August 22, 2026

Kautilya

Defense

MoD Places Supply Order for 118 Main Battle Tanks Arjun Mk-1A for Indian Army

The state–of-the-art MBT Mk-1A is a new variant of Arjun Tank designed to enhance fire power, mobility and survivability. Infused with 72 new features and more indigenous content from the Mk-1 variant, the tank would ensure effortless mobility in all terrains, besides precise target engagement during day and night. It has been designed and developed by Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) by incorporating numerous upgrades on Arjun MBT, the in-service main battle tank with the Indian Army.

By Kautilya / September 26, 2021
Defense

MoD Promulgates Framework for Increased Utilisation of Simulators by the Three Services & Indian Coast Guard

Ministry of Defence (MoD) has promulgated the framework for enhanced and synergised utilisation of simulators by the three Services and the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). The overarching vision is to transform to simulation-based training across all military domains for combatants, leaders, maintainers, administrators, life science experts, procurement and financial agencies and thus achieve cost effective, efficient, safe, fast-paced and smart training.

By Kautilya / September 25, 2021
Research Vidya

Patent Fees For Educational Institutions Reduced by 80%

Recognizing the importance of nurturing innovation and creativity in a knowledge economy, India is taking great strides in strengthening its intellectual property ecosystem in recent years. In order to create a conducive environment for innovation, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade has been working towards promoting greater collaboration between industry and academia. This can be achieved by facilitating commercialization of research undertaken in educational institutions.

By Kautilya / September 25, 2021
Health

Study to Help Develop Better Treatment for Blood-Related Disorders

The new study conducted by researchers at the Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER) – Mohali, has now filled the gap. It has shown that a local signaling system defined by two genes called Ultrabithorax (Ubx) and Collier in the tertiary lobe regulated the activities of the progenitors in the tertiary as also secondary lobes and that the system shared several biomarkers with the local environment of the primary lobe.

By Kautilya / September 25, 2021
Research

Researchers Develop Super-Hydrophobic Cotton for Oil-Spill Cleanup

The MOF composite has great capability for selective separation of the oils from oil/water mixtures, and the separation efficiency lies between 95% and 98%, irrespective of the chemical composition and density of the oils. Besides, the MOF composite is also able to absorb large volumes of oils and can be reused for a minimum of 10 times so that the sorbents can provide more recovery of the spilled oil.

By Kautilya / September 25, 2021