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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Inaugurates India’s First Automobile In-Plant Railway Siding

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Inaugurates India’s First Automobile In-Plant Railway Siding

In a historic moment, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the inaugural automobile in-plant railway siding at Suzuki Motor Gujarat Private Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL). The ceremony, conducted via video conferencing, signifies a pivotal advancement in the execution of the Prime Minister’s flagship Gati Shakti programme. A Milestone in Green Logistics Maruti Suzuki’s Commitment […]

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Cabinet Approves IndiaAI Mission with Rs. 10,372 Crore Budget

Cabinet Approves IndiaAI Mission with Rs. 10,372 Crore Budget

The Indian Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has greenlit the ambitious IndiaAI mission, allocating a substantial budget of Rs. 10,371.92 crore. This initiative aligns with the vision of bolstering AI innovation within India and leveraging AI for the nation’s advancement. The mission aims to establish a robust AI ecosystem through a strategic public-private partnership approach.

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India’s 1st Dolphin Research Centre Inaugurated In Patna

India’s 1st Dolphin Research Centre Inaugurated In Patna

India’s first National Dolphin Research Center (NDRC) was officially inaugurated by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. This landmark facility, built at a cost of Rs 30 crore, is situated on the banks of the Ganges River within the Patna University campus. Focus on Gangetic Dolphin Conservation: The NDRC’s primary objective is to aid researchers and students in understanding

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India’s IN-SPACe Inaugurates Satellite & Payload Technical Centre in Ahmedabad

India’s IN-SPACe Inaugurates Satellite & Payload Technical Centre in Ahmedabad

Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh inaugurated a pioneering technical center in Ahmedabad, representing a significant advancement in India’s space sector. Established by the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), this center aims to revolutionize private sector involvement in space technology development and testing. Technical Centre’s Capabilities and Focus Boosting

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Indian Scientists Create Eco Wound Dressings With Banana Fibers

Indian Scientists Create Eco Wound Dressings With Banana Fibers

In a groundbreaking initiative, researchers at the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), an autonomous institute affiliated with the Department of Science and Technology, have successfully converted banana pseudo stems—commonly regarded as agricultural waste—into an environmentally friendly wound dressing material. Innovative Multifunctional Patch Harnessing Nature’s Bounty A Sustainable Solution

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NASA Launches PACE Mission to Study Oceans and Atmosphere

NASA Launches PACE Mission to Study Oceans and Atmosphere

The vast expanse of our planet’s oceans and the intricate dance of Earth’s atmosphere hold key secrets to understanding and battling climate change. In a recent groundbreaking move, NASA launched the Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem (PACE) mission, embarking on a crucial journey to unlock these mysteries. This ambitious project promises to revolutionize our understanding of the complex interactions

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AIIMS Launches iOncology.ai for Early Cancer Detection

AIIMS Launches iOncology.ai for Early Cancer Detection

In a landmark collaboration between AIIMS, New Delhi, and the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC), Pune, the groundbreaking AI platform iOncology.ai has been unveiled. This cutting-edge technology focuses on the early detection of cancer, particularly targeting breast and ovarian cancers, which are prevalent among women in India. Global Cancer Scenario Cancer surpasses cardiovascular diseases in

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IIT Madras To Spearhead Development Of India’s First Indigenous 155mm Smart Ammunition

IIT Madras To Spearhead Development Of India’s First Indigenous 155mm Smart Ammunition

In a strategic partnership aimed at advancing India’s self-reliance in defence, Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and Munitions India Limited have joined forces to pioneer the development of 155 Smart Ammunition. This groundbreaking collaboration underscores a concerted effort towards achieving indigenisation in the defence sector.The Project At the helm of this initiative is G. Rajesh, a distinguished faculty member

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Elon Musk’s Neuralink implants Brain Chip In First Human

Elon Musk’s Neuralink implants Brain Chip In First Human

In a groundbreaking development, Neuralink, the neurotechnology company co-founded by Elon Musk, has successfully implanted its first brain chip into a human being. This marks a significant step forward in the field of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) and opens up a myriad of possibilities for the future of medical treatment and human enhancement.Background of NeuralinkFounded in 2016, Neuralink has been at the

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ISRO Tests Fuel Cell On PSLV-C58’s POEM3 Platform Successfully

ISRO Tests Fuel Cell On PSLV-C58’s POEM3 Platform Successfully

On January 1, 2024, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved a significant milestone by successfully testing a 100 W class Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell based Power System (FCPS) in its orbital platform, POEM3. This remarkable feat took place aboard the PSLV-C58 mission, marking a crucial step in the assessment of fuel cell technology for future space missions. Objective of

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