Source: The post is based on the article “Low-cost perovskite solar cells with superior thermal and moisture stability developed indigenously by Indian scientists” published in Department of Science and Technology’s website. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Perovskite?3 What are Perovskite Solar Cells(PSC)?4 What have the scientists developed? What is the News? Indian scientists… Continue reading Low-cost perovskite solar cells with superior thermal and moisture stability developed indigenously by Indian scientists
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.
How gaps in cloud system configuration could expose sensitive user data
Source: The post is based on the article “How gaps in cloud system configuration could expose sensitive user data” published in The Hindu on 17th July 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is cloud storage?3 Why do companies use cloud storage?4 What are the benefits and risks associated with Cloud Storage?5 Who is liable… Continue reading How gaps in cloud system configuration could expose sensitive user data
Chandrayaan-3 | India’s third lunar odyssey begins with perfect launch
Source: The post is based on the article “Chandrayaan-3 | India’s third lunar odyssey begins with perfect launch” published in The Hindu on 15th July 2023 What is the News? Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch the highly anticipated Chandrayaan-3 mission to the moon from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.… Continue reading Chandrayaan-3 | India’s third lunar odyssey begins with perfect launch
Proposed National Research Foundation looks to tap CSR to address funding concerns
Source: The post is based on the article “Proposed National Research Foundation looks to tap CSR to address funding concerns” published in The Hindu on 14th July 2023 What is the News? The National Research Foundation(NRF) has been approved by the Cabinet. But there are concerns over its autonomy and its funding structure. What is… Continue reading Proposed National Research Foundation looks to tap CSR to address funding concerns
Scientists say the ‘Anthropocene epoch’ began in the 1950s: What it means, significance
Source: The post is based on the article “Scientists say the ‘Anthropocene epoch’ began in the 1950s: What it means, significance” published in Indian Express on 13th July 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Anthropocene epoch?3 What is the Anthropocene Working Group (AWG)?4 What did the Anthropocene Working Group (AWG) find out?5… Continue reading Scientists say the ‘Anthropocene epoch’ began in the 1950s: What it means, significance
Low-energy-consuming switchable smart windows developed based on novel architecture for confining liquid crystals
Source: The post is based on the article “Low-energy-consuming switchable smart windows developed based on novel architecture for confining liquid crystals” published in PIB on 13th July 2023 What is the News? Researchers have developed a novel technique for confining liquid crystals in an architecture known as hierarchical double networks of polymers. This technique can… Continue reading Low-energy-consuming switchable smart windows developed based on novel architecture for confining liquid crystals
Chandrayaan-3 launch: What are the different kinds of moon missions?
Source: The post is based on the article “Chandrayaan-3 launch: What are the different kinds of moon missions?” published in Indian Express on 12th July 2023 What is the News? The Chandrayaan-3 mission is India’s third lunar mission and second attempt to make a soft landing on the surface of the Moon. It is one… Continue reading Chandrayaan-3 launch: What are the different kinds of moon missions?
Union Minister inaugurates ‘SAGAR SAMPARK’ Differential Global Navigation Satellite System to Strengthen Maritime sector
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Minister inaugurates ‘SAGAR SAMPARK’ Differential Global Navigation Satellite System to Strengthen Maritime sector” published in PIB on 12th July 2023 What is the News? The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has inaugurated the indigenous Differential Global Navigation Satellite System (DGNSS) called ‘SAGAR SAMPARK’. What… Continue reading Union Minister inaugurates ‘SAGAR SAMPARK’ Differential Global Navigation Satellite System to Strengthen Maritime sector
What is the National Research Foundation?
Source: The post is based on the article “What is the National Research Foundation?” published in The Hindu on 12th July 2023 What is the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the introduction of the National Research Foundation (NRF) Bill in Parliament. What is the National Research Foundation (NRF)? The National Research Foundation(NRF) was one… Continue reading What is the National Research Foundation?
Understanding solar flares: How explosions on Sun’s surface can lead to radio blackouts
Source: The post is based on the article “Understanding solar flares: How explosions on Sun’s surface can lead to radio blackouts” published in Down To Earth on 6th July 2023 What is the News? The Sun emitted an X-class solar flare disrupting radio communications over parts of the United States and the Pacific Ocean. What… Continue reading Understanding solar flares: How explosions on Sun’s surface can lead to radio blackouts
