Authors- Manu Mehta and Raghavendra Pratap Singh An exoplanet, short for extrasolar planet, is a planet that orbits a star outside our solar system. These planets follow the same physical laws - orbiting stars and varying widely in size and composition. When you look up at the night sky and see countless stars, it's amazing to think that many of Continue Reading »

Authors- Sanjeev Kumar Singh, Yogesh Kant and D. Mitra Cyclone Shakhti, the first cyclonic storm of 2025 over the Arabian Sea, formed from a low-pressure area in early October after the monsoon season. It intensified into a Severe Cyclonic Storm by October 4, reaching peak wind speeds of approximately 110-120 km/h and a central pressure of around 990 hPa (India Continue Reading »

Remote sensing refers to the technique of capturing information at a distance (remotely) by specific instruments (sensors). Traditionally, remote sensing has been associated with satellites or manned aircraft with a set of airborne sensors. In the last decade, the increasing developments and improvements in unmanned platforms, together with the development of sensing technologies installed on drones, provide excellent opportunities for Continue Reading »

The use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in education and training is expanding rapidly due to advancements in high-speed internet and the widespread use of smart devices. E-learning, which integrates electronic media with ICT, has revolutionized how students and educators engage with content. It can take place in two primary modes: synchronous, where real-time interaction occurs through live lectures, Continue Reading »

In the lush green hills of Northeast India, bamboo is far more than a plant. It is a symbol of culture, a livelihood resource, and increasingly, a natural ally in the fight against climate change. A recent study in Assam’s Dima Hasao district has revealed remarkable insights into how bamboo thrives under human disturbance and a changing climate, painting a Continue Reading »