Finland has discovered a massive geothermal energy source capable of powering the nation for an estimated 20 million years, positioning it as a global leader in sustainable energy. The country’s first geothermal heating plant in Vantaa reduces emissions by 95% and aligns with Finland’s carbon neutrality goals for 2030. Despite challenges like deep drilling technology … Read more
AnemiaPhone is an innovative technology developed by researchers at Cornell University to provide quick, accurate, and low-cost detection of iron deficiency, a major cause of anaemia. This technology has been transferred to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to support its efforts in combating anaemia and improving maternal and child health in India. Key … Read more
MirrorFace, also known as Earth Kasha, is a China-linked cyber threat actor responsible for a prolonged campaign of cyber-attacks targeting Japanese organizations and individuals since 2019. Identified by Japan’s National Police Agency (NPA) and the National Center of Incident Readiness and Strategy for Cybersecurity (NISC), MirrorFace is believed to be a subgroup of the Chinese … Read more
China has become the world’s second-largest holder of lithium reserves, rising from 6% to 16.5% of global totals, following major discoveries in Tibet and Xinjiang. Key sites include a 2,800 km spodumene belt and significant salt lake resources, now the third-largest globally. These developments reduce China’s reliance on imports, strengthen its role in renewable energy … Read more
Haiti experienced a surge in gang violence in 2024, with over 5,600 deaths, thousands injured or kidnapped, and widespread atrocities, including massacres and lynchings. Gangs control much of Port-au-Prince, exploiting the nation’s political instability. Despite a Kenyan-led police mission supported by the U.S. and UN, violence persists. The UN highlighted impunity and corruption as major … Read more
India’s first Organic Fisheries Cluster was launched in Soreng District, Sikkim, by Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh under the PMMSY initiative, promoting sustainable, chemical-free aquaculture aligned with Sikkim’s organic farming practices. NABARD will provide financial and technical support, empowering farmers, boosting eco-friendly fish production, and tapping into global organic markets. Additionally, 50 projects worth ₹50 … Read more
