Science and Technology

  • 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