Scientists have made a surprising discovery that brings us closer than ever to the concept of a ‘Green Mars’ by discovering a species of desert moss – Syntrichia caninervis – that may be able to act as a pioneer in colonizing the Red Planet. A paper published in Innovation (Cell Press) This amazing plant’s abilities to lose over 98 percent of cellular water and completely resume its photosynthetic activity within two seconds of rehydration have been described.This moss has been tested under ‘Mars simulation’ conditions, where it survived extreme temperatures of up to -196 degrees Celsius and received high doses of radiation, which would be lethal to most living organisms on Earth. It was pointed out by Chinese Academy of Sciences This moss is therefore classified as ‘extremotolerant’ and has demonstrated greater survivability than tardigrades, providing a biological model in which to aid future terraforming efforts and sustainable oxygen production on other planets.

This ‘dead’ plant comes back to life in 2 seconds after losing 98% of its water

Syntrichia caninervis has been shown to have almost superhuman powers of survival under complete dehydration. Research published in journal Innovation (Cell Press) Algae have been shown to lose as much as 98 percent of their cellular water and remain dormant for many years. Amazingly, when re-exposed to moisture, this moss can ‘come back to life’ and begin photosynthesis again within two seconds, making it an excellent plant for the dry, dusty conditions of Mars.

ability to survive in adverse conditions

To test its capabilities, scientists placed Kai in a ‘Mars simulation’ chamber, which contained 95 percent air (carbon dioxide), very low atmospheric pressure and very high levels of ultraviolet radiation (UV). according to Chinese Academy of SciencesThe moss survived the conditions for seven days and then regenerated new green branches. The survival rate of this species under these conditions indicates that it has the ability to survive on Mars, where the atmosphere is extremely thin and unbreathable for humans, much better than any other known complex organism.

Beating deep-freeze and radiation

Moss can survive extreme cold and radiation better than any other organism, including tardigrades (water bears). According to the journal The Innovation (Cell Press), the moss was kept at -196 degrees Celsius (in liquid nitrogen) and exposed to 5,000 Gy of radiation for 30 days. Radiation doses of only 5 to 10 Gy are typically lethal to humans, but this moss surprisingly survived up to 5,000 Gy; Therefore, the algae is able to repair its DNA, making it a biological tank that can tolerate the harsh cosmic radiation found in deep space.

laying the groundwork for the future

While the moss cannot be eaten by humans, it is a candidate to become a ‘pioneer species’ for humanity to be able to grow food on Mars in the future. According to experts who were quoted research gateAs the moss grows and then decays, it produces organic material that mixes with the sterile Martian sand (regolith), creating fertile soil over time, giving future colonists the opportunity to grow crops like potatoes or oxygen-producing trees in greenhouses on Mars.

