Science and Technology
ISRO successfully launches BlueBird Block-2 satellite from Sriharikota
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the LVM3-M6 rocket, placing the United States’ Blue Origin Block-2 communication satellite into its intended Low Earth Orbit, marking another milestone in India’s growing commercial space launch capabilities. Mission DetailsThe LVM3-M6/BlueBird Block-2 mission is a dedicated commercial launch carried out using ISRO’s heavy-lift launch vehicle LVM3. The mission marked the sixth operational flight of the LVM3 rocket and involved t
India Unveils DHRUV64, Pioneering a Self-Reliant Chip Ecosystem
India has launched DHRUV64, its first fully indigenous 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor, marking a key step toward self-reliance in semiconductor technology. Developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) under the Microprocessor Development Programme (MDP) and Digital India RISC-V (DIR-V) initiative, it leverages open-source RISC-V architecture for cost-effective innovation. Key SpecificationsDHRUV64 operates at 1.0 GHz with a dual-core design, offering enhanced e
DRDO develops next-generation autonomous underwater vehicles for mine detection
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully developed a new generation of Man-portable Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (MP-AUVs) for mine countermeasure operations. Developed by the Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), Visakhapatnam, the MP-AUVs are equipped with advanced sensors and autonomous capabilities to detect and classify mine-like objects in real time. Key FeaturesThe MP-AUVs integrate multiple lightweight vehicles equipped with side scan son
India unveils indigenous Quantum Diamond Microscope for advanced magnetic imaging
India has unveiled its first indigenous Quantum Diamond Microscope (QDM), a breakthrough in quantum sensing technology, for advanced magnetic field imaging. Development DetailsThe QDM was developed by the P-Quest Group at IIT Bombay, led by Professor Kasturi Saha, under the National Quantum Mission (NQM) of the Department of Science and Technology (DST). It was announced at the Emerging Science Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC 2025) on October 31, 2025, with Union Minister Dr. Jitendra
Indian Navy’s GSAT-7R (CMS-03) communication satellite
India's GSAT-7R satellite represents a major leap in the nation's space-based defense capabilities, launched successfully by ISRO on November 2, 2025, as the heaviest indigenously built communication satellite at 4,410 kg. Designed exclusively for the Indian Navy under the CMS-03 designation, it replaces the aging GSAT-7 and operates from a geosynchronous orbit to ensure continuous coverage over the Indian Ocean Region. This multi-band platform, equipped with UHF, S-band, C-band, and Ku-band tra
Scientists discover rare meteorite relics in Chang’e-6 lunar samples
Chinese scientists have discovered rare relics from CI-like chondrite meteorites in lunar samples returned by the Chang'e-6 mission. These fragments, identified through advanced mineral and isotope analysis, provide evidence of ancient impacts from outer Solar System materials on the Moon's far side. The findings suggest more frequent carbonaceous chondrite collisions in the Earth-Moon system than previously thought, with implications for lunar water origins. Mission BackgroundChang'e-6, launche
