MeitY Launches ‘I Am Circular’ Coffee Table Book: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in collaboration with the International Council for Circular Economy (ICCE) launched the ‘I Am Circular’ Coffee Table Book. The book is a rich showcase of India’s commitment to sustainability and innovation through the lens of the circular economy a system […]
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Jwaneng Diamond Mine
Jwaneng Diamond Mine: The Jwaneng Diamond Mine is the richest diamond mine globally, with an estimated value of 1 billion euros. Jwaneng Diamond Mine, dubbed the ‘Prince of Mines,’ is located in Botswana. It is the world’s richest diamond mine by value. The mine lies on the edge of the Kalahari Desert. It is situated […]
Vatican City : In News
Vatican City : In News Vatican City is in global focus following the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88, prompting preparations for his funeral at St. Peter’s Basilica and the upcoming conclave to elect his successor.Vatican City Situated in Western part of Rome, Italy (on the west bank of the Tiber River.) […]
Humanoid Robots Compete in Beijing Half-Marathon
Humanoid Robots Compete in Beijing Half-Marathon: Beijing witnessed a historic event the world’s first Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon, where machines ran alongside humans in a symbolic convergence of sport and technology. Held under global media glare, the event showcased the significant strides being made in humanoid robotics and artificial intelligence. While human runners stuck to standard […]
Bullseye Galaxy : Recently Discovered
Bullseye Galaxy : Recently Discovered The Bullseye Galaxy (LEDA 1313424) was recently discovered by an international team of researchers using the Hubble Space Telescope and W.M. Keck Observatory. The galaxy’s distinct ringed structure is believed to have formed approximately 50 million years ago due to a head-on collision with a blue dwarf galaxy. This head-on […]
Nitrogen
Nitrogen: India, the world’s second-largest emitter of N₂O after China, faces climate risks as N₂O has 300 times the global warming potential of CO₂. Nitrogen is the most abundant atmospheric gas, constituting ~78% of Earth’s atmosphere. Nitrogen is vital for forming DNA, ATP (cellular energy currency), proteins, chlorophyll, and acts as a neurotransmitter via nitric […]
SpaDeX Mission : Completed Second Docking
SpaDeX Mission : Completed Second Docking The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully completed the second docking of its two satellites — SDX01 (Chaser) and SDX02 (Target) — under the SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) mission. SpaDeX (Space Docking Experiment) is a technology demonstration mission developed by ISRO to validate the capability of docking and […]
HEALD Initiative
HEALD Initiative: Union Home Minister launched the HEALD initiative to tackle liver diseases nationwide and inaugurated India’s first Integrated Liver Habilitation Centre at ILBS, Delhi.HEALD stands for Healthy Liver Education and Alcohol-associated Liver Disease Prevention. It is India’s first multi-sectoral national movement targeting liver health, alcohol use disorder, and early disease intervention. Spearheaded under the […]
Moonlight Solar Panel Technology
Moonlight Solar Panel Technology: Stanford University researchers have developed an innovative moonlight solar panel technology that allows electricity generation even at night, during rain, and under overcast skies.A new technology that enables solar panels to generate electricity during nighttime and under low-light conditions. Utilizes radiative cooling, a natural process where heat radiates from the Earth’s […]
Poshan Tracker Application Wins PM’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration 2024
Poshan Tracker Application Wins PM’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration 2024: The PoshanTracker Application, developed by the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD), has been awarded the Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration 2024 under the Innovation (Centre) category. This recognition was announced during the 17th Civil Services Day held on […]
