The Antikythera Mechanism has been described as the world’s first analog computer since it was found in a shipwreck off the coast of Greece in 1901, but until now, we don’t know exactly how it was configured inside. The Anticythera Mechanism – a fragmentary chronographic artifact discovered in a Roman shipwreck in 1901, has been called the world’s first analog machine since the day of its discovery. However, its internal dynamics have remained mysterious for the last 2000 years. One of the first major pieces of research with the new method was conducted by scientists at the University of Glasgow using experimental archeology in conjunction with the findings of Chris Budiselic (Clickspring)’s experimentally constructed Antica Tyrrhenia mechanism. The data were incorporated into the full analysis using Bayesian statistics (first developed to detect gravitational waves). The end result of this interdisciplinary research confirmed that this device was constructed and calibrated to track the lunar calendar and can give us a glimpse of how ahead of their time the ancient Greek craftsmen were and how advanced they were at the same point in history compared to today’s modern digital computers.

Chris Budiselic helps scientists solve the mystery of world’s oldest computer

According to the University of Glasgow, YouTuber Chris Budiselic, creator of the YouTube channel ‘Clickspring’, can be credited with initiating a breakthrough that arose from his years of documenting efforts to create a true-to-history replica of the Antikythera Mechanism. This process allowed them to provide researchers Graham Vaughan and Joseph Bayley with important physical data, aiding the use of modern statistical models to analyze ancient pieces of the mechanism. His applied experimental archeology provided researchers with baseline data that traditional observational methods have been unable to obtain for more than 100 years.

How scientists mapped a 2,000-year-old ring

Glasgow researchers used Bayesian analysis to determine that the mechanism’s calendar ring had either 354 or 355 holes, as written in The Horological Journal. This method is a statistical analytical method commonly used to analyze gravitational wave signals in space by removing background noise. Their use of this method along with data provided by ClickSpring Replication showed that the calendar was created to follow the Greek lunar calendar, which had 354 days (hereafter an intercalary day). Therefore, it was not a representation of the solar 365-day calendar.

Why was 2,000-year-old computing ahead of its time?

According to this research, the holes in the ring were arranged with a radius of about 77.1 millimeters with a radial variation of only 0.028 millimeters, which indicates that the ancient Greeks were probably able to apply very sophisticated segmentation machinery or geometric techniques. These results prove that technological advancements were far more advanced than previously thought, and mechanical computing was significantly more advanced than it was 2,000 years ago.

How the ancient Greeks mechanically coded in bronze with this device

Originally discovered in 1901 off the coast of the island of Antikythera, Greece, the device was built around 60–70 BC, and is now considered the earliest remaining example of analog computing in the world. The Antikythera Mechanism functions as an astronomical calculator, mechanically encoding the solar eclipses and epicyclic motions of the five known planets through carefully calibrated gear tooth geometry.

मुज़फ्फरनगर जिले के पुरकाजी इलाके में उस समय अफरा-तफरी मच गई जब सुबह स्कूल जा रहे बच्चों से भरी वैन में अचानक आग लग गई. यह घटना समसो गांव स्थित आशीष इंग्लिश एकेडमी स्कूल के छात्रों को ले जा रही गाड़ी में घटी, जिससे इलाके में दहशत और चिंता का माहौल पैदा हो गया.

सुबह हुई इस घटना से माता-पिता व ग्रामीण सदमे में आ गये. आग लगते ही गाड़ी के आसपास मौजूद लोग तुरंत मदद के लिए दौड़े और बच्चों को सुरक्षित बाहर निकालने की कोशिश करने लगे.

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घटना के समय खेतों में काम कर रहे ग्रामीण सबसे पहले मौके पर पहुंचे।

प्रत्यक्षदर्शियों के मुताबिक जैसे ही वैन से धुआं उठता देखा तो आसपास के खेतों में काम कर रहे ग्रामीण तुरंत मौके पर पहुंच गए। ग्रामीण बिना देर किए गाड़ी के पास पहुंचे और बच्चों को बाहर निकाला, जिससे बड़ा हादसा टल गया.

ग्रामीणों की तत्परता से स्थिति को नियंत्रित करने में काफी मदद मिली और समय रहते कई बच्चों को सुरक्षित बाहर निकाल लिया गया.

