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New map of universe may open a window to dark energy Subject: Science and tech Sec: Space Context: An international team of researchers has just released the most comprehensive “three-dimensional” map of the universe, which could reveal some clues about dark energy. More on news: The researchers have published its findings from the […]
Army inducts indigenous Akashteer system Subject: Science and tech Section: Defence Context: The Army has started the induction of control and reporting systems under ‘Project Akashdeep’ to bolster its air defense capabilities. More on news: The deployment of the systems began with flagging off of the first batch of Control Centres from BEL […]
Daily Prelims Notes 5 April 2024 Table Of Contents Army inducts indigenous Akashteer system New map of universe may open a window to dark energy hikes prices of essential medicines again, claims ‘it’s miniscule’ Next generation of medics to lead the fightback against AMR India got Wadge Bank in exchange for Katchatheevu: Tamil […]
Gene involved in cell shape offers clues on left-handedness Subject: Science and tech Section: Msc Context: Notable figures across various fields, such as Lady Gaga, Barack Obama, and Bill Gates, share a common trait of being left-handed, a characteristic found in approximately 10% of the population. Role of the TUBB4B gene: Recent research […]
Holograms, blockchain tech can curb counterfeit drugs Subject: Science and tech Section: Awareness in IT Context: Sheetal Arora, CEO of Mankind Pharma Ltd, advocates the use of holograms and blockchain technology as essential tools to combat counterfeit drugs in the market. Details: Holograms with advanced features and blockchain shipment tracking enhance drug authenticity […]
Israel’s repeated attacks leave Iran in a strategic dilemma Subject: IR Section: Places in news Context: Israel’s Defence Minister Yoav Gallant stated Israel is engaged in a multi-front war, both offensively and defensively. Israel is involved in conflicts with Iran, Syria, Lebanon, Hamas, and Hezbollah forces. Octopus doctrine: Israel identifies Iran as its […]
Zimbabwe’s President Mnangagwa declares national disaster over drought Subject: IR Section: Places in news Context: Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa has declared a national disaster in response to a severe drought crisis. Main affected region: South-western provinces of Matabeleland North and South. African countries facing severe droughts Details: The country requires $2 billion to […]
After Karnataka, Tamil Nadu Moves Supreme Court Seeking To Direct Union To Release Disaster Relief Funds Subject: Polity Section: Msc Context: Tamil Nadu filed a suit in the Supreme Court accusing the Union government of treating the people of the State in a “step-motherly” fashion by delaying the release of disaster relief funds […]
Ring of fire and Taiwan earthquake Subject: Geography Section: Geomorphology Context: 9 people were killed and more than 900 injured after Taiwan was hit by the biggest earthquake in at least 25 years on Wednesday morning. What is the Ring of Fire? The Ring of Fire is essentially a string of hundreds of volcanoes […]
Japan’s economy recovers to full capacity, keeps alive BOJ rate hike prospects Subject: Economy Section: External Sector Japan’s economic output recovered to full capacity for the first time in about four years in the October-December quarter, a positive sign that may allow the central bank to raise interest rates again. What is output […]