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Artificial Lights Make Earth Shine Brighter At Night, Shows Space Data
Recent satellite data have revealed that Earth’s nights are becoming increasingly brighter due to a sharp rise in artificial lighting across the globe. Scientists have found that this change is not uniform, with different regions showing varied trends based on development, energy access, and socio-political factors. A global study has shown that artificial lighting increased by around 16% between 2014 and 2022. The findings highlight that nighttime brightness does not simply grow
Artificial Lights Make Earth Shine Brighter At Night, Shows Space Data
Recent satellite data have revealed that Earth’s nights are becoming increasingly brighter due to a sharp rise in artificial lighting across the globe. Scientists have found that this change is not uniform, with different regions showing varied trends based on development, energy access, and socio-political factors. A global study has shown that artificial lighting increased by around 16% between 2014 and 2022. The findings highlight that nighttime brightness does not simply grow
Excise Duty Cut on Petrol and Diesel: Will Fuel Prices Drop?
In response to concerns over rising fuel prices amid global tensions, the Indian government has announced a significant reduction in excise duties on petrol and diesel. Starting Friday, the excise duty on petrol has been slashed to Rs 3 per litre, while the excise on diesel has been reduced to zero. This move comes after fears that the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran could lead to higher fuel prices, especially as global crude prices surged past $100 per barrel. Despite the dut
Excise Duty Cut on Petrol and Diesel: Will Fuel Prices Drop?
In response to concerns over rising fuel prices amid global tensions, the Indian government has announced a significant reduction in excise duties on petrol and diesel. Starting Friday, the excise duty on petrol has been slashed to Rs 3 per litre, while the excise on diesel has been reduced to zero. This move comes after fears that the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran could lead to higher fuel prices, especially as global crude prices surged past $100 per barrel. Despite the dut









