Day: 9 October 2024

The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) in India has inaugurated the Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) Observatory, which stands as Asia’s largest and the world’s highest imaging Cherenkov telescope. This remarkable facility is situated in Hanle, Ladakh, at an impressive altitude of approximately 4,300 meters. The inauguration took place on October 4, 2024, and marks a significant milestone in India’s astrophysics and cosmic-ray research efforts. Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty, the Secretary of the DAE, officiated the inauguration. He underscored MACE’s potential to propel India into a leading position in global…

The delivery of Nirdeshak (Yard 3026) marks a significant milestone in India’s maritime capabilities, particularly in hydrographic surveying. This vessel is the second of four planned Survey Vessels (Large), constructed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, under the oversight of the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau. The ship was officially delivered on October 8, 2024. The successful delivery of Nirdeshak is seen as a pivotal step in enhancing the capabilities of the Indian Navy, especially in surveying the expansive maritime boundaries of India. This vessel not only strengthens…

The development of a combination nanotherapeutic clotting implant has shown significant promise in reducing localized tumor recurrence following surgical procedures. This innovative implant leverages a combination of metal-based nanomedicine and patient-derived blood clotting components, creating a hybrid implant that contributes to enhanced post-operative care, particularly in patients with locally recurrent tumors. This technology addresses the pressing need for effectively controlling tumor recurrence in diverse cancer types, particularly breast cancer and others common in regions like India, indicating substantial potential for improving patient outcomes. The combination nanotherapeutic clotting implant represents a…

The Second Hanle Dark Sky Reserve Star Party took place from September 29 to October 4, 2024, in Ladakh, gathering expert astro-photographers and amateur astronomers. This event, organized by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) in collaboration with various organizations including the Department of Wildlife Protection of the UT of Ladakh and the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), attracted over 45 astronomy enthusiasts from across India. The success of the second Star Party has prompted plans for it to become an annual event, aimed at further establishing Hanle as a…