New Delhi: Supreme Court Justice Ujjwal Bhuyan on Sunday said the political executive’s goal of a developed India by 2047 needs more space for debate and dissent without criminalizing it, and erasing “deep social fault lines” reflected in caste-based discrimination and atrocities on Dalits. Addressing the first national conference of the SC Bar Association in Bengaluru, Justice Bhuyan said indiscriminate arrests with nominal punishment under the anti-terrorism law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act cannot be a model of developed India. He said, “My model of developed India is equitable distribution of wealth and elimination of extreme inequality… which is also the goal set out in the Directive Principles of State Policy in the Constitution.” He said in developed India, “the judiciary must remain the judiciary…it cannot be an eternal critic or cheerleader.”‘Low sentences under UAPA reflect overuse, if not misuse, of the law’Presenting the data of people arrested under UAPA from 2019 to 2023, he said that thousands of people have been arrested, but the average conviction rate remained around 5%. He said, “This reflects persistent under-convictions. What does this indicate – (overuse if not misuse of the law) and its impact on the criminal justice system. How much burden does it put on the courts? This shows that the vast majority were arrested but could not be convicted. This indicates that many arrests were made prematurely and in the absence of sufficient evidence.”“With a general conviction rate of 5% or less and acquittal in over 95% of UAPA cases, why should an accused be kept in jail without a charge sheet being filed against him? This cannot be the model of developed India,” Justice Bhuyan said, adding that the plethora of such cases leads to backlog, pendency and delay in justice delivery, along with impacting the general principle of ‘bail is the norm and jail is the exception’.He said that in developed India there should be more space for debate and disagreement. He said, “Debate should not be criminalized. There should be more tolerance towards diverse views. Different views should be respected. There should be more tolerance towards diverse views and criticism.”Justice Bhuyan said that the political executive has set a goal for a developed India. “With the good performance of all key players in the economic and social sector, this is certainly an achievable goal. After all, why will India not remain a developed country for so long? But, he said it is ultimately a political statement, reminding that the political executive had coined catchy slogans like ‘Garibi Hatao’ in the 1970s.“I doubt whether the judiciary, though an organ of the state, but separate and distinct from other organs, should join this bandwagon. Without any disrespect, the appropriate target year for the judiciary should be 2050.”“By then, both our Constitution and the SC will have completed 100 years, which is an important milestone to look back and take stock of how we have traveled here and what is the roadmap ahead,” he said.Referring to the August 1986 SC judgment in the Bijo Emmanuel case, in which the court had ruled in favor of children of the Jehovah’s Witness sect who refused to sing the national anthem in school, Justice Bhuyan said only a courageous judge like O Chinnappa Reddy could have given such a judgment. He said tolerance, which is taught by our tradition and Constitution, should be practiced.On the social imbalance caused by caste-based discrimination as well as atrocities on Dalits, Justice Bhuyan said, “There are deep social fault lines. Developed India cannot tolerate such fault lines.”“Parents cannot insist that their children will not eat food prepared by a Dalit woman. This cannot be a developed India model. We cannot have a developed India when Dalit people are made to stand in corridors and people urinate on them. This cannot be a model of development. The dignity of the individual must be protected.”

उत्तर प्रदेश समाचार: दिल्ली से सटे गाजियाबाद के कौशांबी इलाके में जासूसी से जुड़ा एक बड़ा मामला सामने आया है. पुलिस ने इस मामले में तीन और आरोपियों को गिरफ्तार किया है, जिनमें एक महिला और एक नाबालिग शामिल है. इससे पहले भी कई लोगों को गिरफ्तार किया जा चुका है. जांच में पता चला है कि यह पूरा नेटवर्क संवेदनशील जगहों पर सीसीटीवी कैमरे लगाकर सूचनाएं इकट्ठा करता था और उसे बाहर भेजता था. पुलिस का कहना है कि यह मामला देश की सुरक्षा से जुड़ा है, इसलिए जांच बेहद गंभीरता से की जा रही है. अब तक इस नेटवर्क से जुड़े कुल 18 लोगों को गिरफ्तार किया जा चुका है.

पुलिस की कार्रवाई एवं नये आरोपियों की गिरफ्तारी
पुलिस उपायुक्त नगर/मुख्यालय धवल जयसवाल ने बताया कि खुफिया सूचना के आधार पर 14 मार्च को पहले 6 लोगों को गिरफ्तार किया गया था. इसके बाद जांच आगे बढ़ी और अब तीन और लोगों को गिरफ्तार किया गया है. उनकी पहचान नौशाद अली (मुजफ्फरपुर निवासी) और मीरा (मथुरा निवासी) के रूप में हुई है। इनके साथ एक नाबालिग भी शामिल है. पुलिस सभी से गहन पूछताछ कर रही है.

सोशल मीडिया के जरिए फैला जाल
जांच में पता चला कि नौशाद अली सोशल मीडिया के जरिए अपना नेटवर्क चलाता था. वह अपने ग्रुप में आर्थिक रूप से कमजोर लेकिन तकनीकी जानकार युवाओं को जोड़ता था। उससे संवेदनशील इलाकों की फोटो और वीडियो मांगता था. जबकि मीरा का काम हथियारों की तस्करी करना था, जिसके खिलाफ पहले से ही दिल्ली में मामला दर्ज है.

