India to Build First Ever Polar Research Vessel (PRV) in Collaboration with Norway India is set to construct its first-ever Polar Research Vessel (PRV), marking a significant advancement in the nation’s scientific and maritime capabilities. This ambitious project is a result of a strategic partnership between Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd. (GRSE) in Kolkata…
DRDO Inaugurates Quantum Technology Research Centre in Delhi to Strengthen India’s Defence Capabilities Introduction: A Leap Towards Quantum Sovereignty On May 27, 2025, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) inaugurated the Quantum Technology Research Centre (QTRC) at Metcalfe House, Delhi. This state-of-the-art facility aims to bolster India’s indigenous quantum capabilities, focusing on strategic and…
Discovery of Oil in the Neutral Zone After a hiatus of five years, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have jointly discovered a new oil field in their shared Neutral Zone, a region between the two countries where both nations exercise equal rights to natural resources. This significant discovery has sparked optimism about enhanced energy cooperation and…
Introduction In a significant stride towards bolstering its capabilities in polar and ocean research, India has inaugurated two cutting-edge facilities at the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) in Goa. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh unveiled the Sagar Bhavan and Polar Bhavan, marking a pivotal moment in India’s scientific infrastructure development. Sagar Bhavan:…
Introduction to BFS On May 26, 2025, India achieved a significant milestone in meteorology with the launch of the Bharat Forecasting System (BFS). Developed by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, BFS is powered by the state-of-the-art supercomputer Arka. This advanced system offers the world’s highest resolution weather forecasts, providing a 6 km…
Introduction In a landmark achievement in gene therapy, doctors at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and Penn Medicine have successfully used a personalized CRISPR-based gene-editing therapy to treat a nine-month-old infant, KJ Muldoon, diagnosed with a rare and life-threatening liver disorder known as carbamoyl phosphate synthetase 1 (CPS1) deficiency. This pioneering treatment marks the…
Introduction: A Historic Step in Space Biotechnology India is poised to conduct its first-ever biological experiments aboard the International Space Station (ISS) to study the sustainability of human life in space. This groundbreaking initiative is part of the BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment) policy launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The experiments will…
Introduction: Strengthening Indo-Japanese Space Collaboration The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) have embarked on a significant joint venture—the Lunar Polar Exploration (LUPEX) mission. This mission aims to explore the Moon’s south pole, focusing on detecting water and water-ice on the lunar surface and subsurface. The LUPEX mission signifies…
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has developed two high-speed microprocessors—Vikram-3201 and Kalpana-3201. This significant achievement marks a major step towards self-reliance in semiconductor technology, reducing India’s dependency on foreign semiconductor imports. These microprocessors are set to play a crucial role in enhancing the country’s space and defense capabilities. Features and Specifications of Vikram-3201 and…
Introduction: A Historic Journey to the ISS On May 29, 2025, Shubhanshu Shukla, an Indian astronaut, will make history as he embarks on a groundbreaking journey to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission represents a significant milestone for India’s space exploration efforts, adding to the growing list of Indian astronauts who have contributed to…
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