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Monday, January 12, 2026
TopicIndian Institute of Science

Topic: Indian Institute of Science

New batch of live specimens meant to fly to space on Axiom-4 to be sent after final launch date is set

Some specimens that are part of India’s experiments on ISS are time-sensitive & have shelf life of just about a week. Indefinite delay in launch hampers viability of experiments.

Lord Curzon didn’t support Jamsetji Tata’s vision for IISc, so he took the case to London

In 'Jamsetji Tata', R Gopalakrishnan and Harish Bhat monumentalise the business philosophy of the visionary that has been retained by Tata leaders for over a century.

High power at high efficiency — How team with IISc scientists made ‘impossible engine’

IISc and Jawaharlal Nehru Centre For Advanced Scientific Research scientists develop engine with no heat loss. Study published this week in journal 'Nature Communications'.

Study of rock shows how algae oxygenated earth 2 bn years ago to make way for other life forms

The team now plans to search for similar lime-mud deposits in other places around the world to gather additional insights about the Palaeoproterozoic era.

On Camera

XUV 7XO shows Mahindra’s engineering prowess. DAVINCI suspension makes a world of difference

The old XUV 700 was an indication that the Indian manufacturer had begun to up their game. But 7XO is world-class in terms of fit, finish, and equipment.

Grounded no more: Andhra govt revives no-frills Dagadarthi airport near Nellore to boost south coast link

As Visakhapatnam readies a mega airport, the Andhra Pradesh government has revived its shelved Dagadarthi project, aiming to boost cargo and connectivity on the south coast.

Oreshnik, ATACMS & Storm Shadow: All about the missiles Russia and Ukraine are firing

Both the Russian and Ukrainian militaries are leaning on drones, but they’re also firing cruise and ballistic missiles, some of them relatively new and experimental.

Thank you Donald Trump, again. India now has reason to shed fear of trade deals and risky reform

UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.