नाबालिग की भूमिका और पाकिस्तान कनेक्शन
पुलिस के मुताबिक इस नेटवर्क में शामिल नाबालिग दूसरे बच्चों को पैसे का लालच देकर अपने साथ जोड़ता था. वह उनके साथ मिलकर संवेदनशील स्थानों पर सीसीटीवी कैमरे लगवाता था। आरोप है कि इन कैमरों की फुटेज पाकिस्तान में बैठे लोगों को भेजी गई. इससे सुरक्षा एजेंसियां ​​सतर्क हो गई हैं.

सुहैल के खुलासे से पुलिस हैरान
इस मामले में पहले गिरफ्तार किए गए सुहैल ने पूछताछ में बड़ा खुलासा किया है. उन्होंने बताया कि पिछले साल लाल के पास हुए ब्लास्ट की जानकारी उन्हें पहले से थी. इतना ही नहीं, पाकिस्तान से निर्देश मिलने पर वह धमाके के बाद मौके पर गए और वहां से तस्वीरें और वीडियो भी भेजे। पुलिस अब इस पूरे नेटवर्क की गहराई से जांच कर रही है.

New Delhi: Recognizing the “significant impact” of the conflict in West Asia on the global economy and its impact on India, the PM Narendra Modi-led Cabinet Committee on Security on Sunday discussed steps to diversify sources of imports for chemicals, pharma, petrochemicals and other industrial sectors, while relieving fertilizer and coal stocks.“We discussed extensively on short, medium and long-term measures, including ensuring continued availability of fertilizers for farmers, diversifying import sources for key sectors, promoting exports to new destinations and more. We are committed to protecting our citizens from the impact of conflict,” the PM posted on Twitter after the meeting of the panel comprising Home, Defence, Finance and External Affairs ministers.The assessment was that there may not be any significant domestic impact in the immediate term, but there is a need to prepare for the medium and long term. The challenge before policy makers at present is that there is no clarity on when and how the conflict will end.“The ongoing conflict in West Asia will have significant short-, medium- and long-term impact on the global economy and its impact on India was assessed and both immediate and long-term measures were discussed,” an official statement said. Sunday’s meeting was also attended by other ministers, including agriculture, health, chemicals, power, shipping, civil aviation, commerce and industry, I&B, food and civil supplies and railways.While Modi has been in talks with his counterparts from other countries, particularly the Gulf region – which is home to a large Indian diaspora and the source of a large portion of energy imports – this was the first meeting at the CCS level to formulate strategies with an assessment that the impact of the conflict is likely to last for some time.The Prime Minister has suggested a dedicated group of ministers and a panel of secretaries to deal with the issue, which will include detailed stakeholder consultations through regional groups. He has also asked the Center to coordinate with the states to stop black marketing and hoarding.The PM said that conflict is an evolving situation and the entire world is affected in some way or the other. In such a situation, all efforts should be made to protect civilians from the effects of this conflict. An official statement said the PM directed that all organs of the government should work together to ensure minimum inconvenience to citizens.It said that several measures proposed by various ministries will be formulated and implemented in the coming days.At the meeting, Cabinet Secretary TV Somanathan gave a presentation on the global situation and the mitigation measures taken so far and those being planned by various departments. “The expected impact on sectors such as agriculture, fertiliser, food security, petroleum, power, MSMEs, exporters, shipping, trade, finance, supply chain and all affected sectors and measures taken to address it were discussed. “The overall macroeconomic scenario in the country and further measures to be taken were also discussed,” the statement said.

