India's space program made a huge step forward when the Indian Space Research Organisation completed a critical hot test of its semi-cryogenic engine. The test was conducted on Friday at the ISRO Propulsion Complex in Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu. This is a significant step towards upgrading the country's space launch capability. The Engine Power Head Test Article (PHTA) focuses on a semi-cryogenic engine powered by liquid oxygen and kerosene. It lasted 2.5 seconds and tested important components such the pre-burner, turbo pumps, and ignition system. The engine functioned exactly as planned, d
The Union Cabinet authorised a $2.7 billion (₹22,919 crore) incentive scheme to increase electronics component production in India. The six-year initiative intends to attract $7 billion (₹59,350 crore) in investments and produce products worth ₹4.6 trillion. The government would provide subsidies of up to 50% of project expenses to encourage domestic and foreign enterprises to establish local manufacturing facilities. Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the plan will generate 91,600 jobs by focusing on critical components such as display and camera modules, lithium-ion bat
NASA has once again showcased the amazing wonders of space. The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has captured an astonishing astronomical event: a rare collision between a powerful jet from a young star and a distant spiral galaxy. Scientists refer to this as a "lucky alignment" of two unconnected cosmic objects, which provides a unique viewpoint on the cosmos. Infant stars frequently release jets that traverse long distances through space. In this scenario, the jet appears to be perfectly aligned with a spiral galaxy in the backdrop, resulting in a stunning visual effect. This event, kno
On Tuesday, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi announced that the country's first indigenously developed magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine would be installed by October of this year. The milestone project is being carried out in partnership with the Society for Applied Microwave Electronic Engineering and Research (SAMEER), an autonomous agency within the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. SAMEER's director general, PH Rao, indicated that they are awaiting clinical and human study permission. India currently lacks a method to validate M
NASA's Curiosity rover has discovered the largest organic compounds ever identified on Mars, a huge step forward in the quest for past life. The discovery, reported in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, indicates that prebiotic chemistry on Mars may have advanced further than previously thought. The rover's Sample Analysis at Mars (SAM) mini-lab detected decane, undecane, and dodecane in a rock sample. These carbon-based compounds, potentially remains of fatty acids, are critical chemical building blocks of life on Earth. Fatty acids are essential for creating cell membra
Cambridge University researchers have demonstrated an advanced AI-driven weather forecast system that outperforms current supercomputers. The Aardvark Weather technology is characterised as thousands of times faster than traditional weather forecasting methods. Scientists claim it runs tens of times quicker than current AI and physics-based models while using far less computing power. According to main researcher Richard Turner, Aardvark has the potential to transform weather forecasting by making it faster, cheaper, and more accurate. Turner claimed the system could provide solid weather
Scientists in Abu Dhabi have created artificial moon dust from the UAE's natural resources, enhancing the country's space exploration goals. Researchers at New York University Abu Dhabi's Space Exploration Laboratory developed the substance, known as Emirates Lunar Simulant, to test space instruments and equipment for future lunar missions. Dr Dimitra Atri led the research, which used anorthosite-rich rocks from the UAE that closely resembled the composition of the Moon. This development contributes to the country's objective of sending an Emirati astronaut to the moon within a decade. Dr.
Thailand has won the eighth rank internationally for fixed broadband download speeds, according to We Are Social's Digital 2025 study. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Economy and Society (DES) Prasert Jantararuangtong stressed the government's commitment to improving digital infrastructure and providing inexpensive, high-speed internet access across the country, particularly in rural regions. The DES is actively increasing connectivity through initiatives like Community Digital Centers and One District, One IT Person. The Learn to Earn initiative is bridging the digital gap b
India is all set to introduce its first hydrogen-powered train on March 31, 2025, marking a big stride toward sustainable transportation. This project demonstrates the country's dedication to green energy, lowering carbon emissions, and promoting clean mobility options. Unlike diesel engines, hydrogen fuel cells produce only water vapour, making these trains a significantly more environmentally friendly option. The hydrogen train will travel 89 km through Haryana, between Jind and Sonipat. This scenic route will now provide travellers with a more environmentally friendly and calmer travel
On March 5, 2025, India achieved a key milestone in space technology when ISRO and the Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) in Chandigarh showcased two powerful 32-bit microprocessors, VIKRAM3201 and KALPANA3201. Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary of MeitY, officially handed over the first production lots of these indigenous processors to Dr. V. Narayanan, Secretary, DOS and Chairman, ISRO, at a special function in New Delhi. The processors were developed in collaboration between ISRO's Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) and SCL and are intended for high-reliability applications in space missions. Dr.