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Gaganyaan Mission Progress Update

Preparations for India’s Gaganyaan mission are advancing rapidly and the first uncrewed flight is set for late 2024. Key components have been delivered to the launch site in...

December 11, 2024

Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024

The Lok Sabha saw the introduction of the Merchant Shipping Bill, in 2024, which aims to modernise maritime regulations in India, spearheaded by Sarbananda Sonowal, the Union Minister...

December 11, 2024

IIT Ropar Unveils New Bluetooth System

The Agriculture and Water Technology Development Hub (AWaDH) at IIT Ropar revealed a new Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Gateway and Node System, which is part of the National...

December 11, 2024

National Mission on Cultural Mapping

The National Mission on Cultural Mapping (NMCM) aims to document India’s cultural heritage and focus on rural traditions, including Thongjao’s pottery. The mission promotes local cultures and connects...

December 11, 2024

IPBES UN Biodiversity Conference

The 11th meeting of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) commenced in Namibia on December 10, 2024. Over 850 scientists and representatives from more...

December 11, 2024

UN Champions of the Earth 2024 Announced

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) recently honoured six individuals and initiatives as Champions of the Earth for 2024, marking their contributions to environmental protection and sustainability. Madhav...

December 11, 2024

UNESCO Alerts: Rising Ocean Temperatures Threaten Marine Life

A recent UNESCO report marks the risks faced by fish species in tropical and subtropical regions. If greenhouse gas emissions continue at current levels, temperatures may rise by...

December 11, 2024

Google Unveils Revolutionary Quantum Chip ‘Willow’

Google has launched its latest quantum chip, Willow, an advancement in quantum computing technology. Willow can solve complex problems in mere minutes and in contrast, the fastest supercomputer...

December 11, 2024

Innovative Hydrogen Fuel Production Using Water and Sunlight

Researchers in Japan have made strides in hydrogen fuel production, which utilizes water and sunlight and employs a special reactor with photocatalytic sheets, to split water molecules into...

December 11, 2024

Moths Hear Plant Sounds to choose Egg-Laying Spot: New Study

Recent research reveals that moths can hear sounds produced by plants, conducted by a team of 17 Israeli researchers, was published last month. It explores how female moths...

December 11, 2024

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