Tag Archive: Science / Technology

GLOF threat looms over 13 high-risk glacial lakes in Uttarakhand

Monitoring is being strengthened as 13 glacial lakes in Uttarakhand, including Vasundhara Tal, face potential GLOF risk.

Plankton Bloom Turns Thailand’s Ko Lan Waters Bright Green

The waters around Thailand’s popular tourist island of Ko Lan turned bright green this week after heavy rains and flooding triggered a plankton bloom, l...

Swiss Glaciers Lose Over 5% Ice After Heatwaves

Swiss glaciers lost more than 5% of their ice volume in 2026, marking one of the most severe years of glacier melting on record. Data from the Swiss Gla...

Technology Transforms Urban Sanitation Across Indian Cities

Technology is increasingly changing the way urban sanitation services are delivered in India, with digital dashboards, artificial intelligence-powered r...

Delhi Metro Sarthi App Crosses 1 Crore Downloads

The Delhi Metro Sarthi app has crossed the milestone of one crore downloads, emerging as a major digital platform for Metro commuters in the Delhi-NCR r...

Sistan Sand Boa Recorded In India For First Time

India has recorded the Sistan sand boa (Eryx sistanensis) scientifically for the first time after researchers identified three specimens in Rajasthan’s...

Coal-Driven Growth Linked To Rising Urban Air Pollution

Rapid economic growth and rising electricity demand in India have been linked to worsening outdoor air pollution in cities, according to a new study led...

Tata Projects, MDS Aero Partner For Engine Testing Infrastructure

Tata Projects and Canada-based MDS Aero Support Corporation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop and deliver advanced aero...

India Tajikistan Explore Cooperation In Potato Technology

India and Tajikistan are exploring greater cooperation in potato research, cultivation, quality seed production, technology exchange and capacity buildi...

Google launches Gemini 4 Argon, marking major leap in AI

Google has introduced Gemini 4 Argon, the first major model in its flagship Gemini 4 AI series, designed for deep reasoning in complex tasks.

Global debate and concern grow over potential risks of AI

With the rapid development of artificial intelligence, debate has grown worldwide over potential risks, including misinformation, cyberattacks, misuse and AI safety.

China refuels BeiDou satellite in orbit, extending life by eight years

China has claimed it refuelled a BeiDou-2 G7 satellite in orbit with about 142 kilograms of fuel, potentially extending its service life by around eight years.

Researchers Warn Against Hasty Race to Build Self-Improving AI Systems

Researchers have raised concerns over the rush to build self-improving AI systems, warning that safety measures could lag behind rapid advances in capability.

AI should empower creators, not work against their interests: Murugan

Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L. Murugan said AI should empower creators and artists, while protecting their rights and interests.

Developing Nations Seek Bigger Role in Shaping AI’s Future at UN

Developing countries at the 81st UN General Assembly sought a greater role in shaping AI’s future and regulation, warning of rising global inequality.

Starship to pass over India today, complete six Earth orbits

SpaceX’s Starship Flight-14 is set for its first orbital flight today, September 28, 2026, with plans for six Earth orbits and a controlled Pacific landing.

Delhi Records September’s Second-Coldest Night Since 2001, Winter Not Yet

Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 21 degrees Celsius at Safdarjung on Sunday, the second-lowest September reading since 2001, amid rain and winds.

mRNA Focus Sharpens India’s Biotechnology Growth and Health Technology Push

Experts and scientists are focusing on mRNA technology, bioconjugation and advanced bio-manufacturing as India seeks to expand biotechnology and new health technologies.

AI Search Interest Rising in India, but Usage Remains Limited

सीएनएन सेंट्रल न्यूज़ एंड नेटवर्क–आईटीडीसी इंडिया ईप्रेस /आईटीडीसी न्यूज़ भोपाल : भारत में AI आधारित सर्च को लेकर लोगों की रुचि तेजी से बढ़ रही है, लेकि...

Gujarat Fusion Research Gets Major Technical Boost With New Gyrotron

India has installed and commissioned a new 82.6 GHz, 400 kW gyrotron at IPR’s SST-1 tokamak in Gandhinagar, boosting nuclear fusion research capabilities.