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Extreme Solar Storm Hits Earth

May 11, 2024

On May 11, 2024, Earth experienced its most significant solar storm in over two decades. The storm, triggered by multiple coronal mass ejections (CMEs) from the sun, stirred a global buzz due to its potent impact on communication networks, satellite ..

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ISRO Successfully Tests 3D-Printed Rocket Engine

May 10, 2024

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a remarkable feat by successfully conducting a hot test of a 3D-printed liquid rocket engine on May 10, 2024. This test represents a crucial step forward in integrating Additive Manufacturing (AM) technologies ..

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What are AI Deadbots?

May 10, 2024

A rising trend within artificial intelligence involves the creation of ‘deadbots’ or ‘griefbots’, which are chatbots designed to emulate deceased individuals.  “Deadbots” refers to a concept in artificial intelligence and robotics where chatbots or robotic entities continue to function or ..

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Study Reveals Environmental Cost of Digital Content Consumption

May 9, 2024

Recent research published in the journal Nature Communications has drawn attention to the significant environmental costs associated with our digital activities, including using social media, streaming videos, and web browsing. The study suggests that these activities account for about 40% ..

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India Plans Dedicated Semiconductor R&D Wing Under ISRC

May 9, 2024

The government has proposed the establishment of a dedicated research and development (R&D) unit under the newly envisaged India Semiconductor Research Centre (ISRC). This initiative aims to enhance semiconductor research that can transition swiftly to industrial production. This strategic move ..

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Glyptothorax punyabratai: New Catfish Species Discovered in Arunachal Pradesh

May 8, 2024

India’s leading institute for fish genetic resources ICAR-NBFGR has identified a new species of catfish, Glyptothorax punyabratai, in the Tung Stream of Brahmaputra River drainage system. It has been named in honour of Dr. Punyabarata Das, the founding director of ..

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Sun Releases Two Powerful Solar Flares, Causes Blackouts

May 7, 2024

In the past week, the Sun has emitted two significant solar flares from a newly identified sunspot, AR3663, causing impacts such as radio blackouts in several parts of the world. These flares occurred within six hours of each other, signaling ..

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NASA’s Ambitious Moon Rail and Mars Transit Projects

May 7, 2024

NASA’s Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) programme is pushing the boundaries of space exploration with projects that many might deem the stuff of science fiction. These initiatives aim to transform how we interact with space through groundbreaking technologies such as lunar ..

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BSNL to Launch Indigenous 4G Nationwide in August 24

May 7, 2024

State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is set to deploy 4G services nationally starting August 2024, utilizing entirely home-grown technology. This initiative aligns with India’s “Atmanirbhar Bharat” policy aimed at boosting domestic capability and reducing reliance on foreign technologies. BSNL ..

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Scientists Develop ‘All-in-One’ Broad Coronavirus Vaccine

May 7, 2024

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers have recognized the urgent need for vaccines that can provide protection against not just one, but potentially multiple coronavirus strains, including those yet undiscovered. On May 6, 2024, a groundbreaking study was ..

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