हिमालय की जड़ी-बूटियाँ, शुद्ध हवा और शांति इसे दुनिया का वेलनेस हब बनाती है। मेरा मानना ​​है कि योग उत्तराखंड को वैश्विक आध्यात्मिक पर्यटन के शिखर पर ले जायेगा।

राज्यपाल ने कहा कि योग प्रेम, शांति, भक्ति और वीरता का संदेश है। इस अमृत का सेवन हर व्यक्ति को करना चाहिए। योग का प्रचार-प्रसार देश-विदेश में होना चाहिए। जो भी व्यक्ति शांति और आध्यात्मिकता का अनुभव करना चाहता है उसे उत्तराखंड आना चाहिए। यदि आप योग की दिशा में चलेंगे तो एक समय ऐसा आएगा जब आपका मिलन ईश्वर से होगा। योग एक सूत्र में बांधने का मंत्र है। हमें योग को अपनी दिनचर्या में शामिल करने का संकल्प लेना चाहिए। मुझे विश्वास है कि हमारी आने वाली पीढ़ी पूरे विश्व को योग का पाठ सिखाएगी।

विश्व जल दिवस पर राज्यपाल ने कहा कि जल हमारे विचारों, सोच और हमारी धारणा का भी वाहक है। मनुष्य का संकल्प भी मां गंगा जैसा होना चाहिए, जो आपको, आपके परिवार, समाज और देश को सफलता की ओर ले जा सके। राज्यपाल ने कहा कि प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी ने 2047 तक भारत को विश्व गुरु, विकसित भारत और आत्मनिर्भर भारत बनाने का संकल्प लिया है। योग आज एक वैश्विक जन आंदोलन बन गया है। आज पूरा विश्व अपनी सांस्कृतिक सीमाओं से परे योग को अपना रहा है।

उत्तराखंड: कैबिनेट विस्तार के बाद अब विभागों का बंटवारा; गृह समेत ये विभाग संभालेंगे सीएम, देखें पूरी लिस्ट

कैबिनेट मंत्री सुबोध उनियाल ने कहा कि प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी के प्रयासों से आज योग विश्व के लगभग 144 देशों तक पहुंच चुका है। उस योग की जननी मुनि की रेती, तपोवन और स्वर्गाश्रम (ऋषिकेश) है। इस मौके पर नगर पालिका परिषद मुनि की रेती ढालवाला अध्यक्ष नीलम बिजल्वाण, स्वामी अवधेशानंद गिरि, प्रेम बाबा, उषा माता, नरेंद्रजीत सिंह बिंद्रा आदि मौजूद रहे।

योगाचार्यों का सम्मान किया गया

अंतर्राष्ट्रीय योग महोत्सव के अंतिम दिन विभिन्न संस्थानों के योग छात्रों ने विभिन्न योग मुद्राओं का प्रदर्शन किया। योग प्रेमियों द्वारा सांस्कृतिक कार्यक्रम प्रस्तुत किये गये। कार्यक्रम में महोत्सव में योग सिखाने वाले योगाचार्यों को राज्यपाल द्वारा स्मृति चिन्ह देकर सम्मानित किया गया। राज्यपाल ने विजय छावरिया और डॉ. दीपक पटवर्धन द्वारा लिखित पुस्तक दिव्य अनुभूति बाबा नीम करोली महाराज का विमोचन किया।

Although the concept sounds like science fiction, science is rapidly adopting it. Researchers have begun creating ‘cyborg cockroaches’, living insects equipped with tiny electronic ‘backpacks’ that allow them to navigate areas that are too small or dangerous for humans. The potential application of this discovery in pipeline inspection, where these insects could carry tiny devices to detect leaks, is what makes it so attractive. Cockroaches may soon turn into unlikely heroes in industrial security and infrastructure monitoring due to their innate agility and intelligent sensors.

