science and tech

Why Satellite Space Junk may be bad news for Environment

What is Space Debris? Space debris, also known as space junk, refers to man-made objects that are no longer operational and orbit Earth. These objects include defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, fragments from spacecraft collisions, and other discarded hardware from...

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), Recommendations for Future Actions

What is Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)? Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites no longer respond to antimicrobial medicines. This means that the medicines, such as antibiotics, antifungals, and antivirals, become ineffective in treating infections. As a result,...

Big Tech Companies Influence on AI

Countries like India are taking steps to democratise AI development by investing in sovereign cloud infrastructure, creating open data platforms, and supporting local startups. However, these initiatives may not be sufficient to counteract Big Tech's dominance. Challenges of Big Tech...

ISRO to develop New Algorithms on Farm Fire Data

ISRO to develop New Algorithms on Farm Fire Data Recently the Union Minister for S&T launched India’s first AI Data Bank during the 7th Edition of the ASSOCHAM AI Leadership Meet. Its aim is to provide high-quality, diverse datasets to...

Genetically Modified Crops in India, Regulation and Challenges

India's growing population presents a significant challenge in meeting the increasing demand for food. Genetically modified (GM) crops offer a potential solution to this challenge. This article explores the history, advantages, challenges, and future prospects of GM crops in India,...

Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS)

Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) Recently the Ukrainian Military has used US made ATACMS missiles to strike into Russia for the first time. It is a surface-to-surface ballistic missile manufactured by Lockheed Martin. Features It is equipped with Ground Positioning...

Reaching out with AI

The Age of AI AI as a Transformative Force: AI is seen as a powerful enabler that can deliver more with less, fostering innovation across various sectors including healthcare and security. Governance as the Key Use Case: The author posits...

India conducts historic flight test of Hypersonic Missile with a range of 1,500 km

About Hypersonic Missiles Hypersonic missiles are advanced weapon systems capable of travelling at speeds exceeding Mach 5 (five times the speed of sound, approximately 6,125 km/h). Key Characteristics: Speed: Hypersonic missiles travel at speeds of Mach 5 or higher, enabling...

Bitcoin Surges Past $89,000, Key Drivers and Market Outlook

Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, has recently broken through the $89,000 mark, sparking widespread interest and excitement among investors. This surge comes after years of stagnation, raising the question: Is the “crypto winter” finally over? Bitcoin's Surge Past $89,000 Bitcoin's...

RNA Editing, Applications and Associated Challenges

What is RNA? Ribonucleic acid (RNA) is a molecule found in almost all living things and viruses. It’s made of smaller units called nucleotides, each with three parts: a sugar (ribose), a nitrogen base, and a phosphate group. The nitrogen...