Global Cooperation in Space Debris Management: The issue of increasing satellites and space debris in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) has gained international attention, with experts warning that without global cooperation, this vital region of space may become unusable.In October 2024, a United Nations panel on space traffic coordination called for urgent measures to address this […]
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India Adopts CubeSat Standard
India Adopts CubeSat Standard: India adopted the global CubeSat standard, marking a significant step in its ambition to enhance its footprint in the global space economy.CubeSat standards define a modular satellite framework (1 unit (U) = 10 cm³, ≤1.33 kg) compatible with standard deployers, requiring uniform dimensions, low-outgassing materials, kill switches, and rigorous testing. The […]
Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme : In News
Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme: In News India’s first indigenously designed 3GPP compliant modem system-on-chip (SoC), developed by WiSig Networks under the government’s Design Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme, faces production challenges despite significant funding.Supports the growth of domestic companies, startups, and MSMEs in semiconductor design, fostering import substitution and value addition in the electronics sector.Provides […]
India Launches First ‘Uber Shikara’ Service in Srinagar
India Launches First ‘Uber Shikara’ Service in Srinagar: Uber has launched Asia’s first water transport service, Uber Shikara, in the scenic Dal Lake in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. This innovative initiative aims to offer a seamless and modern way for tourists to experience the traditional shikara ride, a popular attraction in the region, combining technology […]
Notre-Dame Cathedral
Notre-Dame Cathedral: The French President recently praised the more than 1,000 craftspeople who helped rebuild Paris’ Notre-Dame Cathedral in what he called “the project of the century”, five and a-half years after fire gutted the Gothic masterpiece. Notre-Dame Cathedral is a cathedral church located in Paris, France. It is the most famous of the Gothic […]
Bromalites
Bromalites: New research using fossilized feces and vomit, known as bromalites, highlights how dinosaurs rose to dominance during the Triassic Period. Bromalites are fossil traces of organisms, consisting of material from their digestive system. They are the group of ichnofossils that record the consumption, processing, and elimination of material through digestive systems. Each main stage […]
Anthrax : Female Elephant Died
Anthrax : Female Elephant Died A female elephant died due to suspected anthrax at the Bandipur Tiger Reserve recently. Anthrax is a rare but serious illness caused by a spore-forming bacterium, Bacillus anthracis. It’s found naturally in soil around the world and commonly affects livestock and wild animals. The bacteria produce spores that can live […]
Vikrant Massey Retires from Acting at 37
Vikrant Massey Retires from Acting at 37: Vikrant Massey has announced his retirement from acting at the age of 37. Known for his versatility and powerful performances in TV, films, and OTT platforms, Vikrant made the announcement via an emotional note on Instagram. His decision has left fans shocked and emotional, as he plans to […]
Commissioner of Railway Safety
Commissioner of Railway Safety: India’s first vertical-lift Pamban Bridge aims to boost connectivity between Rameswaram and Tamil Nadu. However, safety concerns and planning lapses raised by the CRS have drawn scrutiny.Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) ensures the safety of rail travel and operations as outlined in the Railways Act, 1989.
Animal Quarantine and Certification Services
Animal Quarantine and Certification Services: Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL) recently facilitated its first successful import of a pet under the Animal Quarantine and Certification Services (AQCS) certification. Initiated during the Fourth Five-Year Plan (1969-70) under a central sector scheme by the Government of India.AQCS certification under central animal husbandry department.
