Bonobo
A study shows that vocal communication between Bonobos shows compositionality, just like human language.
- One of the important species of chimpanzees
- Closely related to humans, and are known for their peaceful and cooperative social behavior.
- Endemic to the Congo Basin in Central Africa, primarily inhabiting tropical forest
- Classified as endangered due to habitat loss, hunting, and human encroachment.
Q Shield
Startup QNu Labs launches world’s 1st unique platform Q-Shield.
- A quantum cryptography platform launched to ensure secure data transmission and storage across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
- Incorporates technologies like Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG), and Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC).
- Developed by QNu Labs, it aims to prepare enterprises for quantum-secured infrastructure.
- The platform supports flexible deployment and integration with third-party services, enhancing cybersecurity
BatEchoMon
BatEchoMon, short for Bat Echolocation Monitoring, is India’s first automated bat monitoring system developed at the Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS), Bengaluru.
- India’s 1st automated bat monitoring and detection system, developed by IIHS Bengaluru.
- Uses AI and ultrasonic sensors to autonomously record and classify bat echolocation calls in real-time.
- Aids in biodiversity conservation by tracking bat populations and mapping habitat changes.
- Powered by solar energy and employs neural networks for species identification and data analysis.
Kalighat Kali Temple
The Kalighat skywalk will be inaugurated ahead of Poila Baisakh (Bengali New Year) by the West Bengal Chief Minister.
- Located in Kolkata, West Bengal
- One of the 51 Shakti Peethas in India, dedicated to Goddess Kali.
- Associated with the origin of Kalighat paintings, a distinctive art form depicting mythological and social themes.
- The architecture reflects the Bengali style, with a conical dome and shrines dedicated to various deities
Pistol Shrimp
The pistol shrimp shoots bubbles at nearly the speed of sound, creating shockwaves as hot as the Sun
- Also known as the snapping shrimp
- Known for their specialized claw that snaps shut to create a high-velocity water jet.
- This snapping action generates a collapsing bubble, producing intense heat, sound, and a brief flash of light (sonoluminescence).
- They play a role in marine ecosystems by creating burrows that serve as habitats for other species.
- Pistol shrimp are studied for their unique biological mechanisms and potential applications in acoustics and fluid dynamics.