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Record-Breaking Humpback Whale Migration

December 17, 2024

Recently, a male humpback whale achieved a remarkable feat by completing the longest migration ever recorded. This whale swam an astounding 13,046 kilometres (8,106 miles) from South America to Africa, surpassing the typical migration distance for its species. Researchers tracked ..

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What is Search and Rescue Aid Tool (SARAT)?

December 17, 2024

The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has recently upgraded its Search and Rescue Aid Tool (SARAT), which aims to enhance the effectiveness of sea rescue operations conducted by Indian agencies, including the Coast Guard. The tool now ..

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India’s First Diabetes Biobank in Chennai

December 17, 2024

India has taken a step forward in diabetes research with the establishment of its first diabetes biobank in Chennai, spearheaded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) in collaboration with the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF), aims to enhance ..

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NISAR Satellite Launch Set for March 2025

December 17, 2024

In March 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch the NISAR satellite, a milestone in space exploration, the 2.8-tonne satellite will be deployed using the GSLV Mk-II rocket. NISAR represents a collaborative effort between India and the United ..

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SAMARTH Centres

December 16, 2024

The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has established four Smart Advanced Manufacturing and Rapid Transformation Hub (SAMARTH) Centres, aiming to enhance competitiveness in the Indian capital goods sector. The centers are strategically located in Pune, Delhi, and Bengaluru, focusing on ..

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ISRO’s Successful CE20 Engine Sea-Level Test

December 16, 2024

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a milestone by completing a sea-level test of its CE20 cryogenic engine, at the ISRO Propulsion Complex in Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu, this test is crucial for upcoming space missions. The CE20 engine ..

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Why Jupiter’s Moon Io is the Most Volcanic Place in the Solar System?

December 16, 2024

Recent discoveries have brought to light the extraordinary volcanic activity on Jupiter’s moon Io. NASA’s Juno mission has provided new insights, confirming Io as the most volcanically active body in our solar system, published in Nature, addresses a long-standing mystery ..

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ESA’s EnVision Mission to Study Venus

December 14, 2024

The European Space Agency (ESA) has officially confirmed the EnVision mission to explore Venus, which aims to deepen our understanding of Earth’s closest planetary neighbor. Scheduled to launch in 2031, EnVision will utilize advanced radar technology to penetrate Venus’s harsh ..

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Sora: OpenAI Launches AI Video Generation Tool

December 13, 2024

OpenAI has introduced Sora, a cutting-edge AI tool that transforms written commands into videos, marking advancement in text-to-video technology, allowing users to create imaginative content effortlessly. However, OpenAI is prioritizing safety and ethical considerations in its deployment. Features of Sora ..

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NASA Studies New X-ray Binary System

December 13, 2024

NASA’s Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE) has recently investigated the X-ray binary system Swift J1727.8-1613, also known as Swift J1727. This system consists of two stars in orbit, one collapsed into a black hole after exhausting its nuclear fuel. Formation ..

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