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The research, led by B. L. V. Prasad along with PhD scholar Muskan Duggal, and supported by contributions from S. Krishna Prasad, D. S. Shankar Rao, C. V. Yelamaggad, and Santosh Khatavi, focused on designing an amine-functionalized liquid crystal molecule. This molecule played a dual role by acting as a reducing agent to form gold nanoparticles while simultaneously stabilizing them in situ, eliminating the need for additional chemical reagents.

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On the government’s intervention in this direction the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), the Secretary said that nearly 36000 fishing vessels have been equipped with transponders for real-time monitoring.

At the heart of their system is a composite siphon: a fabric wick paired with a grooved metallic surface. The fabric draws salty water from a reservoir, while gravity ensures a smooth, continuous flow. Instead of allowing salt to crystallize, the siphon flushes it away before buildup occurs.

Introducing a special discussion on “Critical Role of the Space Programme for Viksit Bharat by 2047” in the Lok Sabha today, Dr. Jitendra Singh underlined that Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s mission was not just a symbolic triumph but also a demonstration of India’s growing capability in cost-effective space technology, international collaboration, and indigenous innovation.

Researchers at the School of Physics, IISER Thiruvananthapuram have been on the lookout for a sensor that could detect hydrogen at room temperature, even in trace quantities. The Project was supported by the Nano mission program of the Department of Science and Technology (DST).

MATSYA-6000—a first-of-its-kind, fourth-generation scientific submersible—is designed for an operational endurance of 12 hours and an emergency endurance of up to 96 hours. It features state-of-the-art systems such as a high-density Li-Po battery, underwater acoustic telephone, drop-weight emergency escape mechanisms, and bio-vests for crew safety and health monitoring.