News- Astronomers reported a possible first observation of a superkilonova in a study based on telescope and gravitational-wave data. About superkilonova A superkilonova is a proposed cosmic explosion that combines the characteristics of a supernova and a kilonova in a single event. A kilonova occurs when two neutron stars collide, ejecting heavy radioactive elements such… Continue reading Superkilonova
Category: Factly: Science and Technology
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to Science and Technology. You can find all relevant Science and Technology related updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
LVM3-M6 / BlueBird Block-2 Mission
News: In a significant commercial milestone, ISRO’s LVM3-M6 rocket is set to launch a communication satellite for the US-based firm AST SpaceMobile. About LVM3-M6 / BlueBird Block-2 Mission LVM3-M6 / BlueBird Block-2 is a dedicated commercial mission of ISRO’s LVM3 launch vehicle. The mission will launch the BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite of AST SpaceMobile, USA.… Continue reading LVM3-M6 / BlueBird Block-2 Mission
China Tests World-First Wireless Rail Convoy
News: Recently, China successfully tested seven fully loaded freight trains operating together as a single convoy without any physical coupling. About China Tests World-First Wireless Rail Convoy China tested a wireless-controlled freight train convoy that allowed multiple heavy trains to operate together without mechanical connections. Developed by: It is developed by the China Shenhua Energy… Continue reading China Tests World-First Wireless Rail Convoy
Annatto
News: The CSIR–Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR–CFTRI), Mysuru has undertaken four Grant-in-Aid projects on annatto, including post-harvest technologies and Vitamin-E enriched annatto oil development. About Annatto Annatto is a natural food colouring and flavouring agent obtained from the seeds of the achiote tree. It is scientifically known as Bixa orellana. Native to: Annatto is… Continue reading Annatto
Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Tolling System
News: The Union Road Transport Minister informed the Rajya Sabha about the nationwide rollout of the MLFF tolling system by 2026. About Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Tolling System The Multi-Lane Free Flow tolling system is a barrier-free digital toll collection system that allows vehicles to pass toll points without stopping. Initiated by: The system has… Continue reading Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) Tolling System
AH-64E Apache Helicopters
News: The Indian Army received the final batch of three AH-64E Apache helicopters, completing its six-unit Apache squadron at Jodhpur. About AH-64E Apache Helicopters The AH-64E Apache is regarded as the world’s most advanced and lethal attack helicopter and is widely used for reconnaissance, precision strikes, and close air support missions. It is also known… Continue reading AH-64E Apache Helicopters
Jumping Genes
News: Polar bears in southern Greenland are ‘using jumping genes to rapidly rewrite their own DNA’ to survive melting sea ice. About Jumping Genes Jumping genes are segments of DNA that can move from one position to another within the genome. They are scientifically known as transposable elements. They are called jumping genes because they… Continue reading Jumping Genes
India’s First AI-Driven Community Screening Programme for Diabetic Retinopathy
News: India launched its first AI-driven community screening programme for diabetic retinopathy to strengthen early detection and real-time health intelligence. About India’s First AI-Driven Community Screening Programme for Diabetic Retinopathy Launched by: It has been launched by The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS), in collaboration with the Dr. Rajendra Prasad Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences (RPC),… Continue reading India’s First AI-Driven Community Screening Programme for Diabetic Retinopathy
Ekam AI and the SAMBHAV
News: During Vijay Diwas, the Indian Army showcased Atmanirbharta-driven innovations, including homegrown Ekam AI and the SAMBHAV project. About Ekam AI Ekam AI is a fully indigenous and secure artificial intelligence platform designed for sensitive defence environments. Developed by: It is being developed by the Bengaluru-based startup Neuralix, under the iDEX ADITI 2.0 initiative, which… Continue reading Ekam AI and the SAMBHAV
DHRUV64
News: DHRUV64 was launched as India’s first homegrown 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor, marking a key milestone in indigenous semiconductor development. About DHRUV64 DHRUV64 is India’s first homegrown 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor, strengthens the indigenous processor pipeline. Developer : It has been created by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) under the… Continue reading DHRUV64
