Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy jointly conducted four successful in-flight release trials of the indigenous Air Droppable Container ‘ADC-150’ from the P8I aircraft off the coast of Goa between February 21 to March 01, 2026, at different extreme release conditions. Indigenously designed and developed to deliver 150 kg payload, the Air Droppable Container enhances the naval operational logistics capabilities for providing quick response to naval vessels under distress, needing critical stores/equipment, medical assistance etc. at blue sea deployed far from the coast.  A large orange…

Scientists have made significant strides in using nanosheets to boost clean energy production, particularly in making hydrogen fuel more efficiently and affordably. These ultrathin materials, with their unique properties, are being engineered to replace or reduce the need for expensive precious metals in critical clean energy technologies.   A very recent development comes from scientists at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology in India. They have created a novel quasi-2D tellurium nanosheet that could significantly improve the efficiency of electrolysers for green hydrogen production.   The key innovation is…

The Union government has approved a major renovation of the historic bascule bridge at Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata, with the project estimated to cost ₹117.54 crore. The approval was granted by Union Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal to upgrade the ageing structure and improve port operations. The project aims to ensure safer, faster and more efficient cargo and vehicle movement inside the port.   The renovation proposal was examined by the Delegated Investment Board in February 2026 before receiving final approval. About ₹41 crore of the project…

Great news for India’s Project Cheetah! The country’s cheetah population has reached a new milestone of 53, following the birth of five cubs to a Namibian cheetah named Jwala at Kuno National Park .   This significant event, which occurred on March 9, 2026, marks Jwala’s third successful litter since her introduction to India . The arrival of these five cubs has increased the total number of Indian-born cubs to 33, making this the 10th successful cheetah litter on Indian soil .   The achievement was celebrated by Union Environment…

#New GNLU–SILF report on crypto assets outlines regulatory models for Crypto Assets in India The Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), in partnership with the Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF), on Tuesday formally launched its project report titled “Crypto-Assets in India: Assessing the Case for Regulation” at an event held at The Lalit, New Delhi. The report presents a comprehensive examination of India’s current approach to crypto-assets and outlines a structured framework for regulation aimed at balancing innovation, investor protection and financial stability. The report underscores that India is at…

In a major boost to regional connectivity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the remaining stretches of the Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and flagged off the Meerut Metro, dedicating development projects worth approximately ₹12,930 crore to the nation. The event, held at the Shatabdi Nagar station in Meerut, marks the complete operationalisation of India’s first RRTS corridor.   The 82-km Namo Bharat corridor now fully connects Delhi to Meerut, with the newly opened sections including the 5-km stretch between Sarai Kale Khan and New Ashok…