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New Estuarine Fish Species “Butis bargabhimae” Discovered in West Bengal

March 18, 2026

Rupnarayan River Yields New Fish Species Highlighting Estuarine Biodiversity

Researchers in West Bengal have identified a new estuarine fish species named Butis bargabhimae, adding to India’s aquatic biodiversity. The discovery was made in the Rupnarayan River near Tamluk, an area recognised for both ecological diversity and cultural heritage.

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Scientists Discover Molten “Liquid Planets” Beyond Solar System

March 18, 2026

James Webb Telescope Reveals New Class of Magma Ocean Exoplanets

Astronomers have identified a new category of exoplanets that exist in a continuously molten state, based on observations from the James Webb Space Telescope. These worlds are neither conventional rocky planets nor water-rich bodies but are dominated by global oceans of molten rock, expanding current understanding of planetary diversity.

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Indian Navy Joins Exercise Sea Dragon 2026 in Indo-Pacific

March 17, 2026

Sea Dragon 2026: Multinational Anti-Submarine Drill in Guam

The Indian Navy is taking part in Exercise Sea Dragon 2026, hosted at Andersen Air Force Base. This annual exercise, led by the United States, focuses on strengthening anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities among partner nations in the Indo-Pacific. India’s participation reflects its expanding strategic role in maritime security and regional cooperation.

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CSIR-NCL Advances Dimethyl Ether (DME) as Clean Diesel Alternative

March 17, 2026

Dimethyl Ether Technology Gains Momentum in India’s Clean Energy Push

The CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory has initiated plans to scale up Dimethyl Ether (DME) technology to an industrial demonstration level with support from an engineering partner. This move is aimed at promoting cleaner fuels and reducing reliance on conventional diesel, especially in sectors like agriculture and transport.

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India Relaxes FDI Rules for Firms with Limited Chinese Ownership

March 17, 2026

DPIIT Allows Automatic Route FDI with Up to 10% Chinese Shareholding

The Government of India has eased foreign direct investment norms, allowing overseas companies with up to 10% Chinese ownership to invest through the automatic route. The change was notified by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade after approval from the Union Cabinet. The decision is intended to improve capital inflows while maintaining safeguards related to national security and strategic interests.

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