Current Affair Category: Science & Technology

Why in News ? In 2026, tech leaders (like Intel) are using advanced strain engineering to push the boundaries of AI hardware. As we try to build smaller, more powerful AI chips, strain engineering is one of the most important tools to ensure the chips don’t overheat and can process data at incredible speeds. What […]

Syllabus: GS3 – Science & Technology (Environment & Ecology) Context: Recent research published in Science has mapped the global distribution of AM fungi, highlighting their critical role as “invisible” carbon sinks in the Earth’s ecosystem. Strategic Vision: AM Fungi Overview: Definition: These are essential soil fungi that establish a mutually beneficial symbiotic relationship with the […]

Why in news: Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh recently hailed the indigenous “Project Kusha” air defence system as a transformative asset for India’s security. During the inauguration of the Advanced Weapon System Complex at the Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) in Hyderabad, he described the project as a “game-changer” that will provide an impenetrable […]

Why in News? Kerala Outbreak: The state of Kerala is currently witnessing a significant outbreak of Bacillary Dysentery (Shigellosis). Case Statistics: Health authorities have confirmed 85 cases this year, with at least 34 new cases reported in June alone. Public Health Concern: The highly contagious nature of the infection, particularly among children, has prompted state-wide […]

Why in news? The Taiwanese military conducted its first-ever live-fire exercise using U.S.-supplied HIMARS (High Mobility Artillery Rocket System) launchers directed toward the Taiwan Strait on June 10, 2026. This demonstration is critical because it signals Taiwan’s shift toward asymmetric warfare—a strategy designed to make any potential Chinese amphibious invasion as costly, difficult, and unpredictable […]

Why in News? The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has extended the deadline for receiving comments and counter-comments on its Consultation Paper regarding the “Regulatory Framework for Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Communication.” New Deadline: 04.06.2026 (for written comments) and 18.06.2026 (for counter-comments). What is V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) Communication? V2X is a communication technology that allows a vehicle […]

The development of Ensitrelvir (also known as Xocova/S-217622) represents a significant milestone in virology. Beyond its immediate use as an oral antiviral against COVID-19, it serves as a foundational tool for addressing the broader sub-family of Betacoronaviruses.  What are Betacoronaviruses? Classification: A genus of viruses within the family Coronaviridae. Characteristics: Enveloped, positive-strand RNA viruses that […]

Why in the News? India as a Global Hotspot: According to a report ,India has emerged as a major hub for collecting first-person “egocentric” data to train advanced robotics and embodied AI systems. Privacy and Job Security Concerns: The surge in this data collection method has triggered significant concerns regarding workers’ privacy and the long-term […]

Global Context & Strategic Significance: The nature of modern conflict has shifted from conventional attrition to asymmetric, tech-driven warfare. Rise of Asymmetric Warfare: Low-cost First-Person View (FPV) drones act as massive force multipliers. They enable smaller nations or non-state actors to neutralize high-value conventional military assets at a fraction of the cost. Lessons from Global […]

What is the Core News?: Scientists from the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) in Ahmedabad have published a new study in The Astrophysical Journal (May 2026). By analyzing data from Chandrayaan-3’s unexpected ‘hop’ (jump) experiment, they have revealed groundbreaking insights about the layers of the lunar soil. What was the ‘Hop’ Experiment?: The Event: On September […]