Climate Impact of Space Exploration Sub : Sci Sec: Space sector Why in News The growing reliance on space technology for critical functions like climate monitoring has brought attention to the environmental impact of space activities. Concerns include emissions from rocket launches, depletion of the ozone layer, and orbital debris accumulation, which threaten […]
Webb Confirms the Cosmos is Expanding Faster Than Expected Sub : Sci Sec: Space sector Why in News The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has confirmed findings by the Hubble Space Telescope that the universe is expanding at an unexpectedly rapid rate, termed the Hubble Tension. This raises questions about current cosmological models, […]
Gene Therapy Breakthrough: A One-Time Solution for Haemophilia A Sub : Sci Sec: Space sector Why in News Indian scientists have achieved a significant breakthrough in developing a novel gene therapy for treating severe Haemophilia A. This therapy, reported in the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), demonstrates promising results as a […]
Antimatter Mystery: Cracking the Cosmic Puzzle Sub :Sci Sec: Space sector Why in News A recent study published in August 2024 explores the longstanding mystery of antimatter in the universe. By addressing gaps in the Standard Model of particle physics, the study proposes a new mechanism that could explain the observed matter-antimatter asymmetry, […]
Antibiotic Usage in Livestock Sub :Sci Sec: Health Why in News A recent report has highlighted that India used 114 mg of antibiotics per kilogram of meat in 2020, ranking 30th among 190 countries in antibiotic usage in livestock. This raises significant concerns about antibiotic resistance and its impact on public health and […]
AI-Based Platform Revolutionizes Search for Age-Defying Molecules Sub : Sci Sec: Health Why in News Researchers from the Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Delhi have developed AgeXtend, an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based platform. The platform accelerates the discovery of molecules with geroprotective properties (age-defying characteristics), marking a significant milestone in longevity research. AgeXtend: […]
Advancing Malaria Prevention: Genetically Modified Parasites as a Next-Generation Vaccine Sub : Sci Sec: Biotech Why in News Recent advancements in malaria research have highlighted the use of genetically modified parasites as a novel approach to priming the immune system against malaria. A groundbreaking study demonstrated the efficacy of late-arresting genetically modified parasites […]
Indigenous Nuclear Attack Submarines (SSNs) Sub : Sci Sec: Defence Why in News India’s indigenous nuclear attack submarine (SSN) program has gained attention following approvals for its design and construction phases. The timeline indicates the design phase will take 4-5 years, with the first submarine expected to be ready by 2036-37. This milestone […]
Tushil Commissioned: Strengthening India-Russia Defence Cooperation Sub : Sci Sec: Defence Why in News Defence Minister is on a three-day visit to Russia for the commissioning of Tushil, a stealth guided missile frigate. The visit coincides with the 21st India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military-Technical Cooperation (IRIGCM & MTC), marking a significant […]
Silicosis in India’s Mining Sector Sub : Sci Sec: Health Why in News The National Green Tribunal (NGT) directed the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) to draft new guidelines for granting permissions for silica mining and washing plants. What is Silicosis? A preventable but incurable occupational lung disease caused by inhaling fine silica […]