AmbiTAG: Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar (IIT Ropar) in Punjab has developed “AmbiTAG”- India’s first indigenous temperature data logger for cold chain management. AmbiTag is a first-of-its-kind IoT device that records real-time ambient temperature during the transportation of perishable products, vaccines and even body organs and blood. That recorded temperature further helps to know […]
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The Tianzhou-2 Cargo Spacecraft: China
The Tianzhou-2 Cargo Spacecraft: China: China took another step towards completing the construction of its first space station by the end of next year following the launch and docking of a cargo spacecraft. The Tianzhou-2 cargo spacecraft, described by as “the delivery guy for China’s space station”, was launched on a Long March-7 rocket from […]
Tardigrades in Space : International Space Station
International Space Station: Research purposes: On June 3, NASA will send 128 glow-in-the-dark baby squids and some 5,000 tardigrades (also called water bears) to the International Space Station for research purposes. The water animals, which will be launched aboard SpaceX’s 22nd cargo resupply mission to the ISS, are part of experiments that could help scientists […]
Near Isothermal Forging Technology : DRDO
Near Isothermal Forging Technology : DRDO: Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has established the near isothermal forging technology to produce all the five stages of high-pressure compressors (HPC) discs out of difficult-to-deform titanium alloy using its unique 2000 MT isothermal forge press. The technology has been developed by the Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL), […]
What is Yellow Fungus?
Yellow Fungus: After black and white fungus, the recent case of yellow fungus has become a cause for concern. Yellow fungus, also called mucor septic, initially develops by the presence of moulds (a type of fungi) in the environment. It may be present with unnecessary fatigue, rashes, burning sensation on skin, etc. Humidity levels below […]
Intermediaries and Digital Media Ethics Code Rules, 2021 : Guidelines
Guidelines for Intermediaries and Digital Media Ethics Code Rules, 2021: New IT rules to regulate digital content, featuring a code of ethics and a three-tier grievance redressal framework, have come into force (May 26). On February 25, the Centre framed the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules 2021, in the exercise […]
What are Zoonotic Diseases?
Zoonotic Diseases: The World Health Organization (WHO) has formed a high-level expert panel ‘One Health’ to study the emergence and spread of zoonotic diseases like H5N1, avian influenza, MERS, Ebola, Zika, and possibly the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The panel will advise global agencies on how future outbreaks, especially due to zoonotic diseases, can be […]
National Award 2021 : Technology Development Board (TDB)
National Award 2021 From Technology Development Board (TDB): A Bangalore-based startup has received the National Award 2021 from the Technology Development Board (TDB) for developing a commercial solution for the conversion of carbon dioxide (CO2) to chemicals and fuels. The startup has received funding under the Nano Mission. The startup developed efficient catalysts and methodologies […]
Zebrafish and Induced Hibernation
Zebrafish: New research in zebrafish has demonstrated how induced hibernation (torpor) may protect humans from the elements of space, especially radiation, during space flight. The researchers exposed zebrafish to radiation like what would be experienced on a six-month journey to Mars. They observed signs of oxidative stress (imbalance between antioxidants and free radicals), DNA damage, […]
Data Protection In India
Data Protection In India: The Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) has sent a notice to WhatsApp asking it to withdraw a controversial update to its privacy policy which might be a threat to the Data Protection of Indians. According to WhatsApp’s updated privacy policy, users would no longer be able to stop the app […]
