Narcotics Analysis & RAG-based Investigation Tool (NARIT-AI): The Gujarat government recently announced the Narcotics Analysis & RAG-based Investigation Tool (NARIT-AI), designed to help law enforcement agencies in handling complex narcotics cases under the Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act framework. It is an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based investigation tool launched by the Gujarat Police, making […]
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Prajna System
Prajna System: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs recently received an indigenously developed AI-enabled satellite imaging system, ‘Prajna’. It is an indigenously developed satellite imaging system to enhance the real-time decision support for the security agencies. The AI-enabled system was developed by the DRDO’s Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CAIR). It is intended to […]
International Air Transport Association
International Air Transport Association: As per IATA’s Global Feedstock Assessment for SAF Production Outlook to 2050, India, U.S., Brazil and Europe were likely to dominate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) biomass feedstock for SAF with 105 million tonne (mt) available by 2030 and 154 mt by 2050 out of a total requirement of 500 mt. […]
Scarlet Fever
Scarlet Fever: A DNA analysis of pathogens from a pre-Hispanic mummy revealed that the bacterium that causes scarlet fever and strep throat was present in the Americas prior to European colonization. Scarlet fever, also known as scarlatina, is a bacterial infection caused by group A streptococci bacteria — the same type of bacteria that cause […]
Vishwa Sutra Initiative
Vishwa Sutra Initiative: The Ministry of Textiles has launched an initiative called ‘Vishwa Sutra – Weaves of India for the World’. It has been developed by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handlooms) in collaboration with the National Institute of Fashion Technology. It aims to present Indian handlooms in a contemporary global design framework. Under […]
Startup India’s Record Growth in FY 2025–26
Startup India’s Record Growth in FY 2025–26: The government reported that over 55,200 startups were recognized in FY 2025–26, the highest ever in a single year since the launch of the Startup India initiative, reflecting strong growth in innovation, funding and employment. Total recognized startups have crossed 2.23 lakh, generating over 23.36 lakh direct jobs. […]
Harnessing Gene Drives for Malaria Control
Harnessing Gene Drives for Malaria Control: A research shows that genetically modified mosquitoes using gene drives can suppress malaria transmission in real-world conditions, offering a potential breakthrough in global malaria control.Despite interventions like bed nets and medicines, malaria continues to cause over 5 lakh deaths annually worldwide, compounded by growing drug and insecticide resistance.Malaria is […]
What is Fructose?
What is Fructose? A recent study presents fructose as a significant biological driver of conditions such as obesity, metabolic syndrome, and related chronic illnesses, challenging conventional understandings of dietary sugars. It is a member of a group of carbohydrates known as simple sugars, or monosaccharides. It is one of the three most common natural monosaccharides. […]
Glutathione
Glutathione: Researchers recently discovered glutathione’s key part in maintaining the smooth operations of a protein-producing hub in the cell called the endoplasmic reticulum (ER). Glutathione is an antioxidant produced in the body through enzymatic reactions. It is a tripeptide consisting of three amino acids (glutamate, cysteine, and glycine) and is naturally produced in the liver. […]
The River Basin Management Scheme: Strengthening Water Governance
The River Basin Management Scheme: Strengthening Water Governance: The Government of India has approved the continuation of the River Basin Management (RBM) Scheme for the period 2026–27 to 2030–31 with a significantly increased outlay of ₹2,183 crore.The RBM Scheme is a scientific and institutional framework under the Ministry of Jal Shakti designed for the integrated […]
