India has pledged a $450 million reconstruction and recovery package to Sri Lanka following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar announced on Tuesday during his visit to Colombo as a special envoy of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking after talks with Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, Jaishankar said he…
India Optel Limited (IOL) has signed a collaboration agreement with Safran Electronics & Defence to locally manufacture two advanced combat-proven systems — the SIGMA 30N digital ring laser gyro inertial navigation system and CM3-MR direct firing sight — strengthening indigenous defence production and technology transfer under the “Make in India” initiative. Read More…
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding in New Delhi to collaborate on research, education, training and technology support for defence and internal security. The partnership will include joint research, PhD & fellowship programmes, specialised training and future capability forecasting. Read More…
In 2025, India’s health conversations shifted from quick fixes to deeper, science-driven goals. Gut health re-emerged with “fibremaxxing” as urban Indians embraced plant diversity and traditional staples for metabolic balance. Longevity and ageing well also became mainstream priorities, reflecting a nationwide move toward sustainable wellness and holistic lifestyle choices. Read More…
Mathematical genius Srinivasa Ramanujan’s 1914 formulas for calculating Pi, once seen as abstract, are now connected to black hole entropy and quantum physics. Modern scientists have discovered his work anticipated structures in string theory and modular functions, showing how his intuition-driven mathematics continues to shape cutting-edge science more than a century later. Read More…
From spaceship-themed cabins to a bustling factory floor, Skyroot Aerospace’s Hyderabad facility reflects India’s private space ambitions. Engineers are assembling and testing critical components of the Vikram-I launch vehicle, including carbon structures and 3D-printed propulsion systems. As the rocket advances toward flight readiness, the startup showcases precision, innovation, and India’s growing aerospace prowess. Read…
The Indian Army’s Southern Command has activated an Autonomous Rapid Reaction Force (ARRF) aimed at enhancing quick response capabilities for diverse contingencies. The new force combines mechanised units, artillery, engineers and surveillance assets — improving agility, deterrence and coordination across operations while leveraging modern doctrines and technology integration for rapid deployment. Read More…
ISRO’s LVM3 M6 mission will launch the US-based AST SpaceMobile’s BlueBird Block-2 satellite on December 24, aiming to deliver high-speed cellular broadband directly to smartphones worldwide. The satellite is part of AST’s plan to build the first space-based mobile network, expanding coverage beyond its earlier BlueBird 1–5 satellites launched in 2024. Read more…
A team from INST Mohali, NIPER Raebareli, and Gujarat Biotechnology University has pioneered a multifunctional nanoparticle-based therapy for Alzheimer’s, raising damaged brain cell survival from 40–50% to nearly 90%. Published in Small, the approach targets toxic protein buildup, inflammation, and brain repair, offering renewed hope for tackling this complex neurodegenerative disease. Read more…
The Ursids meteor shower, active from December 17–26, will peak on December 22–23, offering skywatchers up to 10 meteors per hour. Originating from comet 8P/Tuttle, the shower coincides with the winter solstice. In Delhi, the best viewing time is around 10:30 PM, marking 2025’s final cosmic spectacle. Read More…