पांच बच्चे और ड्राइवर घायल, अस्पताल में भर्ती

इस घटना में पांच बच्चों और ड्राइवर के घायल होने की जानकारी सामने आई है. ग्रामीणों और स्थानीय पुलिस की मदद से सभी घायलों को तुरंत नजदीकी अस्पताल भेजा गया, जहां उनका इलाज शुरू किया गया.

डॉक्टरों के मुताबिक सभी घायलों की हालत स्थिर बताई जा रही है. समय पर सहायता मिलने से गंभीर क्षति से बचा जा सका।

सूचना मिलते ही पुलिस मौके पर पहुंची और जांच शुरू की

घटना की जानकारी मिलते ही स्थानीय पुलिस तुरंत मौके पर पहुंची और राहत कार्य में मदद की. पुलिस ने गाड़ी को अपने कब्जे में ले लिया है और आग लगने के कारणों की जांच शुरू कर दी है.

प्रारंभिक स्तर पर तकनीकी कारणों की आशंका जताई जा रही है, हालांकि परिवहन विभाग और अग्निशमन विभाग के समन्वय से विस्तृत जांच की जा रही है।

स्कूली वाहनों की सुरक्षा व्यवस्था पर उठे सवाल

इस घटना के बाद एक बार फिर स्कूली वाहनों की सुरक्षा व्यवस्था को लेकर गंभीर सवाल उठने लगे हैं. विशेषज्ञों का मानना ​​है कि स्कूल वैन में नियमित तकनीकी जांच और अग्नि सुरक्षा उपकरणों की उपलब्धता सुनिश्चित करना बेहद जरूरी है।

अभिभावकों ने प्रशासन से स्कूल वाहनों की नियमित जांच अभियान चलाने की भी मांग की है ताकि भविष्य में ऐसी घटनाओं की पुनरावृत्ति को रोका जा सके.

प्रशासन ने परिवहन और अग्निशमन विभाग के साथ संयुक्त जांच शुरू की

पुलिस ने वाहन को कब्जे में ले लिया है और परिवहन विभाग और अग्निशमन विभाग के अधिकारियों के साथ घटना के कारणों की जांच शुरू कर दी है. अधिकारियों का कहना है कि तकनीकी रिपोर्ट आने के बाद ही आग लगने का वास्तविक कारण स्पष्ट हो सकेगा।

जांच पूरी कर आवश्यक कानूनी कार्रवाई सुनिश्चित की जाएगी।

पुरकाजी क्षेत्र के सैमसो गांव में बच्चों से भरी स्कूल वैन में आग लगने की यह घटना स्कूल परिवहन की सुरक्षा को लेकर एक गंभीर चेतावनी बनकर सामने आई है. ग्रामीणों और पुलिस की त्वरित कार्रवाई से बड़ा हादसा तो टल गया, लेकिन इस घटना से यह साफ हो गया है कि बच्चों की सुरक्षा से जुड़े मामलों में नियमित निरीक्षण और सतर्कता बेहद जरूरी है.

