Study throws new light on evolution of northern Indian Ocean
Scientists say a short-lived subduction event occurred around 70 million years ago in Laxmi Basin located on the western margin of the Indian …
Earth’s last magnetic field flip lasted 22,000 years: Study
The most recent magnetic field reversal happened some 770,000 years ago and is named Matuyama-Brunhes after the scientists who discovered it
Ocean floor disintegrating rapdily due to manmade CO2
Excess carbon dioxide in the sea is using all the seafloor calcite that has helped maintain pH levels for millennia, says the study published in&…
Earth sciences ministry’s revised budget estimate reduced by 22%, multiple delays cited as reasons
Ministry cited delays in procuring high-power computing devices, constructing a National Centre for Seismology building & acquiring land to …
World's first digital map of the ocean floor released
This interactive map will help scientists study the impact of global warming on oceans
Assess marine biodiversity before permitting deep-sea mining: Experts
India backs International Seabed Authority at 27th session of Assembly while many countries question body’s stand on deep-sea mining
Seafloor spreading that creates crust slowed 35%, growing mountains may be driving it: Study
Seafloor spreading at around 140 millimetres per year at present
Understanding oceans: Why UNESCO wants to map 80% of the world‘s seabed
A total funding of $5 billion (over Rs 37,600 crore) will be required for the project.
Budget 2023-24: Deep Ocean Mission gets Rs 600 crore; funds to be spent on research vessel, identifying minerals
Experts raised concerns over the impacts of mining on deep-ocean biodiversity