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Antarctica turning green 'dramatically', says study

Antarctica turning green 'dramatically', says study

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

Researchers found that vegetation cover across the Antarctic Peninsula increased more than tenfold -- from less than a square kilometre to almost 12 square kilometres -- between 1986 and 2021.

17 Pics Explaining Why Antarctica Is Otherworldly

17 Pics Explaining Why Antarctica Is Otherworldly

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

It was Midwinter's Day in Antarctica recently. June 20 or 21 is the day of the southern winter solstice in this gorgeous snowy land, the world's seventh and least-populated continent.

HONOR X9c Engineered For The Sahara And Antarctica

HONOR X9c Engineered For The Sahara And Antarctica

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

The Honor X9c went on sale via Amazon from July 12. Handsets are either Jade Cyan or Titanium Black.

Why Chase The Black Box?

Why Chase The Black Box?

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Why not stream all the data in real time to multiple recipients? It would make the investigation of aviation incidents much easier and far more transparent, recommends Devangshu Datta.

Nisar satellite launched, puts India-US space ties in orbit

Nisar satellite launched, puts India-US space ties in orbit

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India and the US on Wednesday marked their maiden space collaboration with the successful flight of a GSLV rocket that placed an earth observation satellite, jointly developed by the two space agencies, in a precise orbit.

Tea Stall To Mt Everest: 'Dream Big, Make It Happen'

Tea Stall To Mt Everest: 'Dream Big, Make It Happen'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

'Someday I will summit all peaks, but right now I want to complete my BSc.'

'The Boat Was Rocking Like A Washing Machine'

'The Boat Was Rocking Like A Washing Machine'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'It was pitch-dark when we rounded Cape Horn. The waves were coming in full force. It was like a washing machine - -both of us and our boat Tarini.' Naval officer Lt Cdrs Dilna and Roopa describe their amazing voyage around the globe.

Kaamya Karthikeyan, 17, Makes History!

Kaamya Karthikeyan, 17, Makes History!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Kaamya Karthikeyan, a Class 12 student, is the youngest woman in the world to scale the seven highest peaks across seven continents.

You're the only leader who can talk to...: Chile Prez praises Modi

You're the only leader who can talk to...: Chile Prez praises Modi

Rediff.com2 Apr 2025

India and Chile on Tuesday announced starting negotiations on a comprehensive economic partnership pact as PM Modi and Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font held wide-ranging talks focusing on boosting the ties in areas of trade, defence, critical minerals and health.

Where Will You Travel This Summer?

Where Will You Travel This Summer?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

During this summer, Indian travel buffs are opting for destinations that provide an escape from the ominous heat, along with coastal regions within the country and countries offering visa-free travel.

3 Cheers For These Navy Lady Officers!

3 Cheers For These Navy Lady Officers!

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A have successfully crossed the most dangerous passage in their historic 8-month sailing expedition around the globe.

Next Maha Kumbh could be on sand as rivers may dry up: Sonam Wangchuk to Modi

Next Maha Kumbh could be on sand as rivers may dry up: Sonam Wangchuk to Modi

Rediff.com26 Feb 2025

Wangchuk rued that over the years, glacial ice has been receding but action remains delayed.

Antarctica in photos: What the end of the world looks like

Antarctica in photos: What the end of the world looks like

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

Get ready to pack your bags!

IN PICS: 18 kg meteorite discovered in Antarctica

IN PICS: 18 kg meteorite discovered in Antarctica

Rediff.com1 Mar 2013

An international team of scientists has discovered a 18kg meteorite in Antarctica -- the largest in nearly 25 years, which may help unlock the secrets of our solar system.

Lake under Antarctica mapped

Lake under Antarctica mapped

Rediff.com2 Aug 2004

Columbia University scientists have mapped a huge lake under Antarctica.

How an IPS officer conquered Antarctica

How an IPS officer conquered Antarctica

Rediff.com6 Feb 2019

Aparna Kumar fought pneumonia and extreme weather conditions to make history.

Discovered: Mystery lake, Nazi archives in Antarctica

Discovered: Mystery lake, Nazi archives in Antarctica

Rediff.com10 Feb 2012

Russian scientists claim to have achieved a major breakthrough by drilling into Antarctic lake buried under the ice for 20 million years, a feat which could offer a glimpse of unique life forms.

15 STUNNING Wildlife Photos

15 STUNNING Wildlife Photos

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

A sneak peek of some extraordinary entries for the 60th annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year event.

Amazon jungles,Antarctica in Indians' travel plans

Amazon jungles,Antarctica in Indians' travel plans

Rediff.com29 Mar 2010

While convenient destinations like Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore are the usual suspects, places like Greece, Piedmont, Jordan and Santiago are making their way into the itinerary of the Indian traveller.

Earth's inner core slowing down, could change day's length: Study

Earth's inner core slowing down, could change day's length: Study

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Researchers said that the slowing down could change the length of one day on the Earth by fractions of a second.

MH370 was deliberately steered towards Antarctica: experts

MH370 was deliberately steered towards Antarctica: experts

Rediff.com24 Feb 2015

Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 that mysteriously disappeared with 239 people on board nearly a year ago was deliberately taken off course by someone in the cockpit and flown towards Antarctica, experts have claimed.

