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European Union’s New AI Rules Ignite Battle Over Data Transparency Sub: Science and tech Sec: Awareness in IT and Computer Overview: New AI Laws: The European Union (EU) has introduced a new set of laws governing the use of artificial intelligence (AI), aimed at increasing transparency about the data used to train AI […]
DGFT Pushes for Continuation of Interest Equalisation Scheme for Exporters Sub: Economy Sec: External Sector Overview: Current Status: The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) is advocating for the extension of the interest equalisation scheme for exporters, which is due to expire on June 30. Objective: The scheme allows exporters to access bank […]
India-Made TB Diagnostics Tech Wins Acclaim at World Health Assembly Sub: Science and tech Sec: Health Overview: Technology: The Truenat platform, a rapid molecular test for diagnosing pulmonary, extrapulmonary, and rifampicin-resistant tuberculosis (TB). Developer: Goa-based Molbio Diagnostics. Recognition: Acclaimed at the 77th World Health Assembly in Geneva. Key Points: About Truenat: Launch Year: […]
Rapid Diagnostic Test for UTIs May Help Stem Superbug Crisis Sub: Science and tech Sec: Health Overview: Technology: PA-100 AST System by Sysmex Astrego. Recognition: Winner of the £8 million Longitude Prize on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). Key Points: The PA-100 AST System: Function: Rapid, point-of-care test for urinary tract infections (UTIs). Mechanism: Utilizes […]
Physical Research Laboratory Scientists Find Three New Craters on Mars Surface Sub: Science and tech Sec: Space sector Key Points: Discovery: Scientists from the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) in Ahmedabad have discovered three new craters on Mars. The craters are located in the Tharsis volcanic region on Mars. Approval and Naming: The International […]
World Will Amass ‘Major’ Oil Surplus by 2030: International Energy Agency Sub: Economy Sec: External Sector Key Points: Forecast by IEA: The International Energy Agency (IEA) predicts a significant surplus of oil by 2030 due to increased production and tempered demand driven by the clean-energy transition. Demand and Supply Projections: Global Demand: Expected […]
India is world’s second largest emitter of nitrous oxide Sub: Environment Section: Pollution India’s Nitrous Oxide (N2O) Emissions: India is the second-largest emitter of N2O, contributing nearly 11% of global man-made emissions in 2020, behind China at 16%. The top five country emitters by volume of anthropogenic N2O emissions in 2020 were China […]
Four new studies report progress towards long-awaited HIV vaccine Sub: Science and tech Sec: Health Discovery of AIDS: 1981: Michael Gottlieb, an assistant professor at UCLA Medical Centre, aimed to teach immunology to a post-doctoral fellow. He published a paper on these cases in “Morbidity and Mortality Weekly” which was the first report […]
Portable Optical Atomic Clock for Maritime Applications Sub: Science and tech Sec: Nuclear sector A recent study published in Nature introduces a groundbreaking portable optical atomic clock designed for use on ships. This innovative clock, while trading some accuracy for portability and robustness, still surpasses existing vessel-borne timekeeping options in precision. Importance of […]
The International Year of Quantum Science and Technology Sub: Science and tech Sec: Awareness in IT and Computer The United Nations has proclaimed 2025 as the “International Year of Quantum Science and Technology.” This initiative aims to increase public awareness and understanding of quantum science and its applications through year-long, worldwide activities. The […]