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3 in 4 Marine Mammals Most at Risk from Plastic Pollution Already Recognized as Vulnerable, Endangered or Critically Endangered WASHINGTON (Apr 16) – A new study released in Conservation Biology today and co-authored by scientists at Ocean Conservancy, Arizona State University and Shaw Institute is the first to rank marine…

LONDON/HOUSTON/SINGAPORE, April 16, 2026 – Middle East conflict has elevated strategic energy security priorities as countries seek supply diversification, international shale exploration can play a key role in meeting those goals, according to new research from Wood Mackenzie, titled “A hydrocarbon copy: the upstream industry’s return to international shale exploration”. Six countries are advancing…

Even brief exposure to the insecticide used in mosquito repellents can significantly impair bumblebees’ ability to find their way back to the nest. The bumblebees’ ability to navigate back to the nest is vital to the survival of the entire colony. In the summer, many people turn to mosquito repellents…

Bhubaneswar, Apr 16 (BNP): Squadron Leader Manisha Padhi from Odisha’s Ganjam district has made history by becoming the first woman officer in India to be appointed as Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to a state Governor, marking a significant milestone for gender representation in the Armed Forces. Pic Credit: https://x.com/Defence_Squad_  Her appointment as…

Bhubaneswar, Apr 16 (BNP): A high-level secretaries’ review meeting was held on Wednesday at Kharavel Bhavan, chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg, to assess departmental performance for March, review ongoing governance initiatives, and strengthen digital monitoring systems through the ‘Uplabdhi Portal’. Pic Credit: https://x.com/_anugarg  The meeting was attended by Development…

New Delhi, Apr 16 (BNP): The Government of India has stepped up efforts to expand access to Piped Natural Gas (PNG) as part of a broader strategy to promote cleaner energy usage and reduce reliance on conventional fossil fuels, according to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG). Under…

Mumbai, April 16: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) moved to the top of the IPL 2026 points table following a strong five-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 15, driven by disciplined bowling and a crucial top-order performance from Virat Kohli. RCB’s win, their fourth in five matches, took…

Apr 15 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called upon people to adopt nine collective pledges focused on building a healthier, cleaner, and more developed India, while addressing a public gathering in Mandya, Karnataka. He said the initiatives are aimed at supporting the vision of a “developed Karnataka and…

Apr 15 (BNP): The Chhattisgarh Cabinet on Wednesday approved a significant decision to reduce land registration charges by 50% for properties registered in the name of women. The move is aimed at encouraging women’s ownership of property and strengthening their financial independence. In a separate decision, the Cabinet also approved…

Raipur, Apr 15 (BNP): At least nine people were killed and 15 others injured in a major accident at a power plant in Sakti district of Chhattisgarh, officials said. Preliminary reports indicate that the incident was caused by a boiler explosion at the facility, triggering a serious industrial mishap. Rescue…