NASA to Launch Two Balloons from Antarctica to Study Neutrinos
NASA announced plans to launch two major scientific balloons from Antarctica early December to study extreme particles that shape the universe. The PUEO mission will target ultra-high-energy neutrinos from space, while the GAPS mission searches for antimatter linked to dark matter. Flights will depart from McMurdo Station and are expected to involve long-duration circumpolar trajectories spanning several weeks. The missions aim to shed light on fundamental questions about cosmic rays, neutrinos, and antimatter, contributing to our understanding of the universe’s composition and evolution through innovative balloon-borne experiments.
NASA launching two balloons from Antarctica in early December.
PUEO studies ultra-high-energy neutrinos; GAPS searches for antimatter.
Flights originate at McMurdo Station; long-duration missions planned.
Objectives include insights into dark matter and cosmic particles.
Balloon experiments provide cost-effective, extended data collection.
Dec 06, 2025
Google Rolls Out Gemini 3 Deep Think Mode for Ultra Users with Enhanced AI Reasoning
Google has officially rolled out the Gemini 3 Deep Think mode for its AI Ultra subscribers, offering a significant upgrade in reasoning and problem-solving capabilities within the Gemini app. This new feature, previewed last month during the launch of the Gemini 3 AI models, is now available for use and is tailored to handle complex mathematics, scientific reasoning, and logic-based queries. Deep Think mode builds on the foundations of earlier Gemini models and reflects Google's aim to deliver deeper, more context-aware AI assistance.
Dec 05, 2025
Meghalaya hosts Regional AI Impact Conference 2025 in Shillong
Meghalaya hosted the Regional Artificial Intelligence Impact Conference 2025 in Shillong on 3 December 2025 at the State Convention Centre. The event, organized ahead of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 planned for February 2026, showcased regional AI adoption under the theme people, planet and progress. A virtual address by the Union Minister overseeing AI emphasised the government’s plan to democratise AI across sectors. Under the IndiaAI Mission, over Rs 10,300 crore has been allocated to develop AI infrastructure and capabilities nationwide. The conference highlighted AI's potential in governance, education, health, and rural development in the northeast.
Regional AI conference held in Shillong on 3 December 2025
Ahead of India AI Impact Summit 2026
Theme: People, Planet, Progress
IndiaAI Mission: Rs 10,300 crore allocated
IIA marks 10 years of UVIT on AstroSat
The Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) marked ten years of operation of the UltraViolet Imaging Telescope (UVIT) aboard ISRO’s AstroSat. UVIT, the primary payload of AstroSat launched on 28 September 2015, observes ultraviolet to X‑ray wavelengths to study astronomical objects. IIA designed, assembled, and delivered UVIT from its Hosakote campus, within the DST framework. To commemorate the milestone, IIA organised a one-day academic workshop on 4 December 2025, noting UVIT’s contributions to imaging and spectroscopy. AstroSat carries five payloads enabling multi-wavelength observations, strengthening India’s space science capabilities and public outreach in astronomy and planetary science for students and researchers nationwide across India.
UVIT operational for 10 years on AstroSat
launched 28 September 2015
IIA Hosakote designed and built UVIT
NSC Mumbai hosts two-day Science Festival showcasing nuclear science
Nehru Science Centre in Mumbai hosted Science Festival India 2025, a two-day event on 3–4 December 2025 in collaboration with ROSATOM and Energy of the Future. The festival offered hands-on activities, including a DIY Science Session where participants built tall towers and Nuclear Quest, an interactive challenge exploring atomic structures, clean energy, and Arctic technologies. A lecture, Nuclear Myths Busted, by NPCIL scientist Dr. A. P. Jayaraman explained radiation with demonstrations. Attendees also learned about AstroSat UVIT and discussed nuclear technologies’ role in improving daily life for students and the public.
Festival held 3–4 December 2025 in Mumbai
Focus on nuclear science and innovation
Includes DIY towers and Nuclear Quest
Dec 04, 2025
Alaknanda: An Ancient Milky Way‑Like Galaxy Found by Indian Scientists
Pune, 4 December 2025: Indian scientists announced the discovery of a galaxy named Alaknanda, ancient and massive with clear spiral arms. Formed about 1.5 billion years after the Big Bang, it is notable for its well‑defined structure, reminiscent of the Milky Way. National Centre for Radio Astrophysics researchers, led by Yogesh Wadadekar of TIFR, described the galaxy as a rare find offering insights into early galaxy formation. The discovery broadens knowledge of cosmic evolution and demonstrates India’s growing role in space science collaboration and radio astronomy.
Discovery of galaxy Alaknanda by Indian scientists.
Galaxy formed about 1.5 billion years after Big Bang.
Spiral arms clearly visible; resembles Milky Way.
Lead researcher: Yogesh Wadadekar, NCRA‑TIFR.
Advances India’s role in space science.
India Wins Medals at the International Junior Science Olympiad 2025
Sirius, 4 December 2025: India won two gold and four silver medals at the 22nd International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO), held in Sirius, Russia. The six‑member Indian team included Aadish Jain (Haryana), Anmol Kumar (Punjab), Asmi Imandar (Maharashtra), Sai Sarvan Muvvala (Telangana), Ruhan Mohanty (Bhubaneswar), and Tejas SV (Tamil Nadu). Aadish and Anmol won gold medals, while the other four secured silver. The event gathered participants from 24 countries, with theory and practical rounds. The performance reflects India’s growing strength in junior science and STEM education on a global stage.
India wins 2 gold, 4 silver at IJSO 2025.
Team members include Aadish Jain and Anmol Kumar with gold medals.
Event held in Sirius, Russia; 24 countries participated.
Competition included theory and experiments.
Highlights India’s strength in junior science education.
Dec 02, 2025
Chandigarh Hosts Curtain-raiser to IISF
Panchkula is set to host the 11th India International Science Festival (IISF 2025) at the Dussehra Ground from Dec 6 to 9. A curtain-raiser to the mega science fest was held at the Met Centre in Chandigarh's Sector 39. The aim was to generate awareness and public excitement about IISF 2025.
The festival, one of the country's largest science outreach events, aims to celebrate science, promote innovation, and provide a platform for students, researchers, industry experts, and the general public to interact with leading scientific organisations.tnn
This year's IISF 2025 theme, 'Vigyan Se Samruddhi: For Aatmanirbhar Bharat', celebrates the power of science and innovation in building a self-reliant, prosperous India.
Wipro Acquires HARMAN's Digital Transformation Solutions Unit
IT services company Wipro's $375-million acquisition of HARMAN's Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit wasa completed following regulatory nods.
The acquisition of DTS marks a significant milestone in Wipro's commitment to advance AI capabilities, engineering innovation and R&D excellence.
Under the agreement, more than 5,600 DTS employees, including senior leadership, across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, will move to Wipro.
NCPOR Becomes the Anchor of India's Polar and Oceanic Exploration
The National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) has become the anchor of India's polar and oceanic exploration, said Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju, Governor of Goa, while speaking at the Antarctica Day celebrations at the NCPOR campus at Vasco-da-Gama. Antarctica Day is celebrated worldwide to commemorate the signing of the Antarctica Treaty on December 1, 1959. The treaty designates Antarctica as a continent exclusively reserved for peace and scientific research.
The Governor, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, also released a special commemorative postage stamp marking the Silver Jubilee of the establishment of the NCPOR.
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