Chennai, Jan 7 (UNI) The Indian Institute of Technology-Madras (IIT-Madras) has launched Asia’s largest Shallow Wave Basin research facility that could cater to Indian research and industry requirements. Development of this advanced facility is a key demonstration of the Research and Technical capabilities of IIT Madras and the Nation. This state-of-the-art facility is located at… Continue reading IIT Madras launches Asia’s largest Shallow Wave Basin research facility
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AI can reveals hidden hazards of chemical mixtures in rivers: Study
England [UK]: Artificial intelligence can provide important insights into how complex chemical mixes in rivers affect aquatic life, paving the path for more effective environmental protection. A novel methodology developed by academics at the University of Birmingham shows how advanced artificial intelligence (AI) approaches can assist in discovering potentially dangerous chemical chemicals in rivers by… Continue reading AI can reveals hidden hazards of chemical mixtures in rivers: Study
Study suggests ‘hourglass’ body shape ideal for sustained hula-hooping
NEW DELHI: An “hourglass” body shape might be the answer to sustained hula-hooping, a workout involving the twirling of a hoop around the body to keep it spinning, a study has suggested. Researchers from the New York University in the United States have performed robotic experiments and shown that “keeping a hoop at a level… Continue reading Study suggests ‘hourglass’ body shape ideal for sustained hula-hooping
Global tech event in Las Vegas to showcase cutting-edge innovations in AI, sustainability
LAS VEGAS: Cutting-edge innovations in Artificial Intelligence, mobility, quantum, digital health, and sustainability will take centre-stage as top companies and start-ups from around the globe showcase their products and offerings at the world’s largest tech event here. Considered the world’s most powerful technology event, Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 will run through January 7-10, bringing… Continue reading Global tech event in Las Vegas to showcase cutting-edge innovations in AI, sustainability
Tripura likely to get trains running on electricity by February
AGARTALA: Trains running on electricity are likely to begin operations in Tripura by February this year, with the completion of a key electrification project in the northeastern state, officials said on Monday. The state at present has diesel-powered train engines. The Rs 46-crore electrification project, which was launched in 2022, will connect Tripura with the… Continue reading Tripura likely to get trains running on electricity by February
NGT issues notice on plea claiming misuse of forest land allotted for afforestation
NEW DELHI: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has sought a response from the Delhi government and others regarding the alleged “misuse” of forest land allotted for afforestation. The green body was hearing a plea claiming that 125 bighas (around 30 hectares) of Gram Sabha land in Kharkhari Jatmal village, Najafgarh, was allocated to the forest… Continue reading NGT issues notice on plea claiming misuse of forest land allotted for afforestation
India on alert regarding China’s proposed dam on Brahmaputra: Rajnath Singh
AGRA: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday said the government is on alert regarding China’s plan to construct a mega dam on the Brahmaputra river in Tibet, close to its border with India. Days after China announced its plan to construct the world’s largest dam on the Brahmaputra, India said it will continue to monitor… Continue reading India on alert regarding China’s proposed dam on Brahmaputra: Rajnath Singh
EC to announce Delhi poll schedule today
NEW DELHI: The Election Commission will on Tuesday announce the schedule for polls to the Delhi Legislative Assembly. The Commission has convened a press conference at 2 pm on Tuesday to announce the election schedule. The term of the 70-member Assembly ends on February 23, and elections have to held before that to constitute a… Continue reading EC to announce Delhi poll schedule today
Pre-Budget consultations with industry, other stakeholders conclude
New Delhi: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s pre-Budget consultations with industry, farmer associations, and trade unions and other stakeholders concluded on Monday with as many as 100 invitees participating in the month-long exercise and sharing their inputs. During the meetings, Sitharaman assured experts and representatives that their suggestions would be carefully examined and considered while… Continue reading Pre-Budget consultations with industry, other stakeholders conclude
First human bird flu death in U.S. reported
Los Angeles, Jan 7: A patient in the U.S. state of Louisiana has become the first person dead of bird flu, or H5N1, in the United States, authorities said on Monday. The Louisiana Department of Health confirmed in a news release that the patient had been hospitalized with the first human case of highly pathogenic… Continue reading First human bird flu death in U.S. reported
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