Sub-atomic gun. Why India wants 1 GeV particle accelerator for thorium Sub : Sci Sec: Nuclear sector Context: The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) in India is planning to build a high-powered 1 giga-electron volt (GeV) particle accelerator. This machine will help convert thorium, which is abundantly available in India, into nuclear fuel, […]
Recalling Laika, the first living creature to orbit the earth in Sputnik 2 Sub : sci Sec : space sector Context: On November 3, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 2, marking a significant milestone in space exploration by sending the first living creature into orbit, a dog named Laika. The flight, which […]
First Science Findings from Aditya-L1: A Breakthrough in Solar Research Sub : Sci Sec :Space sector Why in News The Aditya-L1 mission, India’s pioneering space endeavour to study the sun, has delivered its first significant scientific result. This milestone showcases India’s advances in solar research and space technology. About Aditya-L1 Mission: The ADITYA-L1 […]
How Cyber Scams Leverage Social Engineering and Malicious APKs to Defraud Users Sub : Sci Sec :Awareness in IT Why in News Cyber scams involving social engineering and the use of malicious apps have been on the rise in India, resulting in significant financial losses. Scam Mechanism Explained: Initiation: The scam began with […]
WHO’s database on polio cases hides more than it reveals Sub: Sci Sec: Health Context: WHO recently published a report detailing a vaccine-derived poliovirus (VDPV) type-1 case identified from an environmental sewage sample in Kolkata on April 25, 2022. Genetic sequencing indicated that this virus was likely an immune-deficiency associated VDPV (iVDPV) excreted […]
ICMR’s “First in the World Challenge”: A Revolutionary Initiative for Health Innovation Sub: Sci Sec: Health Why in News The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), India’s premier biomedical research body, has announced the “First in the World Challenge.” This groundbreaking initiative aims to inspire Indian scientists to propose transformative, globally unprecedented solutions […]
North Korea’s New ICBM: Propaganda or Strategic Capability? Sub : Sci Sec: Defence Why in News On November 1, 2024, North Korea announced the successful test launch of a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), claimed to be “the world’s strongest.” This announcement has raised concerns and global attention, especially regarding North Korea’s advancing […]
First ‘black hole triple’ system discovered: What does it mean? Sub: Sci Sec: Space sector Context: A recent study has discovered a black hole triple system in space for the first time, located about 8,000 light years away in the constellation Cygnus. The discovery could throw light into the formation of stars. Situated […]
LiDAR Technology: Uncovering Lost Civilizations and Hidden Landscapes Sub : Sci and Tech Sec : Awareness in IT Why in News Scientists recently uncovered a lost Mayan city, obscured for centuries by dense Mexican jungles, using LiDAR technology. This discovery highlights LiDAR’s transformative role in archaeology, enabling researchers to reveal hidden settlements without […]
China’s Advancements in Space: New Crew Sent to Tiangong Space Station Sub : Sci Sec: Space sector Why in News China successfully launched a three-member crew to its Tiangong Space Station on Tuesday, marking a significant step in its competitive space program. As China continues to bolster its presence in space exploration, the […]