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Study finds a way to predict when cracks would develop in paint, clay, milk and blood Sub : Sci Sec : Miscellaneous Why in NEWS A new study have shown clay’s drying process reveals a fascinating shift in elasticity, from liquid to pliable solid to brittle material. Key highlights and context Crack Prevention […]
The various challenges associated with AI-driven genetic testing Sub: Sci Sec : Awareness in IT Why in NEWS AI has facilitated genetic information processing at higher speed, but this rapid analysis amplifies the risk of data security breaches and leaks. The Human Genome Project (HGP) The Human Genome Project, a 13-year public initiative […]
Trump slaps 25% tariff on imports from Canada, Mexico; additional 10% duty for Chinese goods Sub: Eco Sec: External sector Context: U.S. President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on key trading partners Canada, Mexico, and China. The rationale behind the move was to address what Trump described as a “major threat” posed by […]
Daily Prelims Notes 3 February 2025 Table Of Contents Trump slaps 25% tariff on imports from Canada, Mexico; additional 10% duty for Chinese goods The various challenges associated with AI-driven genetic testing Study finds a way to predict when cracks would develop in paint, clay, milk and blood A malfunctioning valve has stalled […]
Gyan Bharatam Mission Sub: Scheme Sec: Art and Culture A new special mission announced in the Union Budget 2025-26, focused on the survey, documentation, and conservation of India’s manuscript heritage. It aims to cover over one crore manuscripts. Scope: The mission targets manuscripts held by academic institutions, museums, libraries, and private collectors across […]
Dengue early warning system predicts risk two months in advance Sub: Science Sec: Health Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, in collaboration with other institutions, has developed an early warning system for dengue. The system predicts potential dengue outbreaks more than two months in advance. It uses observed temperature, rainfall, and humidity […]
India’s Nuclear Energy Mission Sub: Sci Sec: Nuclear Why in News The Union Budget 2024-25 has proposed a ₹20,000 crore ‘Nuclear Energy Mission’ to develop Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) in India. Key Budget Provisions for Nuclear Energy: Financial Allocation for the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE): Estimated expenditure for 2025-26: ₹24,049 crore. Expected […]
What citizenship laws do countries follow? Sub: Polity Sec: Constitution Context: President Donald Trump, in his second term, issued an executive order restricting birthright citizenship in the U.S. The order has been temporarily blocked by a federal judge but, if implemented, will deny automatic citizenship to children born to illegal immigrants and temporary […]
Border Fencing Dispute Between India and Bangladesh Sub : Geo Sec: Indian Mapping Why in News In January 2025, tensions escalated between India and Bangladesh over security measures along their shared border, particularly regarding fencing. India-Bangladesh Border: India shares its longest international border with Bangladesh, spanning 4,096.7 km. This border passes through five […]
China’s Breakthrough in AI: The Rise of Deep Seek Sub : Sci Sec: Awareness in IT Why in News China has made significant advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) with the launch of DeepSeek, a series of Large Language Models (LLMs) developed by High-Flyer, a Chinese hedge fund. About DeepSeek: In April 2023, High-Flyer […]