Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) has signed an agreement with the Indian Institute of Technology-Roorkee (IIT-Roorkee) for the development of a “millimeter wave transceiver for 5G rural connectivity”.
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Millimeter wave transceiver for 5G rural connectivity
PyPIM platform
Israeli researchers have developed software that enables computers to process data directly in memory, bypassing the need for the central processing unit (CPU).
Darranga-First Integrated Check Post (ICP) along India-Bhutan border
The first Integrated Check Post (ICP) along the India-Bhutan border was inaugurated at Darranga in Assam on November 7, 2024.
Chonkus-A new strain of cyanobacteria
An international team of researchers has discovered a new strain of cyanobacteria that absorbs CO2 and then quickly sinks to the ocean floor, dubbing this round and heavy find as the Chonkus. About Chonkus About Cyanobacteria
Adaptation Gap Report 2024
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) released the Adaptation Gap Report 2024: Come hell and high water released on November 7, 2024.
First Asian Buddhist Summit 2024
The Union Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), hosted the First Asian Buddhist Summit (ABS) on November 5-6, 2024, in New Delhi. Key points Journey of Buddha Dhamma
Kodo millet
Ten wild elephants from a herd of 13 died over the last three days in Madhya Pradesh’s Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve.
Donald Trump becomes second U.S. President to win non-consecutive terms
Republican Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on November 6, 2024, defeating democrat nominee Kamala Harris.
First in the World Challenge
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has announced a new initiative called “First in the World Challenge”.
VINBAX 2024
The 5th Edition of Vietnam Indian Bilateral Army Exercise “VINBAX 2024” commenced at Ambala. The exercise is scheduled to be conducted from 04 to 23 November 2024 at Ambala and Chandimandir.
Major Ralengnao ‘Bob’ Khathing Museum of Valour
Recently, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Major Ralengnao ‘Bob’ Khathing Museum of Valour at Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh.
Protein IL-35
Researchers of the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST) in Guwahati have discovered a specific protein IL-35.
Union Minister launches TULIP Brand
Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment held a grand opening for the ‘Shilp Samagam Mela 2024’, on 5 November at Dilli Haat, New Delhi.
MAHASAGAR Initiative
The third edition of the high-level virtual interaction MAHASAGAR was conducted by the Indian Navy on 05 Nov 24.
CCEA approves infusion of Rs 10,700 cr equity in FCI
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, on November 6, 2024, approved the infusion of equity of Rs 10,700 crore in Food Corporation of India (FCI) by way of conversion of ‘Ways and Means Advance’ to equity in 2024-25.