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Geetha Iyer
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From a revered ancient Egyptian symbol to AI inspiration, the click beetle continues to fascinate
With dramatic physical and acrobatic abilities as well as their ability to emit light, these hardy insects has much to teach human beings.
Geetha Iyer
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Biologist Soubadra Devy is exploring a world hidden in the forest canopies of the Western Ghats
In this interview, Devy, also known as the ‘Canopy Lady of India’, explains what is canopy studies and its challenges in our country.
Geetha Iyer
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In India, insects are slowly disappearing – and that is a cause for worry
Urbanisation and pollution have wreaked havoc on insect populations.
Geetha Iyer
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We will leave India if told to break encryption: WhatsApp tells Delhi HC
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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Ramachandra Guha: Why 2024 is India’s most important election since 1977
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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Language of sound: What the hoot of an owl or the croak of a frog can reveal – if only we listen
‘Sound could be the first indicator of changes in climate patterns, the presence of pollution or other alterations to a landscape.’
Geetha Iyer
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Netwinged insects: Invisible caretakers of India’s forests, but little is known about them
These insects from the Neuroptera order prey on bugs that cause harm to trees and plants.
Geetha Iyer
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More dangerous than bodyline: The violent history of cricket fighting in China
In China, crickets were weighed before a match, like boxers, and categorised into heavy-, middle- and light-weight groups.
Geetha Iyer
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes