NASA and ISRO prepare to launch joint space mission Subject : Science and Tech Section: Space technology Context The collaborative effort between NASA and ISRO i.e. NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) mission, is on track for its scheduled launch in the first quarter of 2024. About the Mission The Joint Collaboration: NISAR is […]
Centre considers access to anonymised data of big tech firms Subject : Science and Tech Section : Awareness in IT Context: Centre is considering issuing a directive to big tech companies to share anonymised personal data in their possession with a government-backed database. More about the news: The Indian government is reportedly considering […]
How does an electric battery work and what are the different types? Subject :Science and Tech Section :Msc Context: Electric batteries have become an integral part of modern life, enabling the widespread use of motorization and wireless technology. About Batteries Batteries are devices that store and release electrical energy, acquired by converting other […]
How GPS anklet work Subject: Science and Tech Section: Awareness in IT Context: For the first time in India, a prisoner in J&K has been given bail on condition that his movements are monitored constantly. More about the news: In a first-of-its-kind initiative in India, a prisoner in Jammu and Kashmir, Ghulam Mohammad […]
Remission of diabetes, desirable, but not essential Subject: Science and Tech Section: Health Context: It may not be possible to make India ‘diabetes free’, but a ‘diabetes complications free India’ is within reach. Introduction Recently, the concept of a reversal of diabetes has become very popular. Several commercial organisations have jumped on the […]
World’s biggest bank, China’s ICBC, hit by ransomware Subject : Science and Tech Section: Awareness in IT Context: World’s biggest bank, China’s ICBC, hit by ransomware More about the news: The US branch of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) experienced a ransomware attack, causing minimal disruption to trades in the […]
Pursuing Fusion Power Subject : Science and Tech Section: Nuclear energy What is Nuclear Fusion: The process of nuclear fusion involves the fusion of two atomic nuclei to create a single, heavier nucleus, resulting in a substantial release of energy. These reactions necessitate conditions beyond room temperature, requiring significant energy input to facilitate […]
Health benefits of functional foods Subject: Science and Tech Section: Health About: Functional foods are defined broadly as foods that provide more than simple nutrition they supply additional physiological benefit to the consumer. Some examples are oats, and millets like bajra, ragi, jowar, and soya proteins, besides the fruits. A brief about Millets: Millet is a collective term that includes several small-seeded grasses such as sorghum, pearl millet, finger […]
EUCLID Telescope Subject : Science and Tech Section: Space technology Context: Euclid mission for investigating dark matter & dark energy shares its first images Some facts about Euclid Space Telescope: It derives its name from the Greek mathematician Euclid of Alexandria. This mission was part of ESA’s Cosmic Vision programme, aimed at exploring […]