Science and Technology

IIT-Madras Sets Record with Asia’s Largest Wave Basin

IIT-Madras has successfully commissioned Asia’s largest shallow wave basin at its Discovery campus in Thaiyur. This research facility is designed to address complex coastal engineering challenges and is expected to make significant contributions to marine science and engineering. Developed with...

What is Rabbit Fever?

Rabbit fever, or tularemia, is a rare and potentially fatal disease caused by Francisella tularensis. It affects humans through contact with infected animals, bites, or contaminated water. Symptoms include fever, ulcers, and respiratory issues. Tularemia can be treated with antibiotics...

Microsoft Deepens AI Collaboration with India

Microsoft, led by CEO Satya Nadella, has announced a series of strategic partnerships with the Indian government and leading businesses across various sectors. These collaborations aim to accelerate the adoption and development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the country. Key...

Banded Royal Butterfly Discovered in Tripura

The Banded Royal butterfly (Rachana jalindra indra) has recently been discovered in Tripura, marking a significant milestone in the state’s biodiversity documentation. This rare species was spotted for the first time in the Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary, an area rich in...

Historic Moon Artifact Donated to Frontiers of Flight Museum

A significant piece of aviation history is set to be displayed at the Frontiers of Flight Museum in Dallas. Neil Armstrong's family has donated a fragment of the original Wright Flyer fabric, which was flown at Kitty Hawk in 1903...

First Human Death from H5N1 Bird Flu in Louisiana

On January 6, 2025, Louisiana reported the first human fatality in the United States linked to the H5N1 bird flu virus. This marks a significant event in the ongoing battle against avian influenza, highlighting the persistent threat of zoonotic diseases....

Nadi Tarangini – India’s First Ayurvedic Diagnostic Device Approved by CDSCO

On January 6, 2025, Nadi Tarangini, an AI-powered pulse diagnostic device developed by Atreya Innovations, received approval from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), making it India’s first ayurvedic medical device to be officially recognized. The device, which combines...

Similarities and Difference Between HMPV and Covid-19 Virus

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), first identified in 2001, is a respiratory virus from the Pneumoviridae family. Similar to respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), it causes upper and lower respiratory infections and primarily affects young children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. Recently, India...

Project VISTAAR: A Digital Revolution in Indian Agriculture

The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has partnered with the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare to launch Project VISTAAR (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources). This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of India's...

India Launches UG Minor in Quantum Technologies

India’s first Undergraduate (UG) Minor Programme in Quantum Technologies, jointly launched by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the National Quantum Mission (NQM), is set to commence from the next academic session. Designed for engineering students in...