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Giant fish thought to be extinct is spotted in the Mekong River
The giant salmon carp, long thought extinct, has been spotted three times in the Mekong River since 2020, sparking hope for its survival. Researchers, collaborating with local fishing communities, documented these sightings after the last confirmed one in 2005. However, the species faces threats from pollution, overfishing, and dam construction in the region.

Potential presence of primitive lunar mantle materials on Chandrayaan-3 landing site: Study
Chandrayaan-3's landing site revealed high sulphur levels, suggesting presence of primitive lunar mantle materials from the South Pole-Aitken basin's formation 4.3 billion years ago, offering insights into early lunar evolution and composition.