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Ingenuity Helicopter’s Final Flight

January 21, 2025

The Ingenuity helicopter, a pioneering rotorcraft on Mars, concluded its mission with a final flight on January 18, 2024. This flight marked the end of a remarkable journey that showcased controlled flight on another planet. Despite its unexpected demise, Ingenuity ..

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TRAI’s Spam Regulation Innovations

January 21, 2025

In recent years, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has intensified efforts to combat spam in telecommunications. With the integration of distributed ledger technology (DLT), TRAI aims to enhance the traceability of commercial messages. This initiative is part of ..

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ISRO Successfully Demonstrates Vikas Engine Restart Capability

January 21, 2025

Recently, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved milestones with its Vikas liquid engine. The successful demonstration of engine restart capabilities marks a critical step towards enhancing the reusability of launch vehicles. This progress aligns with ISRO’s commitment to advancing ..

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Digantara’s SCOT Mission Success

January 20, 2025

On January 14, 2025, Indian space startup Digantara achieved milestone with the successful launch of its Space Camera for Object Tracking (SCOT) mission. This marks an important step in enhancing space situational awareness and tracking capabilities in Low Earth Orbit ..

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H5N1 Avian Influenza Mutations

January 20, 2025

In early 2025, a study revealed mutations in the H5N1 avian influenza strain isolated from a human in Texas. This discovery raised alarms about the potential for the virus to evolve and pose a greater threat to human health. The ..

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Pixxel’s Firefly Satellite Constellation

January 20, 2025

In early 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought into light the achievement of Bengaluru-based startup Pixxel, which launched India’s first private Earth imaging satellite constellation, named ‘Firefly’. This milestone marks a very important moment in India’s space sector, showcasing advancements ..

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Ayurvedic Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease

January 18, 2025

Recent breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s disease research offer new hope for effective treatments. A team led by Professor Anirban Bhunia at the Bose Institute has explored innovative approaches to combat neurodegenerative disorders, particularly focusing on amyloid proteins, which are central to ..

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Maharashtra AI Policy Initiative

January 18, 2025

Recently, the Maharashtra government announced the formation of a 16-member committee to draft the state’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy. This initiative aims to position Maharashtra as the first state in India with a dedicated AI policy. The committee’s recommendations ..

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Huntington’s Disease Research Advances

January 18, 2025

Recent studies have shed light on Huntington’s disease, a genetic disorder leading to the degeneration of brain cells. Despite the known genetic mutation, its delayed onset remains puzzling. New research indicates that the mutation, initially harmless, becomes harmful over time, ..

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India’s Third Launch Pad Approved

January 17, 2025

The Government of India has approved the establishment of a Third Launch Pad (TLP) at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. This initiative aims to enhance India’s space capabilities, particularly for future human spaceflight missions. The TLP ..

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