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Two new-to-science ant species have been identified from Andhra Pradesh in the Eastern Ghats. Belonging to the genus Aenictus, they are false army ants. That may sound like an insult, but this genus is called false army ants because of their size — smaller than true army ants while behaving like one. They move their
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NGT directs Suav’s status be changed from ‘nullah’ to ‘river’ in official records Orders publication of correction in gazette and local newspapers Bars new construction in demarcated floodplain zones Calls for monitoring of STPs and industrial effluents Warns non-compliance is punishable under NGT Act The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Uttar Pradesh government
The Seth Mansion in Bagbazar, a relic of industrial opulence, stands as a testament to Bengal’s rich trading history. Built by iron magnate Girish Chandra Seth, its unique architecture reflects European influence. As real estate pressures mount, this historic structure faces decline, symbolising the erasure of cultural identity and craftsmanship. In the quiet lanes of
Many medium-sized Indian cities could experience disproportionately higher temperature increases compared to surrounding rural areas, even under a 2°C global warming scenario, the upper limit for warming set under the Paris Agreement. A new study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences analysed 104 cities, with a population between 300,000 and one million
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The Southern Indian Ocean off the southwest coast of Australia is one of the saltiest parts of the global ocean. However, climate change is altering the very nature of this section, freshening it, with implications for ocean biodiversity, according to a new study by Colorado University Boulder. The area of salty seawater has decreased by
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This ‘desi dish’ is a delight that our entire family enjoys. Fara with gajar ka halwa Ingredients Fara (Rice flour, soaked chana dal, turmeric powder, salt, hing, coriander leaves and curry leaves) and Gajar ka halwa (Carrot, milk, ghee and some dry fruits). Method For Fara, soak 1/4 cup chana dal and 1/4 cup urad
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Our family usually used to have ‘Fara chatani’ during the festival of light, Diwali. Fara chatani Ingredients Lentils Rice flour Chilli, garlic Asafoetida Salt. Method Soak dal and grind it with garlic, chilli, and salt. Stuff rice dough in the shape of gujiyas and steam them just like momos (Tibetan-style dumplings). Pulses are more than
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New research reveals that fish expend significantly more energy to hover in water than previously thought. Contrary to the belief that neutral buoyancy allows effortless suspension, fish must constantly adjust their posture to counteract torque caused by misaligned centers of mass and buoyancy. This continuous effort involves intricate fin movements, challenging the notion of effortless
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The rise of AI tools is revitalizing programming for developers, making coding enjoyable, but also increasing workload and emphasizing the need for visibility in contributions.
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