Science and Technology

What is Flu A and Flu B? Key Differences and Prevention Tips

Influenza, commonly referred to as the flu, is a highly contagious viral infection that affects the respiratory system. It can range from mild to severe, and in some cases, it can lead to serious complications such as pneumonia, bronchitis, or...

BHU Discovers New Phytopathogenic Fungus, Epicoccum indicum

Researchers at Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in Varanasi have made a significant discovery in plant pathology. They have identified a new species of phytopathogenic fungus, Epicoccum indicum, which causes leaf spot disease in Chrysopogon zizanioides (vetiver). This finding is crucial...

What is Chain of Thought (CoT) in AI?

What is Chain of Thought (CoT) in AI? Chain of Thought (CoT) in AI refers to a reasoning technique where an AI model breaks down complex problems into intermediate, logical steps before arriving at the final answer. Inspired by human problem-solving,...

What is Green Hydrogen Revolution?

What is Green Hydrogen Revolution? The Green Hydrogen Revolution is reshaping the global energy landscape, offering a promising solution to combat climate change and transition towards a sustainable future. Unlike traditional hydrogen production methods, which rely on fossil fuels and emit significant...

Japan’s H-3 Rocket Successfully Launches Michibiki No. 6 Satellite

The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) successfully launched the fifth H-3 rocket carrying the Michibiki No. 6 satellite. This satellite will contribute to Japan's positioning system, a vital part of its version of the U.S. Global Positioning System (GPS). The...

AI in Focus: Key Allocations in Union Budget 2025

In her 8th Union Budget presentation, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman outlined the Cabinet’s commitment to the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across various sectors of the Indian economy. With a strong focus on education, agriculture, healthcare, and governance, the government...

ISRO’s NVS-02 Satellite Faces Orbit-Raising Challenge

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is addressing a significant technical issue with its NVS-02 navigation satellite, launched on January 29, 2025, aboard the GSLV-F15 rocket. Post-launch, the satellite's solar panels deployed successfully, and communication with ground control was established....

Sunita Williams Sets New Spacewalk Record

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams has set a new record for the longest spacewalking time by a woman, surpassing former astronaut Peggy Whitson's previous record. Williams has now logged a total of 62 hours and 6 minutes of spacewalking time across...

Shubhanshu Shukla: India’s First Astronaut to Pilot Axiom-4 to ISS

India’s space exploration has just reached a new milestone with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla set to become the first Indian astronaut to pilot a space mission to the International Space Station (ISS). He has been chosen as the pilot for...

BIMTECH Launches BIMCOIN: India’s First Campus Blockchain Currency

The Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH) has introduced BIMCOIN, a blockchain-powered digital currency designed to create a secure, transparent, and efficient system for transactions within the campus. With this launch, BIMTECH becomes the first business school in India to...