Future Circular Collider: Plans for the Future Circular Collider (FCC), a proposed $30 billion project by CERN, have led to significant divisions within the scientific community. Project scope is a 91 km circular tunnel beneath the Swiss-French border, designed to accelerate and collide particles at unprecedented energies. Purpose is to generate Higgs bosons in large […]
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Geostationary Transfer Orbit
Geostationary Transfer Orbit: ISRO’s Breakthrough in Semi-Cryogenic Engine Development for LVM3 ISRO has achieved a breakthrough in developing a semi-cryogenic engine (liquid oxygen/kerosene engine) with a high thrust of 2,000 kN (kilonewtons). The first successful hot test of the Engine Power Head Test Article (PHTA) was conducted at the ISRO Propulsion Complex, Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu. […]
Gene Bank
Gene Bank: Government to set up second National Gene Bank to ensure future food security. The Government of India has announced the establishment of the Second National Gene Bank to conserve 10 lakh crop germplasm for ensuring future food and nutritional security. This initiative is part of the “Investing in Innovations” theme of the Union […]
Light Fishing
Light Fishing: Despite being banned in India’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) since 2017, light fishing continues unchecked, damaging marine biodiversity.Centre has banned light fishing in all coastal states in 2017.A fishing method using high-intensity artificial lights (often powered by generators) to attract fish to the water surface during night operations.Predominantly used by mechanised trawlers, especially […]
Gaia Space Observatory
Gaia Space Observatory: The European Space Agency (ESA) officially retired its Gaia space observatory. Gaia significantly enhanced our understanding of the Milky Way by creating the most detailed 3D map of the galaxy. Gaia (originally Global Astrometric Interferometer for Astrophysics) was a space-based astrometry mission designed to map the Milky Way with unmatched precision. Developed […]
GSAT-18
GSAT-18: Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee has expressed “dismay” at the avoidable expenditure totalling Rs 17.27 crore on the launch of GSAT-18 communication satellite. The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has raised concerns over the economic viability of GSAT-18 due to the underutilisation of six transponders until 2027. The committee has recommended that the Department of Space […]
Silvaguard
Silvaguard: Dryad Networks has unveiled Silvaguard, an AI-powered autonomous drone system capable of detecting and suppressing wildfires, offering a vital solution amid rising wildfire threats.Silvaguard is a prototype drone-based wildfire detection and suppression system developed to autonomously locate and extinguish early-stage wildfires.Developed by Dryad Networks, a Berlin-based climate-tech company specializing in forest monitoring and environmental […]
Sahkar Taxi
Sahkar Taxi: The government has announced the upcoming launch of ‘Sahkar Taxi’, a cooperative-based ride-hailing service aimed at directly benefiting drivers.Sahkar Taxi is A government-backed cooperative ride-hailing platform where drivers retain full profits without intermediary commission cuts. Inspired by app-based services like Ola and Uber, but driven by cooperative societies.
West Bengal Police Launches Mobile App for Transparent Transfers
West Bengal Police Launches Mobile App for Transparent Transfers: The West Bengal Police has introduced a mobile application designed to streamline the transfer process for its personnel, ensuring transparency and efficiency. This initiative aims to eliminate malpractices such as bribery and favoritism in transfer postings. The app, integrated with the e-HRMS software, will be used […]
Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics
Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) signed an MoU with BISAG-N to integrate remote sensing and GIS technologies into the audit process. BISAG-N: A national-level technical agency providing space and geo-spatial solutions for governance, planning, and development. Established in Originally founded as Remote Sensing and Communication Centre […]