How ‘cyborg cockroaches’ work in pipeline inspection

The combination of biology and technology is a simple yet effective idea behind this invention. Scientists add lightweight electronic systems to cockroaches. These systems often contain sensors, cameras, and communications equipment. By connecting to the insect’s nervous system, these systems let researchers control its movements remotely.A study on autonomous cockroach bio-robots published on PubMed claims the insects can crawl in dark, tight pipelines while sending data in real time. This is possible by fitting a micro-camera and onboard sensors. Because of this, they are ideal for inspecting pipelines where visibility is poor and access is difficult.Unlike traditional robots, cockroaches naturally adapt to uneven surfaces, tight turns, and narrow spaces. Their ability to carry small payloads while maintaining mobility gives them an edge over traditional inspection devices.

Why are cockroaches ideal for leak detection?

Despite their lack of popularity, cockroaches have evolved into extremely effective survivors. These characteristics are now being used by scientists for useful purposes.According to the research, compared to artificial robots of comparable size, cockroach-based bio-robots offer “better flexibility, larger payload and stronger endurance”. When navigating long, winding pipelines that may contain corrosion, debris or structural irregularities, these features are essential.They can also reach places that are difficult for even the most sophisticated mechanical robots to reach due to their small size. Additionally, research at the University of California has shown that cockroaches can move incredibly fast in small spaces, which served as inspiration for earlier robotic designs.

The technology behind the ‘mini rig’

These cyborg insects carry “miniature rigs”, which are basically tiny sensor packages. These may include:

In some systems, advanced navigational equipment such as distance sensors and inertial measurement units (IMUs) help track. Some systems have advanced equipment such as distance sensors and inertial measurement units (IMUs) to help with track orientation and movement. These tools are really helpful.Additionally, researchers published a study on ScienceDirect about the navigation system. These systems help insects avoid obstacles and recognize that humans are nearby in emergencies.The same techniques used for insects can also be used for pipeline environments. Detecting anomalies in the pipeline environment is really important. Technology can be adjusted for this use. Orientation and speed.

future possibility of bio-robotics in industry

Beyond pipelines, cyborg cockroaches have far-reaching consequences. These hybrid systems have the potential to completely transform the way we respond to dangerous situations, from environmental monitoring to search and rescue operations.According to a research team at Osaka University, these systems successfully traverse difficult terrain by combining millions of years of evolution with technology. Their ability to work in places difficult for humans or machines opens up new possibilities for urban infrastructure and various industries such as oil and gas.As technology improves, swarms of these bio-robots can work together to efficiently cover larger areas and provide real-time data with less risk and cost. Finally, the common cockroach, often viewed as a pest, may soon play an important role in maintaining critical infrastructure. Researchers are changing our understanding of what robots can do by blending engineering with nature, rather than just addressing technical issues.

उत्तर प्रदेश के अमेठी जिले में आयोजित मुख्यमंत्री जन आरोग्य मेले का स्वास्थ्य विभाग के अधिकारियों ने निरीक्षण किया. इस दौरान मुख्य चिकित्सा अधिकारी (सीएमओ) और अन्य प्रभारी डॉक्टरों ने स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं की गुणवत्ता का जायजा लिया. निरीक्षण के दौरान दवाओं की उपलब्धता, साफ-सफाई एवं कर्मचारियों की उपस्थिति पर विशेष ध्यान दिया गया। अधिकारियों ने मरीजों से भी बात की और व्यवस्थाओं की जानकारी ली। जहां भी कमियां मिलीं, वहां जिम्मेदार कर्मचारियों को सख्त चेतावनी दी गई।

सीएमओ ने कई स्वास्थ्य केंद्रों का दौरा किया
अमेठी सीएमओ डॉ.अंशुमान सिंह ने जामो ब्लॉक के प्राथमिक स्वास्थ्य केंद्र हरदोइया और भटगवां का निरीक्षण किया। उन्होंने वहां चल रहे स्वास्थ्य मेले की व्यवस्थाएं देखीं और मरीजों को दी जा रही सुविधाओं का आकलन किया। इस दौरान उन्होंने कुछ मरीजों का खुद इलाज किया और उनकी समस्याएं सुनीं.

