Temperatures are not likely to fall, either. Bengaluru will continue to have dry days in the rest of April, Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) said. A spokesperson from IMD said that last weekend’s rainfall was scattered, and areas near Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) did not witness any rainfall. “The last widespread rain that the city experienced […]
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Studies show that Bangalore is the third light-polluted city in India after Delhi and Hyderabad. Krithika, a middle-aged graphic designer in Bangalore, vividly remembers her childhood days, when she used to enjoy her way back home from tuition class marvelling at the star-filled night sky. It has been years since she witnessed something similar. She […]
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Despite reports about the impending pollution of Lalbagh Lake, authorities maintain that the stormwater is clean. Migratory bird population around the Lalbagh lake has declined in the past three decades despite the authorities’ stated efforts to tackle lake pollution. The lake is well known as a popular spot for bird watching as exotic birds like, […]
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Mandatory compliance regulation from international clients during trade of genetic resources and delay in issuing certifications are major challenges for silk proteins manufacturers. Bangalore: Hydrolysed silk proteins manufacturers in India are having trouble exporting to countries like the United Kingdom (UK), Germany, Japan and other countries because of delay in certification of compliance to Nagoya […]
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Urbanization and toxins like nitrogen in lakes is driving pied kingfishers out of Bengaluru. The pied kingfisher is scarce to come by in the city for the past few years. Bird watchers said that this was a result of habitat destruction and loss of biodiversity. Dr. Krishna MB, ecologist and ornithologist said that there has […]
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A recent Lancet study has shed light on a concerning trend in Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) risk factors among Indians. A study has revealed that the risk factors for CVD have increased among disadvantaged groups, such as poor individuals, while remaining stable or even decreasing among wealthier individuals. The study found that the prevalence of CVD […]
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Despite women accounting for 44 percent of postgraduates and Ph.D. holders in STEM fields, their representation in the Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) workforce remains low, at just 13.9 percent. While the number of female students in STEM has risen, their participation in the workforce remains low shows a UNESCO report. Experts say that STEM […]
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Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) conducted ‘Zero Shadow Day’ outreach programme. Over 100 people participated in the ‘Zero Shadow Day’ outreach programme held by IIA on April 25. Several people who are interested in astrophysics visited IIA to learn about this natural phenomenon. Despite a school holiday, teachers along with the students interested in astrophysics […]
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JN Planetarium in the city pulled no stops to observe the phenomenon. A tall stick placed at the centre of a platform was the centre of attention. Everyone was gathered around it and watched it with bated breath. As the sun moved across the horizon, the shadow of the stick kept getting shorter and shorter […]
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Experts to push for comprehensive mental health data in the upcoming National Family Health Survey, the NFHS-6. Insufficient data on mental health in the country has made it difficult for experts and health officials to understand the magnitude of the mental health issues among people. It also hinders the implementation of proper policies that will […]
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