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Why in News The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi has conducted India’s first domestic clinical trial of an advanced stroke treatment device called the Supernova Stent, marking a major milestone in indigenous medical device development. About Supernova Stent How the Device Works Key Features & Advantages Clinical Significance Public Health Impact Source: IE
Why in News Researchers at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali have developed a multifunctional nanoplatform that shows promise in slowing Alzheimer’s disease progression, improving memory, and supporting cognitive functions. Background About the New Nanoplatform Mechanism of Action The nanoparticles are designed to simultaneously target four key hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease: This multi-targeted approach improves therapeutic effectiveness compared to single-target drugs. Enhanced Innovation: BDNF Functionalisation Source: DD Read More …
Why in News India launched DHRUV64, its first fully indigenous 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor, marking a major milestone in Aatmanirbhar Bharat and indigenous chip design. About DHRUV64 Key Features Applications Strategic Significance DIR-V Programme DIR-V Chips India’s Indigenous Processor Ecosystem (Chronology) Processor Year Institution Key Use SHAKTI 2018 IIT Madras Strategic, space, defence AJIT 2018 IIT Bombay Industrial, robotics VIKRAM 2025 ISRO–SCL Space navigation & mission operations THEJAS64 2025 Read More …
Why in News About the Geminid Meteor Shower Origin of the Geminids What Causes Shooting Stars? Radiant Point Significance Sources: NASA & Mint
Deodar trees (Cedrus deodara) in Batseri, Kinnaur (Himachal Pradesh) show a long-term shift from wetter spring conditions during the Little Ice Age (LIA) to progressively drier conditions after 1757 CE. Reconstructing 378 Years of Moisture History Tree Rings as Natural Archives Role of Western Disturbances Climate Variability and Geohazards Need for Early Warning and Forest Management Sources: PIB & NOAA
The Centre informed Parliament that several airports across the country have reported GPS spoofing or counterfeit satellite signal incidents affecting aircraft navigation systems. Complaints were received from airports in Kolkata, Amritsar, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Chennai. Key Highlights
Scientists have resolved the mystery surrounding the 3.4 million-year-old fossils known as the “Burtele Foot,” discovered in Ethiopia in 2009. The fossils have now been identified as belonging to the species Australopithecus deyiremeda, a little-known human ancestor. • New Fossil Evidence Leads to Breakthrough: The conclusion follows the recent discovery of 25 teeth and the jawbone of a 4½-year-old child near the original site. These new fossils matched the features Read More …
A recent study by the Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) has shed light on the turbulent and highly variable early life of young stars, challenging previous assumptions about stellar infancy. Key Findings Mid-Infrared Variability Catalog Understanding Young Stellar Objects (YSOs) Formation Process Source: PIB
The Union Ministry of Minority Affairs convened a National Review Meeting of States and Union Territories to evaluate progress under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK). The session focused on accelerating the implementation of welfare, education, health, infrastructure, and area-development projects in minority-concentrated regions across India. Key Highlights Focus on PMJVK Portal and Fund Management About SNA SPARSH Source: PIB
Two cyclonic storms may form in the Bay of Bengal in the coming week. Meteorologists have flagged a possible Fujiwhara interaction between the storms. This raises uncertainty about the storm track, intensity, and impact, putting a large population in South and Southeast Asia on alert. What is the Fujiwhara Effect? Implications of the Interaction Precautionary Note Source: DTE
Acanthosis Nigricans (AN) is a skin condition marked by dark, velvety, thickened patches on skin folds. Commonly appears on the neck, underarms, groin, under the breasts, elbows, or behind the knees. Strong Link to Insulin Resistance: Causes of AN: Relevance in Children & Young Adults: Diagnosis: Source: TH
A global review of tiny marine organisms — foraminifera — has identified 57 new living species. Three of these newly described species were discovered in New Zealand waters. The findings are published in the journal Micropaleontology. How the Study Was Conducted Significance of Foraminifera Global Distribution Findings About Foraminifera Why the Study Matters Source: Click HERE
A new generation of Man-portable Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (MP-AUVs) have been successfully developed by the Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), Visakhapatnam of DRDO for mine countermeasure missions. Source: PIB
Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) has exchanged Government Orders (GOs) with the Government of Andhra Pradesh for the development of a 1200 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Nandyal and a 50 MW Hybrid Solar Project. Source: PIB
Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India, Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, chaired the second annual review meeting of the Rural Technology Action Group (RuTAG) 2.0, an initiative of the Office of the PSA (OPSA). The meeting highlighted key developments aimed at addressing rural challenges through science, technology, and innovation. The meeting was held on the 13th and 14th of November 2025, at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati. Key Read More …