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India Strengthens Biomedical Research with First Ferret Research Facility

India has recently taken a significant step towards advancing biomedical research with the inauguration of its first Ferret Research Facility at the Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) in Faridabad, Haryana. This facility marks a major advancement in the country’s efforts to strengthen research on infectious and non-communicable diseases. The inauguration was led by […]

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Sunita Williams Sets New Spacewalk Record

Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams has broken the record for the longest spacewalking time by a woman, surpassing the previous mark set by former astronaut Peggy Whitson. Williams has now accumulated a total of 62 hours and 6 minutes of spacewalking time over nine spacewalks. This milestone was achieved during her most recent extravehicular activity (EVA)

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DeepSeek- Revolutionizing the AI World

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), DeepSeek has emerged as a transformative force, redefining how AI technologies are developed, deployed, and utilized across industries. As a cutting-edge AI company, DeepSeek is at the forefront of innovation, leveraging advanced machine learning (ML), natural language processing (NLP), and data analytics to create solutions that address complex challenges. This article explores how

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Nvidia Unveils the Jetson Orin Nano Super Generative AI Supercomputer

Nvidia has recently announced the launch of its Jetson Orin Nano Super Generative AI supercomputer, marking a significant advancement in affordable AI solutions. With a price-tag of $249, this new model is significantly more affordable compared to its predecessor, which was priced at $499. The new Jetson Orin Nano promises to deliver exceptional AI performance,

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India to Launch Bharat Antariksha Station by 2035

India is poised to reach new heights in space exploration with ambitious plans to establish the Bharat Antariksha Station by 2035 and land an Indian astronaut on the Moon by 2040. Union Minister of State for Science & Technology and Space, Jitendra Singh, unveiled this roadmap during a press conference, emphasizing the country’s quest for

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India’s First Space AI Lab: TM2Space’s MOI-TD Revolution

Hyderabad-based space tech company TakeMe2Space (TM2Space) is set to launch MOI-TD (My Orbital Infrastructure – Technology Demonstrator), India’s first AI laboratory in space, aboard ISRO’s PSLV C60 rocket in mid-December 2024. This mission will enable real-time in-orbit data processing, drastically reducing data transmission costs and opening space research to a broader audience. TM2Space, known for

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ISRO’s GSAT-N2 Communication Satellite Deployed by SpaceX

ISRO’s GSAT-N2 Communication Satellite Deployed by SpaceX On November 18, 2024, SpaceX successfully launched the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) GSAT-N2 communication satellite from Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. This advanced satellite, designed to enhance broadband connectivity and support India’s Smart Cities Mission, was carried aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. Marking the first commercial

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ISRO Begins Groundbreaking Analogue Space Mission in Leh

ISRO announced the launch of its analogue space mission in Leh, Ladakh. This innovative mission aims to simulate life in an interplanetary habitat, addressing the challenges associated with establishing a base station beyond Earth. Through this initiative, ISRO seeks to gather insights and prepare for future space exploration endeavors. Mission Overview Collaboration Developed through a

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India’s First Self-Powered Indoor Air Quality Monitor Launched at Thiruvananthapuram Airport

Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, has inaugurated Pavana Chitra, India’s first self-powered indoor air quality monitoring facility, located at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport. This innovative facility is powered by indigenous indoor solar cells developed by the CSIR-NIIST, utilizing locally available materials. Key Details of event Inauguration of Pavana Chitra Technology

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ShakthiSAT Mission: Empowering 12,000 Girls in Space Technology

Aerospace startup Space Kidz India has launched the ShakthiSAT mission, aiming to train 12,000 girls aged 14-18 from 108 countries in space technology, targeting a satellite launch under ISRO’s Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2026. A prototype presentation will be made to Prime Minister Narendra Modi later this year or early next year. This initiative not only

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