June 2025: Science History from 50, 100 and 150 Years Ago 1975: Slavery by Ants Is Self-Destructive Ants have long been known for their complex social structures, but their use of slave labor is a fascinating example of evolutionary adaptation. At least 35 species of ants rely on enslaved workers from other colonies to maintain … Read more
5,000-year-old sealed wine jars discovered in Egypt to reveal science of ancient wine making A groundbreaking discovery in Egypt has uncovered a collection of sealed wine jars, dating back over 5,000 years, offering unprecedented insights into the ancient art of winemaking. The find, located within the tomb of Queen Meret-Neith at Abydos, provides a rare … Read more
Alpaiwala Museum: Shining the Spotlight on India’s Dwindling Parsi Community Tucked away in a lane in the southern end of India’s financial capital, Mumbai, is a museum dedicated to the followers of one of the world’s oldest religions, Zoroastrianism. The Alpaiwala Museum documents the history and legacy of the ancient Parsi community—a small ethnic group … Read more
Naval Heritage Reborn: INSV Kaundinya Embarks on Ancient Trade Route Voyage Karwar: The Indian Navy has commissioned INSV Kaundinya, a 20-meter-long sailing yacht inspired by a 5th-century fresco at the Ajanta caves, at the Karwar naval base on Wednesday. This wooden vessel, entirely hand-stitched in Goa, is set to embark on a transoceanic journey along … Read more
Alpaiwala Museum: Shining the spotlight on India’s dwindling Parsi community Tucked away in a quiet lane in the southern part of Mumbai, the Alpaiwala Museum stands as a testament to the rich and enduring legacy of the Parsi community. This museum, dedicated to the followers of Zoroastrianism, one of the world’s oldest religions, offers a … Read more
Historic Sailing Yacht Embarks on Ancient Trade Route KARWAR: The Indian Navy has commissioned INSV Kaundinya, a 20-meter-long sailing yacht inspired by a 5th-century fresco at the Ajanta caves, at the Karwar naval base on Wednesday. This wooden vessel, hand-stitched in Goa, is set to embark on a transoceanic voyage along the ancient trade route … Read more