The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has established a cybersecurity centre to promote innovation in fields such as Internet of Things (IoT) security, quantum security and cryptography. This centre, called Centre for Cybersecurity, Trust and Reliability, aims to enhance India’s ability to deal with cyber threats. 

Dr Ajit Kumar Mohanty, chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission and secretary of the Department of Atomic Energy, inaugurated Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE), the largest imaging Cherenkov telescope in Asia, on October 4. This telescope is situated at a height of around 4,300mts in Hanle, Ladakh, and will help scientists study numerous celestial phenomena such as supernovae. 

As a tribute to the former chairman of the Tata Group, Ratan Tata, the University of Oxford, UK, has planned to name a building after him. This building will be constructed by Somerville College, University of Oxford and Tata Group and will include numerous amenities such as study areas, seminar rooms and reception rooms. 

To reduce accidents and enhance road safety, scientists at the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences in Bengaluru have developed a road safety sensor using a new polymer nanocomposite. This sensor detects pressure and sends warning signals to vehicles and can be placed in areas where accidents are likely. 

The All India Pickleball Association (AIPA) has organised the World Pickleball Championship (WPC) in Mumbai from November 12 to 17. The event is expected to boost the popularity of pickleball, a game that includes the features of badminton, table tennis and tennis, in India.