Introduction: A Nuclear Vision for Viksit Bharat@2047 As India marches toward its ambitious goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047, energy security stands as a pivotal pillar in the vision of Viksit Bharat . Amid the global climate crisis and rising energy demands, nuclear power has re-emerged as a compelling solution. India’s commitment to achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 is both visionary and necessary—but achieving this requires a strategic shift in policy, participation, and international cooperation. While India’s nuclear energy sector has traditionally been a tightly controlled domain under government monopoly—primarily led by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) and Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) —it is now imperative to welcome private sector investments and foreign partnerships. A reformed nuclear ecosystem can unlock the full potential of atomic energy as a clean, reliable, and scalable contributor to India’s net-zero aspiration...
Newly Discovered Asteroid 2024 YR4: Could It Hit Earth in 2032? In the vast expanse of our solar system, asteroids are constant travelers, remnants of the early days of planetary formation. While most of these space rocks pose no threat to Earth, occasionally, one catches the attention of astronomers and the public alike. Enter Asteroid 2024 YR4 , a newly discovered near-Earth object (NEO) that has sparked discussions about a potential Earth impact in 2032. In this blog, we’ll dive deep into what we know about Asteroid 2024 YR4, the science behind asteroid tracking, the likelihood of an impact, and what it means for humanity. Strap in as we explore this cosmic mystery! What is Asteroid 2024 YR4? Asteroid 2024 YR4 is a near-Earth object discovered in early 2024 by astronomers using advanced telescopic systems designed to track potentially hazardous asteroids. Classified as part of the Apollo group of asteroids, it follows an elliptical orbit that brings it close to Earth’s path aro...