Current Affair Category: Science & Technology

Introduction: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently revealed the four astronauts designated for India’s maiden crewed space mission, Gaganyaan. This groundbreaking initiative marks a significant milestone in India’s space exploration journey. Let’s delve into the current status of the mission and its various components. The Astronaut Team: Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, […]

Introduction: Google DeepMind’s latest creation, Genie, represents a groundbreaking advancement in AI technology, poised to revolutionize the gaming industry by empowering users to fashion their own virtual universes. This article delves into the intricacies of Genie, elucidating its capabilities and significance. Understanding Genie: Genie, conceived by Google DeepMind, is an innovative AI model designed to […]

Introduction: National Science Day, observed on February 28th, marks a pivotal moment in scientific history – the announcement of the discovery of the “Raman Effect” by physicist Sir CV Raman. This designation by the Government of India in 1986 pays tribute to Raman’s groundbreaking contribution to science. The Man Behind the Discovery: Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman, […]

Introduction: The Genome India project, a groundbreaking endeavor aimed at mapping the genetic landscape of the Indian population, holds immense promise in unraveling genetic predispositions to diseases and advancing tailored treatments. Recently, the government-backed initiative achieved a significant milestone by successfully sequencing 10,000 whole genomes of healthy individuals from diverse regions across the country. Let’s […]

Background Researchers have unveiled Garbhini-GA2, an innovative artificial intelligence (AI) model tailored specifically for India. This model aims to accurately ascertain the gestational age of foetuses during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. Development and Collaboration Garbhini-GA2 is the outcome of collaborative efforts between the Indian Institute of Technology Madras and the Translational Health […]

Introduction to Large Language Models (LLMs) In the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), the conversational prowess exhibited by Generative AI models owes its existence to a critical component known as the Large Language Model (LLM). Exploring Large Language Models (LLMs) Large language models (LLMs) represent a category of AI programs adept at text recognition and […]

In a significant development, the BharatGPT group has introduced ‘Hanooman,’ a groundbreaking series of large language models (LLMs) proficient in responding across 11 Indian languages, including Hindi, Tamil, and Marathi, with plans for further expansion. Led by IIT Bombay in collaboration with seven other prestigious Indian engineering institutes, the initiative, announced on Tuesday, is backed […]

Introduction: The recent amendments to the Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020, spearheaded by the Ministry of Power, aim to catalyze the adoption of rooftop solar power, enhance consumer empowerment, and facilitate the integration of electric vehicles (EVs) into the electricity grid. These amendments, introduced on February 22, usher in pivotal changes that streamline processes, […]

Introduction: Google has unveiled Gemma, its latest open artificial intelligence (AI) offering, aiming to provide accessible AI models while adhering to strict principles of responsibility. This move comes hot on the heels of OpenAI’s Sora making headlines recently, showcasing the rapid evolution within the AI landscape. What is Gemma? Gemma represents a family of lightweight, […]

Introduction: The recent moon landing by Odysseus, a spacecraft developed by Intuitive Machines, signifies a pivotal moment in space exploration, marking the second private company to achieve such a feat following Chandrayaan-3. This event, occurring fifty-two years after the last Apollo mission, heralds the dawn of private enterprise on the lunar surface. Odysseus’ Mission: Utilizing […]