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Bakhira Lake

Bakhira Lake: A new study that measured magnetic minerals accumulated in sediments below the Bakhira Lake over 25000 years helped track past changes in climate and how they have influenced rainfall, weathering, sediment transport and lake processes in northern India. Bakhira Lake is located in the Ghaghara–Rapti alluvial system. It represents a perennial oxbow/floodplain wetland […]

Perylene diimide

Perylene diimide: A team of researchers integrated amino acid (aspartic acid) with a light-absorbing organic molecule, perylene diimide (PDI) and allowed the molecules to spontaneously organize themselves through supramolecular self-assembly. Perylene diimide is a derivative of perylene. It initially synthesized and explored as an organic dye, has since gained significant recognition for its outstanding optical […]

Endometriosis

Endometriosis: A latest study by the Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute for Research on Women’s Health (ICMR-NIRWoH), Mumbai, has found that genetic factors contribute to a woman’s risk of developing endometriosis. Endometriosis is a complex disease where tissue lining the uterus overgrows outside it. It is caused by a mix of genetics, hormones, environment, […]

Bhoramdev Wildlife Sanctuary

Bhoramdev Wildlife Sanctuary: Wildlife and bird monitoring at the renowned Bhoramdev Wildlife Sanctuary in Chhattisgarh is set to receive a technological boost, with the Forest Department preparing to introduce a “bird hearing” technology to track the presence and activities of birds and other wildlife. Bhoramdev Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Chhattisgarh. It is part of […]

Shivneri Fort

Shivneri Fort: The Union Minister of Culture recently directed the authorities to conduct an “objective assessment” of unauthorised constructions and other structures, including graves and dargahs, in and around Shivneri Fort and take appropriate action. Shivneri Fort is a very old and important hill fort located near the town of Junnar in the Pune district […]