Premlata Agrawal conquers summit of Mt Vinson in Antarctica

Premlata Agrawal conquers summit of Mt Vinson in Antarctica

Rediff.com18 Jan 2013

Premlata Agrawal, the oldest woman in India to have climbed Mt. Everest, has conquered Mt. Vinson in Antarctica in pursuit of the 'Mountaineering Challenge' of climbing the 'Seven Summits'.

Eco-tourists to Antarctica add to global warming

Eco-tourists to Antarctica add to global warming

Rediff.com24 Dec 2009

Most of these tourists to the snow-covered South Pole travel in cruise ships to view the ice caps and wildlife such as penguins, causing 'horrendous' pollution from ship fuel and rubbish, said the study by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research.

Antarctica station to send solar flare data

Antarctica station to send solar flare data

Rediff.com1 Nov 2003

Maitri has been continuously recording the signatures of the aurora from the giant sunspot 486\n\nfrom October 28.

India plans 3rd research station in Antarctica

India plans 3rd research station in Antarctica

Rediff.com26 Dec 2005

India's third permanent station is proposed to be set up in icy Antarctica to provide further momentum to its ongoing extensive research in polar science.

India's bid for 3rd Antarctica station cleared

India's bid for 3rd Antarctica station cleared

Rediff.com12 May 2007

The satellite earth station at Larsemann Hills in the icy continent is expected to provide better communication and data transfer facility between Antarctic and mainland India.

LS passes bill extending Indian laws to Antarctic research stations

LS passes bill extending Indian laws to Antarctic research stations

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

Amid protests by Opposition members seeking a debate on price rise, the Lok Sabha on Friday passed the Indian Antarctic Bill, 2022, which seeks to extend the application of domestic laws to research stations set up by India in the Antarctic region.

How Atul Kochhar took Indian food to the world (even Antarctica!)

How Atul Kochhar took Indian food to the world (even Antarctica!)

Rediff.com14 Dec 2017

Ever thought vegetable jalfrezi & murg malai tikka would be available at the South Pole?!

2023 warmest year on record by a huge margin

2023 warmest year on record by a huge margin

Rediff.com13 Jan 2024

The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has officially confirmed that 2023 is the hottest year on record by a huge margin, smashing global temperature records.

After historic 2023, ISRO is ready for packed 2024

After historic 2023, ISRO is ready for packed 2024

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The new year will witness two unmanned missions under the "Gaganyaan" project, deep ocean exploration project, "Samudrayaan" and many more.

Titanic tourist submersible carrying 5 goes missing

Titanic tourist submersible carrying 5 goes missing

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

British-Pakistani billionaire businessman Shahzada Dawood and his son Suleman were also on the sub, the BBC reported on Tuesday.

Now, Everest twins set to scale new heights... Mt Vinson in Antarctica!

Now, Everest twins set to scale new heights... Mt Vinson in Antarctica!

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

Rediff.com's Manu Shankar caught up with the 'Everest Sisters' in a candid interview, wherein they spoke about their passion for mountaineering and risk and challenges one has to face in the sport.

Ice Ice Baby! The Antarctic Ice Marathon...

Ice Ice Baby! The Antarctic Ice Marathon...

Rediff.com18 Dec 2022

Organisers describe it as "the southernmost marathon on Earth".

Bajajs Complete Explorers Grand Slam

Bajajs Complete Explorers Grand Slam

Rediff.com4 Jul 2022

Mountaineer Ajeet Bajaj and his 28-year-old daughter Deeya Bajaj are the first Indians to complete the Explorers Grand Slam.

In photos: What happens when a trillion-tonne iceberg breaks loose from Antarctica

In photos: What happens when a trillion-tonne iceberg breaks loose from Antarctica

Rediff.com15 Jul 2017

And why YOU should worry about it.

Modi to lead historic Yoga session at UN headquarters

Modi to lead historic Yoga session at UN headquarters

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

In a video message on the occasion of the International Day of Yoga, Prime Minister Modi said India has always nurtured traditions that unite, adopt and embrace and made a fervent appeal to eliminate contradictions, hurdles and resistances through yoga.

'Yoga free from copyright': Modi leads Yoga event at UN

'Yoga free from copyright': Modi leads Yoga event at UN

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

The prime minister, wearing an especially customised white yoga T-shirt and trousers, began his address with a 'Namaste' and thanked people for coming here from far away to attend the celebration.

Jaishankar to move bill on weapons of mass destruction in RS on Monday

Jaishankar to move bill on weapons of mass destruction in RS on Monday

Rediff.com16 Jul 2022

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will move the Weapons of Mass Destruction Bill in Rajya Sabha, as per the house's list of business.

World rolls out mats to celebrate Yoga Day

World rolls out mats to celebrate Yoga Day

Rediff.com21 Jun 2023

Yoga was the mantra and asanas the discipline on Wednesday as millions across the globe and distant corners of India stretched for the skies and dived for their toes, breathed in and out -- mindfully -- and twisted and turned to celebrate the International Day of Yoga.