Luna25 will not affect Chandrayaan: Russian space agency Subject : Science and Technology Section: Space technology Context: Russia’s Roscosmos launched Luna 25, stating that its moon landing wouldn’t affect India’s Chandrayaan-3, launched earlier, since they’re landing in different areas on the moon and there’s enough space for both missions. Launch and Agencies: Roscosmos, […]

    No safe harbour for Google on misuse of trademark: Delhi HC Subject : Science and technology Section: IPR Context: The Delhi High Court Thursday ruled that Google’s use of trademarks as keywords under its Ads Programme may lead to infringement, making it ineligible for safe harbour status. Details: This means Google will be […]

    India’s TB problem Subject : Science and technology Section: Health What is Tuberculosis: Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious airborne bacterial disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. . TB commonly affects the lungs (pulmonary TB) but can also affect other parts (extrapulmonary TB) Tuberculosis spreads from person to person through the air, when people who […]

    An immortal cell line and reparation, 70 years later Subject: Science Technology Section: Biotechnology  Context: The U.S. biotech company Thermo Fisher Scientific came to an agreement with the family of Henrietta Lacks after 70 years, whose cancer cells were removed from her without her permission when under treatment in a hospital in Maryland. […]

    The obesity drugs waiting to hit the market Subject: Science and Technology Section: Health Context: Novo Nordisk’s recent study demonstrates that its obesity drug Wegovy provides significant cardiovascular benefits in addition to its highly effective obesity treatment capabilities. Companies like Novo Nordisk, Eli Lilly, and Pfizer are actively pursuing a share in the […]

    Soon, AI will allow you make a UPI payment using voice Subject: Science and technology Section: Awareness in IT  Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is looking to make the United Payments Interface (UPI) more user-friendly by incorporating AI-driven conversational capabilities. Conversational Payments for Seamless UPI Experience RBI introduces AI-driven conversational feature […]

    Indian GPS NavIC to be linked to Aadhaar enrolment devices Subject: Science And technology Section: Space technology  NavIC Satellite Navigation for Aadhaar Enrolment Devices NavIC, India’s satellite navigation system, replacing American GPS in Aadhaar kits. Department of Space (DoS) facilitating field trials and technical input for device procurement. NavIC: India’s Independent Satellite Navigation […]

    Can SMRs help India achieve net zero? Subject: Science and technology Section: Nuclear Technology What are the challenges of decarbonization in the power sector? Transitioning from fossil fuels to clean energy faces challenges due to existing infrastructures and energy demands. While solar and wind are essential, their intermittency and energy storage challenges need […]

    Develop indigenous Web browser, grab cash prizes Subject: Science and technology Section: Awareness in IT and Computers Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology is providing cash incentives totaling ₹3.4 crore for developers who create an indigenous Indian web browser that holds global potential. Challenges in Web Browsing Landscape: India’s lack of […]

    India takes first step to remove animals from drug testing Subject: Science and technology Section: Biotechnology Purpose of the New Drugs and Clinical Trial Rules (2023) Amendment: The amendment, passed by the Government of India, aims to eradicate animal usage in drug research, prioritizing non-animal and human-relevant approaches. Researchers are now empowered to […]