February 5, 2026

Mysuru Records 48,000 Trees In City-Wide Census To Boost Green Cover

Mysuru's tree census has documented 48,000 trees so far, aiming to cover all 65 wards by March 31. The project will aid future urban planning and environmental policies.

February 5, 2026

IIT Guwahati Uses AI and Land Features to Predict Dangerous Glacial Lakes in Eastern Himalayas

IIT Guwahati researchers have developed a new method to predict where glacial lakes will form in the Eastern Himalayas. Using satellite data and machine learning, their work can improve flood warnings and protect mountain communities from disasters caused by glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs).

February 5, 2026

Early Earth Might Have Been Purple Due to Retinal Pigment Before Chlorophyll

Scientists reveal Earth may have looked purple 2 billion years ago. Early life used retinal pigment to harness sunlight, not chlorophyll. Oxygen rose later with photosynthesis.

February 5, 2026

Tiger Kills Two Cattle Near Rajamahendravaram, Alerts Issued to Locals

A tiger has killed two cattle near Rajamahendravaram city early Thursday morning. Locals warned to avoid fields and schools remain closed in nearby areas.

February 5, 2026

Kerala Urges Centre to Fast-Track Outer Ring Road Approval Near Vizhinjam Seaport

Kerala government asks the Centre to speed up approval for the Vizhinjam-Navaikulam Outer Ring Road. The road is vital after Vizhinjam seaport’s full operation. Kerala offered to share costs and waive GST. Final clearance awaits detailed study and environmental nod, expected by February 2026.