking the mosquito population. This method has already worked well in California and Singapore, where dengue cases dropped significantly.
Guess what? We might have learned how to keep friends from chimps! Scientists found that chimps and bonobos have social circles just like us, with close pals and wider acquaintances. A study showed they groom each other in a way that mirrors our own friendship patterns. It's like they said, "we build layered social networks."
India's research paradox is that it's creating smart scientists but struggling to turn their work into big business. While many patents are filed, few become valuable products. A professor noted, "Industry does not generally indulge in long gestation, high risk fundamental or" research, meaning companies often wait until a project is proven before investing, hindering innovation.
A meteor exploded near a Philippine volcano on May 25, and a strange white light was seen rising. Many thought it was a UFO, but scientist Avi Loeb said it was "likely the glint from a satellite that reflects sunlight." He explained it was a coincidence, with the light moving in a straight line like a satellite.
Scientists are finding new ways to fight diseases like cancer using tiny protein pieces called peptides. Researchers found that by carefully designing these peptides, they can help a cell's "guardian angel" protein do its job better. They said, "medical researchers should look not just at protein combinations." This could lead to better medicines.
Scientists found that the Himalayan pit viper is actually five different species! For over 160 years, people thought it was just one snake. Researchers said, "the genetic break between these groups was clear." This amazing discovery shows how much more there is to learn about nature.