Indian Astronauts Adapt Training for Gaganyaan Mission
Indian astronauts Shubanshu Shukla and Prashant Nair discuss applying lessons from Russia and Axiom-4 to develop protocols for India's first human spaceflight, Gaganyaan, scheduled for 2027.
Category : Innovations
Electric Seagliders Set to Revolutionize UAE Travel by 2028
Abu Dhabi leads the charge with electric seagliders, a zero-emission transport system promising high-speed coastal travel, set for launch by 2028 to enhance connectivity and sustainability.
IN-SPACe Picks 3 Firms for Small Satellite Bus Platforms
IN-SPACe has chosen three private companies to develop indigenous small satellite bus platforms, each receiving a Rs 5 crore grant under the Satellite Bus as a Service initiative to boost India's space sector.
How Many Stars Are in the Universe? The Mind-Blowing Count
Discover the staggering number of stars in the universe, from our Milky Way's billions to trillions of galaxies. Learn how science estimates this cosmic total and why it keeps evolving.
IIT Kanpur Workshop on Semiconductor Digital Twin Tech
IIT Kanpur's Advanced Centre for Materials Science and Applied Materials India held a workshop showcasing Applied Twin, a digital twin software for semiconductor manufacturing, attended by over 120 students and experts.
AI Butterfly Drone Detects Sugarcane Diseases for Farmers
Researchers from SGSITS Indore and DTU Delhi have developed a butterfly-shaped flying robot that uses AI to identify sugarcane diseases like red rot and smut. The drone creates GPS-tagged digital maps for targeted treatment, reducing pesticide use.
Shubhanshu Shukla Urges India to Pursue Human Spaceflight
After his historic 2025 ISS visit, Shubhanshu Shukla emphasizes the critical need for India to advance its human spaceflight program, citing ISRO's Gaganyaan mission and astronaut Prasanth Nair's training.
CSIR-CSMCRI Hosts International Catalysis Conference 2026
The Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute in Bhavnagar will organize the International Conference on Catalysis for Industry, Environment and Economy in Rajkot on February 12-13, 2026, focusing on sustainable technologies.
Ultra-Thin Kagome Metal Films Enable Next-Gen Electronics
Researchers grow high-quality antiferromagnetic FeGe layers on sapphire using molecular beam epitaxy, advancing spintronic devices with room-temperature stability.
NASA, SpaceX Target Feb 13 for Crew-12 ISS Mission Launch
NASA and SpaceX have scheduled the Crew-12 mission for February 13, 2026, marking the 12th crew rotation to the International Space Station using a Falcon 9 rocket.
How Supermassive Black Holes Became Monsters: New Study
A new study suggests supermassive black holes may have grown from light seeds through frenzied feeding bursts in the early universe, challenging previous theories.
India's Astronaut Corps Permanent, Say Gaganyaan Crew
Indian astronauts Prashanth Nair and Shubhanshu Shukla confirm the astronaut corps is a permanent national capability, with civilians set to fly as Gaganyaan matures.
India's First Musical Road Plays 'Jai Ho' in Mumbai
Mumbai's Coastal Road features India's first musical stretch where vehicles at 70-80 kmph produce the 'Jai Ho' tune through engineered grooves, creating a unique urban innovation.
Annular Solar Eclipse 2026: Golden Ring Over Antarctica
The annular solar eclipse on February 17, 2026, will create a stunning 'ring of fire' visible mainly over Antarctica. Learn when and where to watch this celestial spectacle safely.
IISER Pune: Plant Injury Triggers Stress Management for Regrowth
Researchers at IISER Pune have discovered a key pathway where plants activate autophagy to manage stress from injury, enabling regeneration of new roots and tissues, with implications for agriculture and horticulture.
IN-SPACe Picks 3 Firms for Indigenous Satellite Bus Platforms
IN-SPACe has chosen Astrome Technologies, Azista Industries, and Dhruva Space to develop indigenous small satellite bus platforms under its SBaaS initiative, with each receiving Rs 5 crore grants to boost India's space manufacturing capabilities.
Boston Dynamics CEO Robert Playter Steps Down After 30 Years
Boston Dynamics CEO Robert Playter announces resignation after over 30 years with the robotics company. Amanda McMaster named interim CEO as board searches for permanent successor.
Teen Becomes India's Youngest Male Analog Astronaut
Aditya Pandya, a 17-year-old engineering student, completed an eight-day Moon simulation mission in Gujarat, designing critical habitat systems and pioneering India's space research.
Annular Solar Eclipse 2026: Ring of Fire on Feb 17
The Annular Solar Eclipse, known as the Ring of Fire, will occur on February 17, 2026. This celestial event will not be visible from India, but astronomers and skywatchers worldwide are preparing to capture its beauty.
Air Taxis to Cut Delhi-NCR Travel Time to Jewar Airport: CII
A CII report proposes an air taxi corridor in Delhi-NCR, reducing Gurugram-Noida International Airport travel from hours to 30 minutes using eVTOL technology for zero-emission urban mobility.
IISc Bengaluru Research Enables Martian Soil Bricks
Recent IISc Bengaluru research discovers perchlorate in Martian soil aids bacteria in creating bricks for space missions, advancing sustainable building strategies for Mars and Earth.
Energy Materials Conference Inaugurated at MMV
The 3rd International Conference on Energy Materials and Devices began at Mahila Mahavidyalaya, featuring three days of discussions on energy storage and conservation technologies.
SpaceX Prioritizes Moon Over Mars for Lunar City in 10 Years
Elon Musk's SpaceX is now prioritizing the Moon over Mars, aiming to build a self-growing lunar city within a decade. This strategic shift reflects practical realities and global space competition.
Teradyne Robotics Bets Big on Intelligent Automation
Teradyne Robotics is intensifying its focus on intelligent automation to slash engineering workloads in high-value manufacturing sectors like automotive, F&B, FMCG, education, and logistics.
IIT-Gn's MPalyn: AI Pollen Database for Agriculture & Medicine
IIT Gandhinagar researchers unveil MPalyn, an open-access AI database organizing high-resolution pollen images. This tool accelerates automated analysis for precision agriculture, allergy medicine, and biodiversity monitoring globally.
US-India Space Summit in Bengaluru Focuses on Partnerships
A two-day US-India Space Business Forum in Bengaluru is set to deepen collaboration and unlock new commercial opportunities in the space sector between the two nations.
Lorimer on Universe Expansion and Fast Radio Burst Discoveries
World-renowned astrophysicist Prof Duncan Lorimer discusses universe expansion, Fast Radio Bursts, and new telescope capabilities at Delhi event, highlighting Indian researchers' contributions.
Jupiter Smaller Than Thought: NASA Juno Data Updates Planet Size
Scientists using NASA's Juno spacecraft data report Jupiter is slightly smaller than earlier estimates, with new precise measurements offering insights into its structure and behavior.
Delhi-NCR Air Taxi Corridor: Hours to Minutes
A proposed air taxi corridor linking Gurgaon, Connaught Place, and Noida Airport could slash travel times from 2-3 hours to under 30 minutes, revolutionizing urban mobility in Delhi-NCR with eVTOL technology.
India's Ladakh to Get New Telescopes and Upgrade for Astronomy
India will establish two new telescopes and upgrade one in Ladakh, boosting observational astronomy. The National Large Solar Telescope and National Large Optical-Near Infrared Telescope will provide unique data for solar and cosmic studies.
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