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Semi-Cryogenic Engine

Semi-Cryogenic Engine: ISRO recently successfully conducted the hot test on a semi-cryogenic engine (SE2000), coming closer to finalising the crucial cryogenic stage. A semi-cryogenic engine (SCE) is a liquid rocket engine that uses liquid oxygen (LOX) as an oxidizer and refined kerosene as fuel. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is developing a semi-cryogenic engine […]

PhonePe Launches ‘Insuring HEROES’ Campaign for International Women’s Day 2025

PhonePe Launches ‘Insuring HEROES’ Campaign for International Women’s Day 2025: PhonePe, one of India’s leading digital payment platforms, has launched its ‘Insuring HEROES’ campaign ahead of International Women’s Day (March 8, 2025). The initiative aims to promote financial security among women by offering exclusive discounts on select term life and health insurance plans. Available on […]

Antarctic Circumpolar Current

Antarctic Circumpolar Current: A groundbreaking study has revealed that the Antarctic Circumpolar Current (ACC)—the world’s most powerful ocean current—is slowing down due to melting ice sheets. The Antarctic Circumpolar Current (ACC) is the strongest ocean current globally, flowing clockwise (from west to east) around Antarctica and connecting the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. As the […]

Pashu Aushadhi Initiative

Pashu Aushadhi Initiative: The government will open “Pashu Aushadhi” stores across the country to provide affordable generic veterinary medicines to people engaged in animal husbandry and dairying. It has been conceptualised on the lines of the existing Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Janaushadhi Kendras (PMBJK), which provide “quality generic medicines at affordable prices” to people to “bring […]

Delhi gets three Ayushman Arogya Mandirs

Delhi gets three Ayushman Arogya Mandirs: Delhi gets three Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, focusing on holistic patient care and disease prevention.It is an attempt to move from a selective approach to health care to deliver a comprehensive range of services spanning preventive, curative, rehabilitative and palliative care.It has two components which are complementary to each other. […]

NITI Aayog Calls for Quantum Strategy

NITI Aayog Calls for Quantum Strategy: A research paper titled “Quantum Computing: National Security Implications & Strategic Preparedness” by NITI Aayog’s Frontier Tech Hub (NITI-FTH), highlights the importance of quantum computing for India’s security and economy, urging a multi-pronged approach to address national security risks from quantum advancements. Over 40 billion USD pledged by 30+ […]

Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell

Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell: The Centre for Fuel Cell Technology (CFCT) at the International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials showcased a mobile Proton Exchange Membrane fuel cell (PEMFC)-based backup power solution for telecom towers using a plug-and-play model. It is an electrochemical device that converts the chemical energy of hydrogen […]