Avian Influenza in Animals Sub : Sci Sec: Health Why in News India has reported its first case of avian influenza (bird flu) among animals. The Union Ministry of Animal Husbandry has issued directives to all states to quarantine infected tigers and other feline species to prevent the transmission of the H5N1 virus […]
Cowpea Seeds Sprout in Space Sub: Sci Sec: Space sector Why in News The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted two groundbreaking experiments: Sprouting of cowpea seeds (lobia/thattapayaru) in space. Operation of India’s first robotic arm in space. Cowpea Seed Germination in Space: Experiment Name: CROPS (Compact Research Module for Orbital Plant […]
Rajagopala Chidambaram: A Legacy of Scientific Excellence and Nuclear Prowess Sub : Sci Sec: Nuclear sector Why in News Dr. Rajagopala Chidambaram, a stalwart of India’s nuclear program and former Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission, passed away on January 4, 2025, at Jaslok Hospital in Mumbai. Key Contributions: Chidambaram was instrumental in […]
Monitoring the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV): India’s Preparedness Amid China’s Outbreak Sub : Sci Sec: Health Why in News The Union Health Ministry is closely monitoring reports of a rise in Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in China. Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV): Discovered in 2001 by Dutch researchers. Belongs to the Pneumoviridae family, which includes Respiratory […]
Obesity: The Silent Epidemic of Non-Communicable Diseases Sub: Sci Sec: Health Why in News Obesity has emerged as a global epidemic, significantly contributing to the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases. India, with its unique obesity trends and increasing childhood obesity, is grappling with the socio-economic and […]
Injectable Hydrogel: A Breakthrough in Targeted Cancer Treatment Sub : Sci Sec: Health Why in News Indian researchers from IIT-Guwahati and the Bose Institute, Kolkata, have developed an innovative injectable hydrogel designed for localized cancer treatment. About Injectable Hydrogel: The hydrogel is an advanced polymer-based material that serves as a stable reservoir for […]
Indian Navy to Induct Three Advanced Frontline Platforms Sub: Sci Sec: Defence Why in News The Indian Navy is set to commission three advanced frontline platforms on January 15, 2025, at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. These platforms include: The sixth and final Scorpene-class submarine, Vagsheer. The fourth and final Project-15B stealth destroyer, […]
The IAF’s Fighter Jet Modernization Dilemma Sub: Sci Sec: Defence Why in News The Indian Air Force (IAF) faces significant challenges in modernizing its fighter jet fleet amidst China’s rapid advancements in military aviation technology. Recently, China unveiled two stealth fighter jets and other high-tech platforms, underscoring the widening technological gap between the […]
ISRO’s POEM-4 Mission Sub: Sci Sec: Space sector Why in News The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) announced the successful deployment of 10 hosted payloads by non-government entities (NGEs) on the POEM-4 module of ISRO’s PSLV-C60/SpaDeX mission. This marks a significant milestone in boosting private sector involvement in India’s space […]