In a landmark agreement to promote sustainable energy within India’s healthcare and research sector, aligning with the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of “Atmanirbhar Bharat” (self-reliant India) and a cleaner, greener future, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam (NVVN). …
Read More »Novel polymer nanocomposite creates base for road safety sensor for accident prone turnings
A prototype of a road safety sensor that can be implanted at high-risk turning points where accidents are frequent, has been developed from a new polymer nanocomposite with pressure sensing and energy harvesting properties. Scientists are constantly trying to develop new materials for self-powered energy generating and pressure sensing devices …
Read More »Indigenous defence innovations for self-reliance: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh to inaugurate DefConnect 4.0
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will, on October 07, 2024, inaugurate DefConnect 4.0 at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt, a significant step towards advancing indigenous innovation and celebrating the growing defence ecosystem of the country. The event is being organised by Innovations for Defence Excellence – Defence Innovation Organisation (iDEX-DIO), under …
Read More »New artificial synaptic chip mimicking biological synapses to transform information technology
Scientists have created an artificial synaptic device that emulates the behaviour of biological synapses to transform information technology through more efficient computing models. They have used two-dimensional electron gas in oxide heterostructures for integrating architecture inspired by the biological brain, also called neuromorphic architecture and logic operations on a single …
Read More »IICA holds National Conference & Exhibition on Aligning CSR with SDGs in New Delhi
The ‘National Conference and Exhibition on Aligning CSR with SDGs’ held on 02 – 03 October 2024 by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs – IICA (an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Govt. of India) was inaugurated at the Hotel Lalit, New Delhi by Dr Auguste Tano Kouamé, …
Read More »Northeast to hold first ever India International Science Festival showcasing PM’s vision for the Region : Dr Jitendra Singh
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, MoS (I/C) for Earth Sciences, MoS PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh announced here today that Northeast will hold first-ever International Science Festival. Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh addressing the …
Read More »DoT combats Cyber-frauds: Central system to stop spoofed calls to be commissioned shortly
In recent times, citizens are receiving many fraudulent calls, often disguised as originating from Indian mobile numbers. These calls are in fact manipulated by cyber-criminals operating from abroad. These criminals exploit the Calling Line Identity (CLI) to mask the actual origin of the calls, which has led to a spate …
Read More »Union Cabinet Approves Classical Language Status for Pali and Prakrit, Fulfilling Minority Aspirations
The Union Cabinet has approved grant of status of Classical Language to, inter-alia, Pali and Prakrit Languages. The Boudh and Jain communities have been requesting for long for granting recognition to the two languages as both have rich traditions in Indian social and religious history as the teachings of Buddha …
Read More »PRESIDENT OF INDIA GRACES ADI GAURAV SAMMAN SAMAROH AT MANGARH DHAM
The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu graced the Adi Gaurav Samman Samaroh at Mangarh Dham, Banswara, Rajasthan today (October 4, 2024). Speaking on the occasion, the President congratulated all recipients of ‘Adi Gaurav Samman’. She was happy to note that the number of women awardees is higher. She said …
Read More »New Quality Control Order: Enhancing Safety and Efficiency in Ropes, Geotextiles, and Indutech Textiles
In a significant move to improve safety and operational effectiveness at construction sites, the Ministry of Textiles has issued Quality Control Orders (QCOs) for ropes and cordages, geotextiles, and industrial textiles. This initiative will establish stringent quality standards for these essential materials, ensuring the safety of construction workers and the …
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