Current Affair Category: Science & Technology

Why in news ? the Kerala government to officially declare Bacillus subtilis as the “State Microbe.” Kerala has become the first state in the country to grant a microorganism the status of a state symbol. This move moves away from the traditional definition of development (roads, bridges, investments) and emphasizes ecology and microbiology. The declaration […]

  Why in New ? The news highlights a growing concern in India, specifically in Tamil Nadu, regarding the illegal sale and health risks of oral nicotine pouches. Doctors and regulators are calling for a total ban as these products gain popularity through online platforms. Here are the key points from the report: 1. The […]

Why in the News? The Union Health Ministry has launched a special vaccination campaign targeting 14-year-old girls across India. The Target: Approximately 1.15 crore (11.5 million) girls aged 14 will be vaccinated annually. The Vaccine: The government is using Gardasil (a quadrivalent vaccine) provided free of cost at government health centers (Ayushman Arogya Mandirs). The […]

Why in News ? The inauguration of the full 82 km Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat (RRTS) corridor by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is more than just a transportation milestone—it is a blueprint for India’s future urban evolution. By connecting Delhi’s Sarai Kale Khan to Modipuram, this high-speed arterial network is officially launching India into the era […]

The launch of the SAHI and BODH initiatives at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 marks a pivotal shift toward a regulated, ethical, and high-tech healthcare ecosystem in India. Under the aegis of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), these frameworks are designed to bridge the gap between rapid AI innovation and patient […]

Bharat-VISTAAR (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources) is a farmer-centric, AI-powered Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) designed to be the “UPI of Agriculture.” It provides a single digital gateway for end-to-end farming support. Inauguration: February 17, 2026 (Jaipur, Rajasthan). Launched By: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma. Backbone: Built […]

A study in Nature recently revealed a way around this challenge. Instead of crafting a therapy for every mutation, researchers from the Broad Institute, Harvard University, and the University of Minnesota have developed a method to address many nonsense mutation diseases using a single genome-editing strategy. Their approach, called Prime-Editing-mediated Readthrough of premature Termination codons […]

Why in News ? This investigative report highlights a shift in the security landscape, marking what officials describe as India’s first major bioterrorism plot involving a highly lethal biological agent. The case of Dr. Ahmed Mohiyuddin Saiyed is particularly significant because it moves beyond traditional explosives or firearms, entering the realm of specialized chemical/biological warfare. […]

Removal of the “Google Tax” India has already moved to dismantle its standalone digital services taxes: The Equalisation Levy (EL): The 6% levy on online advertising (often called the “Google Tax”) was abolished effective April 1, 2025, via the Finance Bill 2025. E-commerce Levy: A separate 2% levy on non-resident e-commerce operators had already been […]

India’s Advancements in Astronomy and Space Research India is enhancing its astronomy and space research capabilities with significant budget allocations and new projects. The budget has earmarked  Rs 13,416.20 crore for the Department of Space for 2026-27, prioritizing deep-space exploration and astrophysics. Key Projects and Allocations: Development of the 30-m National Large Optical-Infrared Telescope and the National Large […]