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In the 2000s, experts had anticipated glacial origin floods to hit the Hindu Kush Himalaya region once every 5 to 10 years. And, true to it, during May and June earlier this year three glacial origin floods hit Limi in Nepal, Andorab valley…

Once inside the body, these tiny particles accumulate in various organs and enter the circulatory system, potentially causing harmful health effects. Microplastics are found in biological fluids and organs such as semen, breast milk, urine,…

At a time when Manipur faced frequent turmoil in law and order, basic infrastructure shortages, and a major exodus of talent, SHRI’s founder Dr Palin Khundongbam envisioned a center of medical excellence not as a reaction to adversity but…

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The ANSES study team discovered that most of the microplastic particles found in glass bottles came from the paint on the caps that seal them. These caps often rub against each other during storage, creating tiny scratches that release…

Almost every platform under the United Nations, and more distinctively in the several Conference of Parties (COPs) in recent years, are showing more concerns on how anthropogenic-influenced interventions are negatively impacting the overall…

While the High Court's order provides immediate administrative relief, the real test lies in whether the State Government will honour the six-month deadline to hold elections. Political instability, logistical constraints, or policy…

Locals in Manipur’s uplands had always thought the Yellow Himalayan Raspberry (Rubus ellipticus) to be local since it grows wild widely in the mountainsides in Ukhrul, Senapati and more. Yet, this terrestrial plant finds itself amongst the…

The flight of the Akhuaipuina has an interesting connection amongst people living miles apart. Following in the footsteps of the falcons as the birds fly across continents, there are already suggestions to link up people who live in their…

The worst-case scenario is that there is likely an 80% chance that at least one year between 2025 and 2029 will be warmer than the warmest year on record (currently held by the year 2024), and there is an 86% chance that at least one year…