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Pixxel’s Firefly Satellite Constellation

In early 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought into light the achievement of Bengaluru-based startup Pixxel, which launched India’s first private Earth imaging satellite constellation, named ‘Firefly’. This...

January 20, 2025

Ayurvedic Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease

Recent breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s disease research offer new hope for effective treatments. A team led by Professor Anirban Bhunia at the Bose Institute has explored innovative approaches to...

January 18, 2025

Maharashtra AI Policy Initiative

Recently, the Maharashtra government announced the formation of a 16-member committee to draft the state’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy. This initiative aims to position Maharashtra as the...

January 18, 2025

Huntington’s Disease Research Advances

Recent studies have shed light on Huntington’s disease, a genetic disorder leading to the degeneration of brain cells. Despite the known genetic mutation, its delayed onset remains puzzling....

January 18, 2025

India’s Third Launch Pad Approved

The Government of India has approved the establishment of a Third Launch Pad (TLP) at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. This initiative aims to...

January 17, 2025

India Achieves Satellite Docking

Recently, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully completed its first satellite docking manoeuvre, milestone in India’s space exploration efforts. This makes India the fourth country after the...

January 17, 2025

ISRO Successfully Germinates Black-eyed Pea Seeds in Space

Recent advancements in space agriculture have emerged as critical for long-duration human missions to celestial bodies. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully germinated black-eyed pea seeds in...

January 17, 2025

Retinal Vascular Analysis for Assessing Stroke Risk

Recent research has brought into light the potential of retinal vascular analysis as a non-invasive method for assessing stroke risk. This study, involving over 68,000 fundus images, identified...

January 15, 2025

IMD’s Vision-2047 Document

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) recently celebrated its 150th foundation day. Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealed the Vision-2047 document, outlining ambitious goals for weather forecasting and disaster management....

January 15, 2025

Mission Mausam Launched

Mission Mausam was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 14, 2025. This initiative marks the 150th anniversary of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), which was established...

January 15, 2025

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