Source: The post is based on the article “India captures the rare Aurora lights on camera for the first time” published in Livemint on 5th May 2023 What is the News? The Indian Institute of Astrophysics in Bengaluru has captured a rare occurrence of aurora in Ladakh, India, on camera. This is the first time… Continue reading India captures the rare Aurora lights on camera for the first time
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.
Metavalent chemical bond holds key to enhance the thermoelectric performance in quantum materials
Source: The post is based on the article “Metavalent chemical bond holds key to enhance the thermoelectric performance in quantum materials” published in PIB on 3rd May 2023 What is the News? Researchers have found that Metavalent bonding can be used to tailor the thermoelectric performance in quantum materials and efficiently convert waste heat to… Continue reading Metavalent chemical bond holds key to enhance the thermoelectric performance in quantum materials
Smart gel-based sheet can form 3D Printed Conduit helping non-invasive nerve repair
Source: The post is based on the article “Smart gel-based sheet can form 3D Printed Conduit helping non-invasive nerve repair” published in PIB on 3rd May 2023 What is the News? Scientists have developed a new smart gel-based sheet using three-dimensional (3D) printing technology. This gel-based sheet can self-roll into a tube during surgery to… Continue reading Smart gel-based sheet can form 3D Printed Conduit helping non-invasive nerve repair
Highly pathogenic bird flu virus puts Centre on alert
Source: The post is based on the article “Highly pathogenic bird flu virus puts Centre on alert” published in The Hindu on 4th May 2023 What is the News? The World Economic Forum(WEF) in its latest paper on pandemic and preparedness has warned that India is at “risk and vulnerable” to the ongoing outbreaks of… Continue reading Highly pathogenic bird flu virus puts Centre on alert
The ever expanding medicinal uses and properties of psychedelic substances
Source: The post is based on the article “The ever expanding medicinal uses and properties of psychedelic substances” published in The Hindu on 2nd May 2023 What is the News? Psychedelic drugs banned in India under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act are emerging in research as promising ways to treat treatment-resistant depression and… Continue reading The ever expanding medicinal uses and properties of psychedelic substances
Ludhiana gas leak leads to 11 deaths: What are neurotoxins and how do they affect humans?
Source: The post is based on the article “Ludhiana gas leak leads to 11 deaths: What are neurotoxins and how do they affect humans?” published in Indian Express on 2nd May 2023 What is the News? Around 11 people have died due to a gas leak in Punjab. According to the air quality sensors used… Continue reading Ludhiana gas leak leads to 11 deaths: What are neurotoxins and how do they affect humans?
Despite availability of funds, patients with rare Fabry Disease yet to be given treatment, says support society
Source: The post is based on the article “Despite availability of funds, patients with rare Fabry Disease yet to be given treatment, says support society” published in The Hindu on 1st May 2023 What is the News? Lysosomal Storage Disorders Support Society has sought the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare’s immediate intervention for… Continue reading Despite availability of funds, patients with rare Fabry Disease yet to be given treatment, says support society
G7 nations agree on ‘risk-based’ artificial intelligence regulation
Source: The post is based on the article “G7 nations agree on ‘risk-based’ artificial intelligence regulation” published in The Hindu on 1st May 2023 What is the News? The G7 Digital and Tech Ministers meeting was held in Takasaki, Japan. What is G7? Click Here to read What are the key highlights from the G7… Continue reading G7 nations agree on ‘risk-based’ artificial intelligence regulation
WHO launches ‘The Big Catch-Up’ to restore immunization progress lost during pandemic
Source: The post is based on the article “WHO launches ‘The Big Catch-Up’ to restore immunization progress lost during pandemic” published in Down To Earth on 27th April 2023 What is the News? Several public health organizations have come together to launch The Big Catch-up Initiative. What is the Big Catch-up Initiative? Launched by: World… Continue reading WHO launches ‘The Big Catch-Up’ to restore immunization progress lost during pandemic
A new mission for quantum computers, and what it means for India
Source: The post is based on the article “A new mission for quantum computers, and what it means for India” published in Indian Express on 25th April 2023 What is the News? Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved the ₹6,003 crore National Quantum Mission (NQM). What are Quantum Computers? Click Here to read Properties of… Continue reading A new mission for quantum computers, and what it means for India
