Utilizing Pandemic-Era Genomic Labs to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance Sub: Sci Sec: Health Why in News Chairperson of the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, highlighted the potential use of genomic laboratories established during the COVID-19 pandemic to monitor and control Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). Key Points: Genomic testing labs, set up to detect COVID-19 variants, can […]
Successful Launch of India’s GSAT-N2 Satellite by SpaceX’s Falcon-9 Sub: Sci Sec: Space tech Why in News India’s communication satellite, GSAT-N2, was successfully launched into orbit by SpaceX’s Falcon-9 rocket, marking a significant collaboration between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and SpaceX. Key Points: Launch Vehicle: SpaceX’s Falcon-9 rocket. Launch Site: Space […]
India’s Successful Test of a Hypersonic Missile Sub : Sci SEC : DEFENCE Why in News India has successfully conducted a flight test of its first long-range hypersonic missile with a range of 1,500 km, marking a significant technological advancement in defence capabilities. About the Hypersonic Missile The missile has been indigenously developed […]
Enhancing Immunisation Coverage in India: A Strategy to Combat Antibiotic Misuse and Antimicrobial Resistance Sub : Sci Sec : Health Why in News The focus on immunisation and its indirect benefits, especially during the post-pandemic period, has gained attention due to its role in reducing the misuse of antibiotics and combating the growing […]
Nations adopt Jeddah Commitments to accelerate action on AMR Sub: Sci Sec: health Context: The Fourth Global High-Level Ministerial Conference on AMR took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (Nov 15-16, 2024), following momentum from the UNGA High-Level Meeting on AMR in September. Host: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Health, Fahad bin Abdurrahman Al-Jalajel. Participants: […]
New infectious diseases among bees threaten world’s economies Sub: Sci Sec: health Context: A study in Switzerland found 10-times higher viral loads (e.g., deformed wing virus, black queen virus) in wild pollinators when sharing floral resources with managed honey bees. Details: Habitat Loss exacerbates the overlap between wild and managed bees, increasing the […]
Eye donation and corneal transplant Sub: Science and tech Sec: Health Context: World Sight Day is observed every year on the second Thursday of October. In 2024, it falls on October 14. This day is marked by the International Agency for Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) to raise awareness about vision-related issues and the […]
India and Japan Collaborate on Advanced Naval Technology with UNICORN Masts Sub : Sci Sec : Defence Why in News India and Japan have recently signed a significant agreement for the co-development of the UNICORN mast technology. This development marks a crucial milestone in defence cooperation between the two nations and showcases Japan’s […]
Rising Diabetes Cases in India: An Urgent Call for Comprehensive Prevention Efforts Sub : Sci Sec : Health Why in News On International Diabetes Day, a recent global study highlighted the alarming rise in diabetes cases worldwide, with India emerging as the nation with the highest diabetic population. This has sparked concerns among […]
The Discovery of Insulin and the Eternal Flame of Hope Sub: Sci Sec : Health Why in News World Diabetes Day, observed on November 14 each year, commemorates the birth anniversary of Sir Frederick Banting, the co-discoverer of insulin. This date is a tribute to one of the most significant medical discoveries that […]