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Scientists Find Massive Gravity Hole In Indian Ocean; Know How It Affects The Planet

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The Earth’s gravitational force is not consistent due to its uneven surface, causing variations in density that create a fluctuating gravitational pull known as a geoid. Deep within the Indian Ocean, an extraordinary gravitational anomaly exists—an enormous gravity hole spanning approximately three million square kilometres. This anomaly is located where the seafloor descends into a vast depression.

The Mystery of the Geoid Low

Scientists have been aware of this remarkable gravitational anomaly for some time. Through ship-based surveys and satellite measurements, they discovered that the sea level near the tip of the Indian subcontinent is lower due to the gravitational interplay between the Indian Ocean geoid low and the surrounding gravitational ‘highs’. However, the cause of this weakened gravitational pull has remained elusive.

A New Hypothesis Emerges

Two researchers from the Indian Institute of Science have proposed a new working hypothesis, shedding light on the potential planetary phenomena behind this gravitational anomaly. They suggest that more than 1,000 kilometers beneath Earth’s crust, the remnants of an ancient ocean, cold and dense, sank beneath Africa around 30 million years ago, resulting in a ‘slab graveyard’. The interaction of this ancient oceanic material with the surrounding hot molten rock is believed to be responsible for the creation of the geoid low.

The Need for Further Investigation

While the computer models used by the researchers offer valuable insights, the debate surrounding the origin of the geoid low is far from settled. Additional data collection is necessary to provide more concrete evidence and a deeper understanding of this phenomenon.

Unveiling the Secrets of the Seafloor

In 2018, a team of scientists from India’s National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research embarked on a mission to deploy seismometers along the seafloor in the deformation zone, aiming to map the area in greater detail.

Due to its remote location, limited seismic data had previously been gathered in this region. The preliminary findings from the 2018 survey indicate the presence of hot plumes of molten rock ascending beneath the Indian Ocean, potentially contributing to the formation of the substantial depression.

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Mumbai Mankhurd Shivaji Nagar bridge should be opened for weighing vehicles: Abu Asim Azmi

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Mumbai: Maharashtra Samajwadi Party leader and MLA has demanded in the assembly that a flyover bridge should be started for heavy vehicles to curb fatal accidents in Mankhurd Shivaji Nagar. Fatal accidents are happening every month in Mankhurd Shivaji Nagar. Earlier there were high tension wires on the bridge built on GM Link Road, then the bridge was closed due to heavy vehicles. Later the wires were also removed and the flyover department has also allowed heavy vehicles to pass, however, heavy vehicles are still not being allowed to move. Today in the House, a demand was made to start the movement of heavy vehicles on this bridge. Abu Asim Azmi said that recently a tragic accident took place here in which three people died.

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Wanted accused in Mumbai 1993 riots arrested after 32 years

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Mumbai: Police have claimed to have arrested one of the most wanted accused involved in the 1993 Mumbai riots. Mumbai’s Wadala police arrested a fugitive accused who was on the run for 32 years during an operation to search for wanted accused. 54-year-old Arif Ali Hashimullah Khan has been arrested from Antop Hill. The accused did not appear in court during the hearing. A warrant was also issued against him, after which the police arrested the accused and presented him in the court and the court ordered his remand. This operation was carried out by Mumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti and Port Zone DCP Vijay Sagar.

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Sashil Kodiyeri apologizes after tension over Marathi-Hindi controversy

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Maharashtra: In the context of the Mumbai Marathi-Hindi controversy, Shishil Kodia has apologized for his controversial statement. He said that his tweet was misrepresented. I am not against Marathi. I have been living in Mumbai and Maharashtra for the last 30 years. I am a fan of Raj Thackeray. I constantly comment positively on Raj Thackeray’s tweets. I tweeted in my emotions and I made a mistake. This tense and tense atmosphere should end. We need a favorable environment to accept Marathi. So I request you to forgive me for this mistake for Marathi. Earlier, Shishil Kodia had made a controversial statement about Marathi and refused to speak Marathi, due to which MNS workers attacked and pelted stones at Shishil’s company WeWork. After which Shishil has now apologized to X

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