Yellowstone Volcano: A Deep Look into Its Past Eruptions and Magma Renewals

January 6, 2026

Yellowstone Volcano: A Deep Look into Its Past Eruptions and Magma Renewals

Yellowstone sits atop a huge volcanic system active for over 2 million years. Recent studies reveal it erupts in cycles, storing magma in crystal-rich zones. Its lava flows record Earth's magnetic history too. Despite ongoing activity underground, the risk of eruption remains uncertain but shows a dynamic system shaping the region.

Bengaluru Minimum Temperature Falls 3-4°C Amid Clear Skies This Week

January 5, 2026

Bengaluru Minimum Temperature Falls 3-4°C Amid Clear Skies This Week

Bengaluru’s minimum temperature dropped by 3-4 degrees Celsius over the past days due to clear skies, says IMD. The lowest reading was 13.8°C at Kempegowda Airport.

Parliament Clears SHANTI Bill to Open India's Nuclear Energy to Private Players with Govt Oversight

January 5, 2026

Parliament Clears SHANTI Bill to Open India's Nuclear Energy to Private Players with Govt Oversight

India’s Parliament approved the SHANTI Bill, allowing private and foreign firms to own and operate nuclear plants under government control. The Bill boosts energy security with ₹20,000 crore for new tech, sets clear safety rules, but sparks opposition over liability and transparency concerns.

Agasthyarkoodam Trek 2026 Set for Jan 14-Feb 11, Fee Fixed at ₹3,000

January 5, 2026

Agasthyarkoodam Trek 2026 Set for Jan 14-Feb 11, Fee Fixed at ₹3,000

The 2026 Agasthyarkoodam trekking season will run from January 14 to February 11. The Forest department fixed the fee at ₹3,000 per person. Trekkers need a recent medical fitness certificate and can book online in two phases.

Satellite Audit Finds 31.8% of Aravalli Hills at Ecological Risk; Calls for Complete Mining Ban

January 5, 2026

Satellite Audit Finds 31.8% of Aravalli Hills at Ecological Risk; Calls for Complete Mining Ban

A satellite audit reveals that 31.8% of the Aravalli hills face ecological threats after new legal height limits. Conservationists demand a full mining ban to protect vital water recharge zones and fight desertification.