Current Affair Category: Science & Technology

National Manufacturing Mission Launched: Goal: Strengthen domestic manufacturing and reduce import dependence in critical sectors. Focus Areas: Solar PV cells, EV batteries, wind turbines, high-voltage transmission equipment, and grid-scale batteries. Coverage: Small, medium, and large industries; support for investment, execution plans, and monitoring framework. Support for Clean Energy & Electric Mobility: Policy Support: Aims to […]

 Why in News ? In a significant development for Northeast India, Tripura has become the first state to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) for greater digital inclusion by implementing advanced text-to-speech technology as part of the BHASHINI initiative, according to recent government announcements. About the BHASHINI Platform: BHASHINI (BHASHa INterface for India) is an AI-powered language […]

Why in News ?  the term was recently used in an article. About  Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak (EAST) : It is a significant research facility for nuclear fusion research located in China. It is a part of the country’s efforts to develop sustainable, clean energy through nuclear fusion, which is the process of fusing atomic […]

DeepSeek-V3 and DeepSeek-R1: Why in News?  The stock market experienced a significant dip, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq dropping 3%, its worst performance in two years. This drop was attributed to the rise of the Chinese AI startup, DeepSeek, which recently unveiled its AI models — DeepSeek-V3 and DeepSeek-R1. These models quickly gained global attention, surpassing […]

Why in news ? Following a reported outbreak of Guillain-Barré Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder, in Pune, with 73 cases so far, the Union Health Ministry has now sent a team to the city to assess the situation. What is Guillain-Barré Syndrome? Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is an autoimmune neurological disorder in which a person’s immune […]

Why in news ? A 24-year old woman was awarded the death sentence by a Thiruvananthapuram court which found her guilty of poisoning her boyfriend in 2022 with a chemical herbicide called paraquat. What is Paraquat? Paraquat, also known as paraquat dichloride or methyl viologen, is a widely used herbicide for weed control and crop desiccation. Classified […]

The hidden dangers of Rhodamine B: a global and local perspective Widespread Use: Rhodamine B is a synthetic dye used in industries like textiles, paper, and leather and is known for its fluorescent properties. Health Risks: Studies indicate it can cause DNA damage, mutations, and potentially lead to cancer, with animal research showing tumor development […]

What is  $Trump ? What is memecoin? Donald Trump had emerged as a vocal advocate for cryptocurrency on his recent presidential campaign trail, presenting himself as someone who would advance the interests of the crypto community if elected to power. However, just days into his second term, crypto investors have shown signs of wavering in […]

Crosspathy’ and Maharashtra FDA Directive 1. Maharashtra FDA Directive The Maharashtra Food and Drugs Administration issued a directive allowing homeopathic practitioners with a certificate course in modern pharmacology to prescribe allopathic medications. 2. 2017 Notification on Crosspathy Maharashtra Medical Education and Drug Department issued a notification in 2017 permitting homeopathic practitioners (with Licentiate of the […]

The Rubber Board of India has introduced two significant initiatives, iSNR (Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber) and INR Konnect, as part of its efforts to enhance India’s rubber industry globally and boost domestic production. iSNR (Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber) and INR Konnect The Rubber Board of India has introduced two key initiatives to enhance India’s rubber industry: iSNR (Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber): iSNR […]