A significant telescope If we were to talk about the most popular telescopes of all time, it is unlikely that you will be mentioning the Airy Transit Circle (ATC). You’ll probably recall space observatories like the James Webb Space Telescope and Hubble, and you might even spare a thought to the early versions made and...
Category: Science & Tech
Home
Science & Tech
Post
January 3, 2026January 3, 2026Science & Tech
Study suggests ancient Indian scholars knew mineral acids centuries before Europeans
GUWAHATI A study published in the Indian Journal of History of Science a few months ago has challenged long-held beliefs about the origins of mineral acids, suggesting that ancient Indian scholars may have understood and used them centuries before similar knowledge appeared in Europe or the Arab world. For decades, historians believed that Arab alchemists developed mineral...
Post
January 3, 2026January 3, 2026News, Science & Tech
AI-Driven Astronomical Discovery Gains Global Attention
A major AI-driven astronomical discovery is drawing renewed global attention, highlighting how artificial intelligence is transforming space research and data analysis. Using advanced AI tools, researchers have successfully re-examined vast amounts of archival space data and identified millions of previously unclassified celestial objects, offering fresh insights into the structure of the universe. The breakthrough involved...
Post
January 3, 2026January 3, 2026News, Science & Tech
Tech World Gears Up for CES 2026
The global technology industry is preparing for Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, one of the world’s largest and most influential technology exhibitions. The event will take place in Las Vegas, bringing together leading technology companies, startups, investors, and innovators from across the globe. CES 2026 is expected to showcase major advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics,...
Post
January 3, 2026January 3, 2026Environment, Science & Tech
Green paradox: planting trees will cool a megacity unless it’s dry
Cities around the world are getting hotter for two reasons: the climate is warming and urban areas often trap heat more than the countryside. Planting more vegetation, especially trees, has become a popular ‘nature-based’ way to cool cities. But how much does this really help? To answer this, researchers from Australia, China, Saudi Arabia, and...
Post
January 2, 2026January 2, 2026Science & Tech
₹202-Crore Digital Science Park to Open in Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala — A major new Digital Science Park with an investment of ₹202 crore is set to be developed in Thiruvananthapuram, marking a significant step in strengthening technology and innovation infrastructure in the region. The Digital Science Park will serve as a hub for research, development, and collaboration in digital and emerging technologies. It...
Post
January 2, 2026January 2, 2026Science & Tech
Quantum Diamonds Poised to Revolutionize Technology
Scientists and technology experts say quantum diamonds could play a transformative role in the future of advanced technology, opening new possibilities in computing, sensing, and secure communications. Quantum diamonds are specially engineered diamonds that contain tiny defects known as nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers. These imperfections allow the diamonds to interact with quantum states, making them highly...
Post
January 2, 2026January 2, 2026Science & Tech
Why does India need climate-resilient agriculture? | Explained
The story so far: Climate change is real, and for India to continue meeting domestic food demands, agriculture needs to cope with the increasing unpredictability of the weather, declining soil health, and growing air pollution. What is climate-resilient agriculture? Climate-resilient agriculture uses a range of biotechnology and complementary technologies to guide farming practices and reduce...
Post
January 2, 2026January 2, 2026Science & Tech
How does my smartphone know which way is up?
A: Your smartphone knows which way is up due to its accelerometer. It’s a chip whose parts shift slightly when the phone accelerates or when gravity acts along a particular direction. The phone’s software reads the accelerometer’s measurements along the x, y, and z directions and figures out which side is pointing towards the earth....
Post
January 2, 2026January 2, 2026Science & Tech
How long can humans really live? Inside the longevity science boom
The Greenland shark can live up to 500 years. The kind of longevity that probably has something to do with its home: cold, dark depths of the North Atlantic Ocean and Arctic Ocean. Scientists have been studying the sharks’ biology — from its slow metabolism to cellular repair — to find answers for healthy ageing...