अन्य अधिकारियों ने भी निरीक्षण किया
प्रभारी चिकित्साधिकारी डॉ. संतोष सिंह ने संग्रामपुर क्षेत्र के प्राथमिक स्वास्थ्य केंद्र चंदेरिया का निरीक्षण किया। डॉ.सौरभ सिंह ने विशेषरगंज में स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं का जायजा लिया। उन्होंने कर्मचारियों को साफ-सफाई रखने तथा दवाइयों की पर्याप्त उपलब्धता सुनिश्चित करने के निर्देश दिये।

मरीजों को मुफ्त इलाज और दवा मिली
स्वास्थ्य मेले के दौरान चंदेरिया प्राथमिक स्वास्थ्य केंद्र पर कुल 65 मरीजों का पंजीकरण किया गया। विशेषरगंज में 54 मरीजों का स्वास्थ्य परीक्षण किया गया और उन्हें मुफ्त दवाएं दी गईं। इस मेले के माध्यम से लोगों को उनके घर के पास ही स्वास्थ्य सुविधाएं उपलब्ध करायी जा रही हैं।

लापरवाही पर सख्त चेतावनी
निरीक्षण के दौरान जहां भी लापरवाही मिली, संबंधित कर्मचारियों को चेतावनी दी गई। अधिकारियों ने साफ किया कि स्वास्थ्य सेवाओं में किसी भी तरह की लापरवाही बर्दाश्त नहीं की जाएगी और सभी को जिम्मेदारी से काम करना होगा.

लोगों को बेहतर स्वास्थ्य सुविधाएं मिल रही हैं
मुख्यमंत्री जन आरोग्य मेले के माध्यम से लोगों को बेहतर एवं सुलभ स्वास्थ्य सेवाएं उपलब्ध कराने का प्रयास किया जा रहा है। अधिकारियों के नियमित निरीक्षण से व्यवस्था में सुधार हो रहा है और मरीजों को समय पर इलाज व दवा मिल रही है.

(रिपोर्ट:बृजेश मिश्र,अमेठी)

Arsenal’s unfortunate pattern has begun to take shape again, and this time it comes with silverware on the line. Mikel Arteta’s side lost 2–0 to Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley, with Nico O’Reilly scoring twice in four minutes of the second half to decide the game.

For a team leading the Premier League, in the Champions League quarter-finals against Sporting CP, and still in the FA Cup, this was an obvious result. Instead, their quadruple hopes are dashed, and questions about handling big games are back.

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The first half was controlled but flat. Arsenal had more possession but did little with it. The city stood tight and waited for errors.

Just after the hour mark the game turned, and quickly.

Kepa’s scary night at Wembley

Arteta stuck with Kepa Arrizabalaga, who had played every round of the competition. The decision did not work.

Kepa looked uncertain early in the second half when he ran in and fouled Jeremy Doku, earning him a yellow card.

In the 60th minute he made an even bigger mistake. A routine cross slipped through his hands and fell to Nico O’Reilly, who gave City the lead.

After four minutes the score was 2-0. Matthias Nunes delivered a cross and O’Reilly scored again with a clean header.

Arsenal pushed forward but lacked quality in the final third. He hit the bar late on but couldn’t do enough to trouble City.

Kepa’s errors changed the game and Arsenal never recovered.

Nico O’Reilly extends Dream Week

Nico O’Reilly made the difference.

The 21-year-old scored both goals in quick succession to book a place in the final. His first reaction came by reacting to Kepa’s mistake. The second was a well-timed header from Nunes’ cross.

It’s been a strong week for the youngster after joining the England squad and celebrating his birthday.

For Guardiola, this is his fifth League Cup title, the most by any manager in the competition.

City won their first trophy of the season.

Arsenal remain in the race for the Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup titles. But this result ruins their chances of winning it all and the focus turns to how they perform in the deciding games.

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