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Across Odisha, rising water levels in the Mahanadi, Baitarani and other major rivers have transformed the monsoon from a season of hope into one of uncertainty. As villages, farmlands and even riverside temples face inundation, thousands of…

Healthy soil is much more than the foundation for agriculture—it is one of Earth's largest natural carbon banks. Beneath every field lies a vibrant community of microbes that stores carbon, recycles nutrients and helps the soil retain…

Heavy monsoon rainfall has once again placed parts of Odisha under flood watch, reminding us that floods threaten not only homes but also agriculture, fisheries, businesses and public infrastructure. As meteorological agencies continue to…

The Butterfly Effect reveals how small changes can produce surprisingly large consequences in complex systems like Earth's atmosphere. While a butterfly's wings do not literally create storms, the concept explains why weather is difficult…

Weather forecasts may seem simple, but they are the result of an extraordinary scientific process. By combining data from satellites, weather balloons, radar systems, aircraft and ground stations with powerful supercomputers and advanced…

Rainfall is far from random. From towering mountains and moisture-rich oceans to global wind patterns and local geography, multiple natural forces determine where rain falls and where it does not. As climate change disrupts these…

Hidden inside seed banks are millions of tiny time capsules containing the genetic diversity that future agriculture may depend upon. As climate change, biodiversity loss and emerging crop diseases threaten global food security, these…

Freshwater is one of Earth's most limited yet essential resources, sustaining people, agriculture, industry and ecosystems alike. As climate change alters rainfall patterns, glaciers retreat, groundwater declines and pollution contaminates…

Every animal leaves behind tiny traces of its DNA in water, soil and even the air. Scientists are now using this invisible genetic fingerprint—known as environmental DNA (eDNA)—to monitor wildlife without disturbing it. From detecting…

Once a familiar sight in India's villages, fireflies are becoming increasingly rare as artificial lighting, habitat loss, pesticide use and climate change reshape the landscapes they depend on. More than glowing insects, fireflies are…