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A photo in Mussoorie and a trip to Kedarnath: CA turned famous filmmaker opens up about spirituality, coincidence and fate
3+ hour, 11+ min ago (258+ words) Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur shared a thought-provoking reflection after a trip to Mussoorie. A photograph of mountain peaks taken there bore a striking resemblance to Kedarnath. This coincidence, coupled with a planned trip to Kedarnath, led Kapur to ponder the nature…...
At Ranthambhore National Park, tiger climbs tree, braves sharp branches to hunt grey heron birds. Video goes viral
3+ week, 6+ day ago (265+ words) A tiger was filmed climbing a tree in Ranthambore National Park to hunt grey heron chicks, a rare display of adaptability driven by hunger. The adult heron bravely defended its nest, showcasing parental devotion against a formidable predator. The video…...
The 9, 000-Year-Old Forest That Is Technically One Single Tree
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (438+ words) High in Sweden's mountains, a Norway spruce named Old Tjikko reveals a root system over 9, 000 years old, challenging our understanding of individual trees. This ancient organism, surviving through clonal regeneration, has repeatedly replaced its visible trunks while its core genetic…...
Thought of the Day by Pablo Picasso: "Who sees the human face correctly: the photographer, the mirror, or
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (133+ words) Thought of the day: Pablo Picasso's words challenge readers to reconsider how they perceive themselves and others. Perhaps the greater insight is that every face contains multiple truths, and every act of seeing is, in some measure, an act of…...
The Next Wave of "Nature Wonders" Will Come From Better Eyes: Drones, Satellites, and Time-Lapse
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (356+ words) The Economic Times For most of scientific history, discoveries in nature depended on what a person could see while standing in one place Mountains were climbed, forests were walked, and oceans were sampled (in fragments) That limitation shaped not only…...
Some Viral "Science Wonder" Images Aren"t Real, Here"s How Scientists Verify the Truth
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (102+ words) Visuals can be deceiving, with fake scientific images spreading rapidly online. While some image editing enhances understanding, deliberate falsification undermines research credibility. True scientific proof relies on rigorous fieldwork, replicable methods, peer review, and validated data, not just striking visuals....
A 200-year quest for a lost portrait
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (79+ words) One of Scotland's greatest artists had sketched the country's most revered poet, only for the artwork to go missing for centuries After Sebi tightens equity F&O trades, punters find new casino Can Sula keep pouring as FTA raises a…...
Rosette Nebula, also called the Skull Nebula, 10, 000 times the mass of the Sun, peaks in winter skies: How to find it
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (445+ words) Rosette Nebula: Winter offers prime viewing for the Rosette Nebula, a striking star-forming region approximately 5, 000 light-years away. Its intricate structure and vibrant appearance, earning it the nickname Skull Nebula, are best observed with binoculars or a telescope under dark, clear…...
Apple Creator Studio launched: Pricing, plans, and what the subscription includes
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (528+ words) The Economic Times...
Indian-origin astronomer wins UK's Royal Astronomical Society Gold Medal
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (634+ words) The Economic Times...