Today, April 11, is a very special day for all of us. It is the birth anniversary of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule, one of India’s greatest social reformers and a mentor for generations. This year, the occasion is even more significant, as it marks the beginning of his 200th birth anniversary celebrations. Mahatma Phule was a great reformer. Furthermore, his life was one of moral courage, restless inquiry and unwavering commitment to social good. Mahatma Phule is remembered for the institutions he created and the movements he led. At the same time, his contribution to our civilizational journey lies in the hope he inspired, the confidence he instilled and the ideas that continue to give strength to millions of people across the country. Born in 1827 in the great state of Maharashtra, Mahatma Phule rose from humble beginnings. But his early difficulties never came in the way of his education, his courage or his commitment to society. This is a trait that has always stayed with him: no matter what the challenges are, one must work hard, gain knowledge and mitigate those challenges rather than doing nothing about it. Right from his school days, young Jyotirao had a highly inquisitive nature and became an avid reader, often reading far more books than was expected of children of his age. Years later, he said, “The more questions we pose, the more knowledge comes out of them.” Obviously, the spirit of exploration that he had since childhood remained constant in his journey. Throughout his life, learning and education became central to Mahatma Phule’s mission. He recognized with rare clarity that knowledge is not a privilege to be protected, but the power to share. At a time when many were deprived of the joy of learning, she opened pioneering schools for girls and those deprived of formal education. He used to say, “Whatever improvement comes in children through the mother is very valuable.” Therefore, if schools are to be opened, they should first be opened for girls.” She worked to create a new social imagination in which the classroom became an instrument of justice and equality. His approach towards education inspires us a lot. Over the last decade, we have worked to make research and innovation the cornerstone of India’s youth. Efforts are being made to create an ecosystem where young minds are encouraged to question, explore and innovate. By investing in knowledge, skills and opportunity, India is empowering its youth to become problem-solvers and drivers of national progress. Due to his knowledge and intelligence, Mahatma Phule developed a strong understanding of areas such as agriculture, health care and rural development. He often used to say that injustice towards our farmers and workers weakens our society. He saw how social inequalities manifested in daily life, whether in the fields or villages. Therefore, he threw himself into ensuring dignity for the poor, the downtrodden and the marginalized. At the same time, he made every possible effort to maintain social harmony. Mahatma Phule said, “True freedom cannot be achieved unless equal rights are given to everyone in the society.” And to do this, they created institutions that implemented this vision and contributed to a just society. The Satyashodhak Samaj founded by him was one of the most important social reform movements in modern India. It was at the forefront of social reform, community service and advancing human dignity. It became an effective voice for women, youth and people living in villages. This movement reflects Mahatma Phule’s inner belief that society can be strengthened by keeping justice, respect for every individual and the spirit of collective progress at its core. His personal life also teaches courage. Always working and being among people took a toll on his health. But even the most serious health challenges did not diminish his resolve. After suffering a debilitating stroke, he continued to work and fulfill his dream. Yes, his body was tested, but his commitment to society was not successful. For millions of people today, especially those who gain courage from struggle, it is one of the most powerful aspects of their lives. No memory of Mahatma Phule can be complete without a respectful mention of Savitribai Phule, who was herself one of the greatest reformers of our country. As one of India’s pioneering women teachers, she played a pivotal role in advancing girls’ education, giving them the opportunity to pursue their dreams. After the demise of Mahatma Phule, Savitribai carried that torch forward and in 1897, during the plague outbreak, she served the victims with such devotion that she herself contracted the disease and lost her life. Our land has been blessed time and again by great men and women who have strengthened society through thought, sacrifice and work. He did not wait for change to come from somewhere else. They became its source. For hundreds of years in our land, calls for social betterment have often arisen from within society itself, from those who could see suffering clearly and refused to accept it as fate. Mahatma Jyotirao Phule was one such voice. I remember my visit to Pune in 2022, when I paid homage to Mahatma Phule at the grand statue of him in the city. As we mark the beginning of his bicentenary year, the most fitting tribute to Mahatma Jyotirao Phule is about renewal. Renewing our commitment to issues close to their hearts like education. Renewing our sensitivity to injustice. Renewing our belief that society can reform itself from within. His life tells us that the power of community when combined with moral clarity and public purpose can do wonders in India. This is the reason why he gives strength to millions of people even today. This is why his words and actions inspire hope even today. And that is why, almost two hundred years after his birth, Mahatma Jyotirao Phule remains not a figure of the past, but a guide for India’s future. (The author is the Prime Minister of India)

विशेष न्यायाधीश सीबीआई मदन राम की अदालत ने किसान क्रेडिट कार्ड (केसीसी) घोटाले में उत्तराखंड ग्रामीण बैंक के पूर्व प्रबंधक और एक किसान को सजा सुनाई है। पूर्व मैनेजर को चार साल की कैद और 50,000 रुपये का जुर्माना लगाया गया. वहीं, किसान को एक साल कैद और 30 हजार रुपये जुर्माने की सजा सुनाई गई है.

New Delhi: Rajasthan Royals A breathtaking innings from young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi led the Royal Challengers Bangalore to a comfortable six-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bangalore. Chasing 202, the 15-year-old played a brilliant inning of 78 runs in just 26 balls including seven sixes, helping his team complete the target in just 18 overs. While most teenagers of his age are busy with examinations, Suryavanshi lit up the stadium with fearless hitting, completing his half-century in just 15 balls.