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High UV Index In Kerala: What Is It And How To Keep Yourself Protected?
UV index is a number on a scale of 1-11+, which tells you the intensity of the UV rays at any given time of the day. When the UV index is between 8-10, it is very high exposure (red) and UV index more than 11 is extreme exposure (violet).
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Umbrella vs Sunglasses: What Provides Best Relief During Summer Daytime?
With heatwaves and extreme UV levels rising across India, sun protection is crucial. But what works better, umbrellas or sunglasses? Experts say both serve different roles, and relying on just one may not be enough.
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Ultraviolet Ray Levels Surge Across Kerala, Orange Alert Issued In 6 Districts
Thiruvananthapuram April 16 (IANS) Ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels have risen sharply across Kerala, prompting the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) to issue an orange alert in six districts and caution the public against prolonged
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Skin Damage Doesn't Stop at the Door: The Need For Wearing Sunscreen At Home
Indoor UV doesn't just cause cosmetic problems. It triggers free radicals, inflaming skin and weakening its barrier. This leads to melasma and increases risk of melanoma.
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Experts Reveal How Our Atmosphere Is Becoming "Crematorium For Satellites"
The increasing number of satellites and space debris raises the risk of collisions.
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"Masterclass In Patience": Anand Mahindra Spotlights Rare 'Sikkim Sundari'
Beyond its poetic life history, Sikkim Sundari (botanical name Rheum nobile) holds cultural value in local communities and features in traditional uses.
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James Webb Space Telescope Finds Unexpected Ultraviolet Radiation Around Young Protostars
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have detected unexpected ultraviolet radiation around five young protostars in the Ophiuchus molecular cloud. Since infant stars are not expected to emit UV light, the finding challenges long-standing star-formation models. Researchers ruled out external illumination from nearby stars, concluding the...
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Sun Unleashes Strongest Flare of 2025, Causing Global Radio Blackouts
On Nov. 11, 2025, the Sun erupted with an X5.1-class flare, disrupting shortwave communications across Africa and Europe. The flare’s X-rays and UV radiation ionized Earth’s upper atmosphere, causing R3-level radio blackouts. NOAA warned that a coronal mass ejection could reach Earth on Nov. 12, potentially triggering strong geomagnetic storms ...
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Want Skin Like A Baby? Anti-Ageing Influencer Bryan Johnson Says This Is The Secret
Johnson said that the goal is to find a balance with sun exposure, aiming to reap its benefits while avoiding damage.
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ISRO Sets Up Station In Ladakh To Simulate Life On Moon, Mars
ISRO’s HOPE station in Ladakh will serve as a testing ground for future Moon and Mars missions by simulating extreme space-like conditions on Earth.
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High UV Index In Kerala: What Is It And How To Keep Yourself Protected?
UV index is a number on a scale of 1-11+, which tells you the intensity of the UV rays at any given time of the day. When the UV index is between 8-10, it is very high exposure (red) and UV index more than 11 is extreme exposure (violet).
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Umbrella vs Sunglasses: What Provides Best Relief During Summer Daytime?
With heatwaves and extreme UV levels rising across India, sun protection is crucial. But what works better, umbrellas or sunglasses? Experts say both serve different roles, and relying on just one may not be enough.
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Ultraviolet Ray Levels Surge Across Kerala, Orange Alert Issued In 6 Districts
Thiruvananthapuram April 16 (IANS) Ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels have risen sharply across Kerala, prompting the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) to issue an orange alert in six districts and caution the public against prolonged
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Skin Damage Doesn't Stop at the Door: The Need For Wearing Sunscreen At Home
Indoor UV doesn't just cause cosmetic problems. It triggers free radicals, inflaming skin and weakening its barrier. This leads to melasma and increases risk of melanoma.
-
Experts Reveal How Our Atmosphere Is Becoming "Crematorium For Satellites"
The increasing number of satellites and space debris raises the risk of collisions.
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"Masterclass In Patience": Anand Mahindra Spotlights Rare 'Sikkim Sundari'
Beyond its poetic life history, Sikkim Sundari (botanical name Rheum nobile) holds cultural value in local communities and features in traditional uses.
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James Webb Space Telescope Finds Unexpected Ultraviolet Radiation Around Young Protostars
Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have detected unexpected ultraviolet radiation around five young protostars in the Ophiuchus molecular cloud. Since infant stars are not expected to emit UV light, the finding challenges long-standing star-formation models. Researchers ruled out external illumination from nearby stars, concluding the...
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Sun Unleashes Strongest Flare of 2025, Causing Global Radio Blackouts
On Nov. 11, 2025, the Sun erupted with an X5.1-class flare, disrupting shortwave communications across Africa and Europe. The flare’s X-rays and UV radiation ionized Earth’s upper atmosphere, causing R3-level radio blackouts. NOAA warned that a coronal mass ejection could reach Earth on Nov. 12, potentially triggering strong geomagnetic storms ...
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Want Skin Like A Baby? Anti-Ageing Influencer Bryan Johnson Says This Is The Secret
Johnson said that the goal is to find a balance with sun exposure, aiming to reap its benefits while avoiding damage.
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ISRO Sets Up Station In Ladakh To Simulate Life On Moon, Mars
ISRO’s HOPE station in Ladakh will serve as a testing ground for future Moon and Mars missions by simulating extreme space-like conditions on Earth.
