Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC)
Posted in Science & Technology ICT

Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC)

VPN companies are addressing the potential threats of quantum computing by incorporating Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) into their systems.

Posted in Science & Technology Alternative Energy

Small Modular Reactors | HALEU

In 2025-2026 budget speech, Finance Minister highlighted the role of nuclear power, including the upcoming small modular reactors (SMRs), in achieving India’s renewable energy targets.

Ethanol Blended Programme
Posted in Environment Alternative Energy Science & Technology

Ethanol Blended Programme

Union Cabinet approved the revision of Ethanol Procurement Price for Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs).

Legal Metrology (IST) Rules, 2025
Posted in Geography Science & Technology

Legal Metrology (IST) Rules, 2025 | One Nation One Time

Department of Consumer Affairs in collaboration with the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – National Physical Laboratory (CSIR – NPL) and ISRO, has drafted the Legal Metrology (Indian Standard Time (IST)) Rules, 2025.

Jet Streams
Posted in Geography Geography Phenomenon Science & Technology Space Science

Jet Streams | WASP-127b

Astronomers have discovered that WASP-127b, a giant gaseous planet 520 light-years away, has jet-stream winds blowing at an incredible 33,000 km/hour as it orbits its star closely.

NVS-02 satellite
Posted in Science & Technology Space Science

NVS-02 satellite | NavIC

ISRO successfully launches the NVS-02 satellite, marking its 100th launch from Sriharikota.

Rhodamine B
Posted in Science & Technology Chemistry Health

Rhodamine B

Recent research has shown that Rhodamine B can induce DNA damage, which may result in mutations and potentially lead to the development of cancerous cells.

Scramjet Engine
Posted in Science & Technology Defence

Scramjet Engine

The DRDO has successfully completed a ground test of the scramjet engine for hypersonic missiles, marking a significant milestone in their development.

Antivenoms | Snakebites in India
Posted in Science & Technology Biotechnology Diseases

Antivenoms | Snakebites in India

Why are antivenoms not easily accessible in India? | Article in The Hindu

Vikas Engine
Posted in Science & Technology Space Science

Vikas Engine

ISRO successfully demonstrated the restart capability of its Vikas liquid engine at the Propulsion Complex in Mahendragiri.

National Broadband Mission 2.0
Posted in ICT S&T Schemes and Initiatives

National Broadband Mission 2.0

National Broadband Mission (NBM) 2.0 unveiled by Ministry of Communications

Anaemia in India
Posted in Science & Technology Diseases

Anaemia in India

A recent study suggests that iron deficiency, responsible for only a minority of anaemia cases in India, calls for more nuanced policy interventions to address the condition.