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After years of dedicated work and anticipation, NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission has accomplished a historic milestone by safely delivering a capsule filled with rocks and dust collected from asteroid Bennu to Earth. This remarkable feat, completed with precision, holds the promise of advancing the understanding of planet formation, the origins of organic compounds and water on Earth, and enhancing our knowledge of potentially hazardous asteroids. Let's delve into this extraordinary achievement and its profound implications.

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Historic Success: Asteroid Bennu Sample to Earth

News Bureau - September 25, 2023

Contrary to previous beliefs that black holes fed slowly, a group of researchers led by Northwestern University found that black holes consume matter much faster. They came to the conclusion using high-resolution 3D simulations.

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Black Holes Devouring Matter at Astonishing Speeds

In a groundbreaking development, DeepMind, the AI firm under Google's umbrella, has harnessed the power of artificial intelligence to pinpoint alterations in human DNA linked to various diseases. Initially recognized for its AI programs conquering complex games, such as Go, DeepMind ventured into the realm of medicine with AlphaFold, an AI program renowned for accurately predicting protein structures, a formidable challenge in the field of biology.

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DeepMind AlphaMissense: Accelerating Disease Gene Discovery

In a groundbreaking achievement, NASA's Mars Oxygen In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) Experiment (MOXIE) has demonstrated the feasibility of extracting breathable oxygen from the thin Martian atmosphere. After a series of successful experiments, MOXIE is now poised to conclude its mission, leaving behind valuable insights for future Mars exploration.

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Breathable Oxygen Extraction Feasibility on Mars

Frank Rubio, currently on a year-long mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), has achieved a remarkable milestone in space exploration. Today, he surpassed NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei's previous U.S. record of 355 days in space, officially becoming the American with the longest single spaceflight.

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Frank Rubio Sets New Record for Longest Single Spaceflight

A recent study has raised concerns for owners of smart watches and fitness trackers, as it revealed that 95 percent of 20 different smart watch wristbands tested were contaminated with bacteria that could potentially cause diseases.

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Study Reveals Smart watch Bands May Harbour Harmful Bacteria

News Bureau - September 5, 2023

Transformative Power of Digital Technology in Health Systems

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Transformative Power of Digital Technology in Health Systems

Sradha Meloot - August 24, 2023

Generative AI, the powerhouse of technological evolution, has surfaced as a potent double-edged sword, presenting both incredible opportunities and formidable challenges, as articulated by researchers from the esteemed Oxford Martin School.

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AI Set to Augment Jobs Rather Than Erase Them; ILO

Abhiram - August 24, 2023

In a gesture of profound significance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the christening of key lunar locations with names that reflect India's spiritual ethos and indomitable spirit. As he addressed scientists at the ISRO Telemetry Tracking and Command Network Mission Control Complex in Bengaluru, PM Modi revealed that the site where Chandrayaan-3's lander made its lunar touchdown will now be known as 'Shivashakti'. Similarly, the spot where Chandrayaan-2's landing occurred will be called the 'Tiranga Point'.

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India Kisses Moon; Chandrayaan-3 Creates History

News Bureau - August 23, 2023

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up to embark on a journey to study the Sun, following the recent Chandrayaan-3 endeavour. Aditya L1, a pioneering Indian space mission, will study the sun. The spacecraft will be strategically placed in a halo orbit around Lagrange Point 1 (L1) within the Sun-Earth system, approximately 1.5 million km away from Earth.

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Aditya L1 to Explore Sun’s Mysteries

Bureau News - August 17, 2023

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is gearing up to embark on a journey to study the Sun, following the recent Chandrayaan-3 endeavour. Aditya L1, a pioneering Indian space mission, will study the sun. The spacecraft will be strategically placed in a halo orbit around Lagrange Point 1 (L1) within the Sun-Earth system, approximately 1.5 million km away from Earth.

Tech

ISRO Next Mission: Aditya L1 to Sun’s Mysteries

Abhiram - August 17, 2023

In a gesture of profound significance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the christening of key lunar locations with names that reflect India's spiritual ethos and indomitable spirit. As he addressed scientists at the ISRO Telemetry Tracking and Command Network Mission Control Complex in Bengaluru, PM Modi revealed that the site where Chandrayaan-3's lander made its lunar touchdown will now be known as 'Shivashakti'. Similarly, the spot where Chandrayaan-2's landing occurred will be called the 'Tiranga Point'.

Tech

ISRO Completes Final Lunar-Bound Manoeuvre Ahead of Chandrayaan-3 Landing

Staff Reporter - August 17, 2023

India's Ministry of Defence is taking significant steps to enhance its cyber security by replacing the Microsoft operating system with a locally developed alternative called the Maya operating system. This decision aims to bolster the Ministry's defence against potential cyber threats and attacks. The Maya OS, developed over a six-month period by a government agency, offers advanced security features and is being gradually rolled out within the ministry's computer systems.

Tech

India to Enhance Cyber security with ‘Maya OS’ Implementation

Bureau News - August 10, 2023

More than half of the global population remains without access to essential Universal Health Coverage, and a staggering 2 billion people face severe financial hardships

Tech

Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Medicine: Addressing Physician Preparedness

Sradha Meloot - August 9, 2023

In a momentous move towards strengthening India's space sector and encouraging private industry participation, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has transferred its state-of-the-art IMS-1 Satellite Bus Technology to Alpha Design Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

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Advancing India’s Space Sector: ISRO’s IMS-1 Satellite Bus Technology Transferred to...

Bureau News - August 8, 2023

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