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Iconic Emperor penguins facing risk of extinction

Last Updated: Monday, June 30, 2014, 14:16

Emperor penguins are in danger of dramatic declines by the end of the century due to climate change, says a study, suggesting the iconic animal "fully deserving of endangered status due to climate change".

New shark detecting technology alerts lifeguards

Last Updated: Monday, June 30, 2014, 14:05

A new technology that can detect sharks and send alerts to lifeguards via smartphones is being developed in Australia.

Research suggests extinct undersea volcanoes cause tsunami earthquakes

Last Updated: Saturday, June 28, 2014, 19:41

A new research has revealed that tsunami earthquakes may be caused by extinct undersea volcanoes squashed under Earth`s crust.

Only reduction in CO2 emissions can help address climate change

Last Updated: Saturday, June 28, 2014, 12:43

A new study has said that the politically expedient way to mitigate climate change is essentially no way at all.

Study finds new hypothesis behind ice age caused 2.6 mn years ago

Last Updated: Saturday, June 28, 2014, 12:25

A new research has provided major latest theory that might explain the cause of ice age that covered large parts of the Northern Hemisphere 2.6 million years ago.

Ancient ocean currents may have changed pace and intensity of ice ages

Last Updated: Saturday, June 28, 2014, 10:54

Researchers have long tried to explain why ice-age cycles became longer and more intense some 900,000 years ago, switching from 41,000-year cycles to 100,000-year cycles.

Tamil Nadu authority to preserve eco sensitive, heritage areas

Last Updated: Friday, June 27, 2014, 23:13

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J.Jayalalithaa said Friday the state government has decided to set up an authority headed by her for preserving eco-sensitive and heritage areas.

Study reveals tofu ingredient could revolutionize solar panel production

Last Updated: Friday, June 27, 2014, 22:05

A new study has found that chemical used to make tofu and bath salts could also replace a highly toxic and expensive substance used to make solar cells.

Environment Ministry panel to visit Okhla Bird Sanctuary area

Last Updated: Friday, June 27, 2014, 21:50

A panel constituted by the Environment Ministry is likely to visit Okhla Bird Sanctuary area next week as part of the Ministry`s efforts to demarcate the eco-sensitive zone around it.

Controversial technologies may be needed to control climate change: Study

Last Updated: Friday, June 27, 2014, 19:02

Technology can not only improve lives, it can also present us with numerous possibilities when it comes to dealing with climate issues.