Science and Technology
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Fusion Milestone: Japan Unveils JT-60SA, the World’s Largest Experimental Nuclear Fusion Reactor
In a historic moment for the field of nuclear fusion research, the JT-60SA, the world's largest and most advanced experimental nuclear fusion reactor, has officially commenced operations in Japan's Ibaraki Prefecture. Developed as a collaborative effort between the European Union...
Last updated on December 6th, 2023 02:29 pm -
Akshata Krishnamurthy Becomes First Indian to operate Mars Rover
Dr. Akshata Krishnamurthy has made this incredible achievement in space exploration. With a special degree from MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), her journey is a great example of not giving up on your dreams. Her work at NASA, especially with...
Last updated on December 6th, 2023 10:30 am -
ISRO Unveils XPoSat: India’s Pioneering X-Ray Polarimeter Satellite
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has recently announced its ambitious plan to launch the country’s first X-Ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat). This groundbreaking mission aims to delve into the polarization of intense X-Ray sources, introducing a novel dimension to X-Ray...
Last updated on December 3rd, 2023 02:36 pm -
Railways To Upgrade ‘Kavach’ To LTE: Ashwini Vaishnaw
In a bid to enhance railway safety and address concerns over increasing accidents, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the Ministry of Railways' plans to upgrade its indigenous anti-collision system, Kavach, to 4G/5G (LTE-based) technology. Kavach, an Automatic Train Protection...
Last updated on November 30th, 2023 01:19 pm -
Space-Tech Startup Agnikul to Flight Test 3D-printed Engine By Year-End
Chennai-based startup Agnikul is gearing up to launch its groundbreaking rocket, Agnibaan, featuring the world’s first 3D-printed engine. The company, incubated at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, is set to conduct a technology demonstrator mission by the end of...
Last updated on November 29th, 2023 02:13 pm -
India, US To Launch Joint Microwave Satellite For Earth Observation
India and the United States are set to elevate their space collaboration to new heights with the upcoming joint launch of the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite. Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh, in a recent meeting with a...
Last updated on November 29th, 2023 01:31 pm -
Scientists Uncover Mysterious Cosmic Ray Surpassing Three-Decade Record
Unknown Physics at Play as Powerful Cosmic Ray Stuns Researchers Scientists have detected a rare and extremely high-energy particle falling to Earth that is causing bafflement because it is coming from an apparently empty region of space. The particle, named...
Last updated on November 25th, 2023 03:16 pm -
OneWeb India Becomes First Firm To Get IN-SPACe Approval For Satellite Broadband
OneWeb India, a subsidiary of the Bharti Group and part of the Eutelsat Group, has recently obtained approval from India's space regulator, IN-SPACe, to initiate Eutelsat OneWeb's commercial satellite broadband services in the country. This significant milestone positions OneWeb...
Last updated on November 24th, 2023 05:28 pm -
Google Introduces AI Chatbot Bard For Teenagers
Google is taking a significant step in catering to the educational needs of teenagers with the launch of its AI chatbot, Bard. In a blog post by Tulsee Doshi, Google's Product Head for Responsible AI, the company outlined its...
Last updated on November 17th, 2023 12:23 pm -
Popular Video Chat Service Omegle Shuts Down After 14 Years
Omegle, a once-popular online chat service founded in 2009 by Leif K-Brooks, has recently announced its shutdown after more than 14 years of operation. The platform, which allowed individuals to connect and talk with strangers, experienced a surge in...
Last updated on November 16th, 2023 12:51 pm