The story so far: Parliament has brought into force the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Act, which repeals previous legislation that governs nuclear activity: the Atomic Energy Act 1962 and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage (CLND) Act 2010. Why is SHANTI significant? SHANTI encourages private companies to participate...
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December 20, 2025December 20, 2025Children, Science & Tech
Flosdorf, Mudd, and a way to handle blood
Does the sight, or even the thought, of blood scare you? In that case, this one might not be for you. If it doesn’t or if you wish to brave on, you’ll find out more about blood and the means to handle it by the end of this one. Components of blood Human blood takes...
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December 20, 2025December 20, 2025Health, Science & Tech
Indigenously built stroke device approved on domestic trial data, launch set for February 2026
The indigenously developed Supernova stent retriever—approved in India using only domestic clinical trial data— is expected to be manufactured in the country and launched in February 2026. The device is used to treat severe strokes by removing clots and restoring blood flow to the brain within 24 hours. Developed by Gravity Medical Technology, its clinical...
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December 20, 2025December 20, 2025Science & Tech
Drogue parachute deployment tests for Gaganyaan mission successful: ISRO
A series of qualification tests for drogue parachutes, which have been carried out to develop a deceleration system for ISRO’s Gaganyaan crew module, were successful, the space agency said on Saturday (December 20, 2025). “These tests were completed at the Rail Track Rocket Sled (RTRS) facility of the Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL) in Chandigarh,...
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December 20, 2025December 20, 2025Health, Science & Tech
Science Quiz: On travel health
It’s holiday season and plans are in the air for travel, celebrations and get-togethers. It’s also a time when cheat days will abound and exercise may take a backseat. It’s important though to ensure that you come out the other side, well-rested and healthy too! So take the quiz and find out how much you...
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December 20, 2025December 20, 2025Health, Science & Tech
How reasonable accommodations at workplaces improve mental health for persons with disabilities
Sirisha K.V., has severe osteogenesis imperfecta, a genetic disorder causing brittle bones. The condition requires a person to help the 36-year-old out of a vehicle and into her wheelchair to go to her office in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh. Since the disorder can cause bones to break easily she needs to be constantly careful while moving....
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December 19, 2025December 19, 2025Science & Tech
ISRO to launch U.S. satellite on December 24
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch the 6,500 kg BlueBird communications satellite on December 24 from Sriharikota. The national space agency on Friday (December 19, 2025) announced that the communication satellite developed by the U.S.-based AST SpaceMobile will be launched as part of the LVM3-M6 mission. “The launch of LVM3-M6 is scheduled on...
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December 19, 2025December 19, 2025Science & Tech
SpaceX loses contact with Starlink satellite after mishap
SpaceX’s Starlink said one of its satellites experienced an anomaly in space on Wednesday that created a “small number” of debris and cut off communications with the spacecraft at 418 km in altitude, a rare kinetic accident in orbit for the satellite internet giant. “The satellite is largely intact, tumbling, and will reenter the earth’s...
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December 19, 2025December 19, 2025Science & Tech
Could rewiring macrophage metabolism make TB treatments shorter?
Thebacteria that cause tuberculosis (TB) also infect macrophages, the very immune cells meant to capture and destroy them. Once inside, the bacteria create a niche where they can persist for months or even years, tolerating even powerful antibiotics. This resilience is a major reason TB treatment requires long, intensive drug regimens lasting six to nine...
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December 19, 2025December 19, 2025Science & Tech
Science quiz: The discovery of Epimetheus
Science quiz: The discovery of Epimetheus Visual: The moon is named for a titan in Greek mythology who is the brother of Y. Together, Epimetheus and Y stand for Hindsight and Foresight. Name Y, the image depicts him performing a legendary action. START THE QUIZ 1 / 6 | Visual: The moon is named for...
