Day: 26 December 2024

CSIR Inspires 830 Students with DNA Isolation Activity

Vijay Raman

In a remarkable display of scientific engagement and educational outreach, approximately 830 school students from diverse regions of the country participated in simultaneous DNA isolation experiments conducted at 33 Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) laboratories. This initiative not only exemplifies the importance of hands-on learning in the sciences but also fosters a deeper understanding of genetics among young minds. DNA isolation serves as a fundamental technique In biology, allowing researchers to extract genetic material for various applications, including genetic studies and biotechnological advancements. By involving students in this…

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Indian scientists discover survival strategies on how microbes adapt to harsh conditions on Earth

Vijay Raman

The study of primitive organisms, often classified as extremophiles, has unveiled remarkable survival strategies that have evolved over millions of years. These organisms, which include bacteria, archaea, and certain single-celled eukaryotes, thrive in environments deemed inhospitable to most life forms, such as extreme temperatures, high salinity, and acidic conditions. Recent scientific revelations have provided a deeper understanding of the adaptations that enable these organisms to endure and flourish under such challenging circumstances. One prominent survival strategy employed by primitive microorganisms is the production of specialized proteins, known as extremozymes. These…

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Ola Electric Accelerates EV Revolution with Record Expansion to 4,000 Stores Nationwide

Vijay Raman

  ●        Opens 3,200+ new stores co-located with service centres, making it India’s largest EV expansion at one go ●        Expansion spans beyond metros and Tier 1 & 2 cities into smaller towns and tehsils, democratising access to EVs nationwide ●        Opens priority registrations for MoveOS 5 beta, with features such as Group Navigation, Live Location Sharing, Road Trip Mode powered by Ola Maps, among others ●        Announces offers worth up to ₹25,000 on S1 portfolio   Ola Electric, India’s largest pure-play EV company, today announced the expansion of its…

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Suzuki-backed Next Bharat Ventures hosts the Next Billion Forum to strengthen India-Japan ties and empower India’s “Next Billion”—the informal and rural population

Vijay Raman

Mr. Toshihiro Suzuki, President of Suzuki Motor Corporation, inaugurated the forum in GIFT City on December 23, 2024 This year’s theme, “India’s Next Billion Opportunities,” explored a strategic roadmap for integrating impact driven startups, working in the informal sectors, into the country’s growth story as it approaches its centenary of independence The forum featured Mr. Toshihiro Suzuki, President of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Mr. K. Rajaraman, Chairman of IFSCA, and Guest of Honor Mr. Amitabh Kant, India’s G20 Sherpa and former CEO of NITI Aayog. Also in attendance were the Governor of Shizuoka…

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