Defense Secretary Shri Giridhar Aramane inaugurated a new design and test facility at the Aero Engine Research and Development Center (AERDC) of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Bengaluru, Karnataka on December 29, 2023. AERDC is currently involved in design and development activities. Several new engines including two strategic engines – Hindustan Turbo Fan Engine (HTFE) of 25 kN thrust to enhance capability for trainers, UAVs, twin engined small combat aircraft or regional jets and 1200 kN to power light and medium aircraft. Thrust's Hindustan Turbo Shaft Engine (HTSE) is used on heavy…
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Launch of National Transit Pass System (NTPS)-‘One Nation-One Pass’ for uninterrupted movement of forest produce
Union Minister for Environment, Forest & Climate Change and Labor & Employment Shri Bhupendra Yadav on Friday launched the National Transit Pass System (NTPS) across India to facilitate seamless transit of timber, bamboo and other forest produce across the country. At present, transit permits for transportation of timber and forest produce are issued based on state specific transit rules. NTPS is envisioned as a “One Nation-One Pass” system that will enable seamless transit across the country. This initiative will streamline the issuance of timber transit permits by providing an integrated, online mode for…
Read MoreIndian scientists have assessed the roles and mechanisms of action of mushroom-derived bioactive compounds
Natural anti-infective, antiviral, anti-inflammatory and anti-coagulation products derived from a wide range of easily obtained mushrooms and their bioactive molecules have the potential to combat COVID, according to a new research paper. . The COVID-19 pandemic has focused attention on bioactive ingredients that boost the immune system. As a result, scientists around the world resumed intensive studies on bioactive compounds that could boost the immune system to protect against SARS-CoV-2 and limit the rapid transmission of the virus. As a result, bioactive compounds obtained from herbal sources and edible mushrooms have gained increasing…
Read MoreIndia Book of Records kept shining in 2023
The record holders of the India Book of Records (IBR) kept the newsrooms abuzz around the year 2023. As the custodian of Indian record makers, IBR encouraged talented Indians to stretch their imaginations, spread their wings, and win new accolades in the fields of their choice. Not only individuals, but also government departments, corporate, and social organizations also did their best to set new benchmarks. M Dev Dharshan, Rifah Taskeen, Vyshak TV, Phoenix United, Techmaghi LLP, Apex Laboratories, Keval Foam Pvt Ltd, Vasantha Yoga Academy, Battala Sporting Club, and Commissionerate…
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