Indian scientists develop nano-formulation to bring safer treatment for Parkinson’s

New Delhi (IANS) Scientists from the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) Mohali, an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology, on Monday, announced a targeted nano-formulation that will enable safer treatment method…

Mahakumbh: Revamped AI chatbot helping pilgrims find parking, food courts and hospitals

Prayagraj (IANS) A new version of the artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot is now guiding pilgrims on parking, food courts and hospitals within 1 km radius of the devotees at the Mahakumbh 2025. 

The fresh avatar of the chatbot, designed to…

This weight loss app can track fibre, protein content in meals

New York (IANS) Researchers have developed a weight management programme that helps individuals plan meals with the assistance of a web application and support from a registered dietitian, including tracking fibre and protein content in meals. 

ISRO’s milestone 100th rocket launch mission from Sriharikota on Jan 29

New Delhi (IANS) ISRO is all set to launch GSLV-F15 mission -- the 100th from Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on January 29, the space agency said.   

The GSLV-F15 rocket with indigenous cryogenic stage will place NVS-02 satellite…

Study shows new drug can be a gamechanger for restoring vision

New Delhi (IANS) US researchers have found a promising drug candidate that could potentially help repair vision in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and other neurological conditions. 

Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical…

India to launch 1st human underwater submersible this year: Jitendra Singh

New Delhi (IANS) India is set to launch the first Human Underwater Submersible (Deep-Sea Manned Vehicle) this year, said Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, on Thursday. 

He said this…

WEF 2025: 25 countries unite to fight against global plastic pollution, climate change

Davos (IANS) Even as plastic waste continues to pose an urgent global challenge, seven more countries have joined the fight against plastic pollution, taking the total to 25 at the recently concluded World Economic Forum’s annual meeting here. 

Nearly 4 in 5 Indian employers report difficulty finding skilled talent in 2025: Report

New Delhi (IANS) About 4 in 5 employers in India are expecting cautious hiring in the first quarter of 2025, as ongoing talent shortages continue to hinder recruitment efforts, according to a report on Thursday. 

The report is based on the…

Scientists discover 'space chorus' far from Earth

Beijing (IANS) An international research team led by Chinese scientists has discovered chorus waves more than 160,000 km away from Earth -- a space phenomenon previously believed to occur only near Earth's dipole magnetic field regions, according…

India’s non-fossil, fuel-based energy capacity reaches 217.62 GW: Centre

New Delhi (IANS) India’s total non-fossil, fuel-based energy capacity has reached 217.62 GW (as of January 20), and addressing regulatory, financial and infrastructural challenges world be crucial this year towards meeting the clear energy goals,…