January 9, 2026

Northern Lights May Glow Over Parts of US This Week Amid Solar Storm

A mild solar storm may bring the Northern Lights to northern US states like Alaska, Washington, Montana, and the Dakotas from January 8-9. Some states farther south might see faint glows. Clear skies and low light pollution will improve chances.

January 9, 2026

Scientists Recover DNA Traces from Leonardo da Vinci Artefacts Using New Technique

Scientists have extracted tiny DNA samples from items linked to Leonardo da Vinci, including a rare red chalk drawing. This discovery opens fresh scientific questions about the Renaissance genius through innovative DNA study methods.

January 9, 2026

India’s First Commercial Quantum Computer to Be Deployed at IIIT Dharwad

Karnataka to host India’s first commercial quantum computer at IIIT Dharwad. The state pushes quantum tech growth with QpiAI and explores new water safety tech with Singapore’s ZWEEC.

January 9, 2026

India's New Pesticides Management Bill Aims to Modernize and Strengthen Regulations

The Union Agriculture Ministry invites public comments on the draft Pesticides Management Bill to replace the Insecticides Act, 1968. The Bill focuses on safer pesticide use, wider regulation, and stricter penalties.

January 9, 2026

Panama’s Ocean Upwelling Fails in 2025, Threatening Marine Life

For the first time in decades, Panama’s ocean upwelling stopped in 2025. This rare pause kept waters warm, cutting nutrient flow, lowering fish numbers, and increasing reef bleaching. Scientists warn this event reveals hidden climate risks for coastal ecosystems worldwide.