Source: The post is based on the article “Coming: cyborg cockroaches to help in urban search-rescue missions” published in Indian Express on 9th September 2022. What is the News? An international team of researchers has devised a system that can create cyborg cockroaches. What are Cyborg Cockroaches? Cyborg Cockroaches are part insect and part machine.… Continue reading Coming: cyborg cockroaches to help in urban search-rescue missions
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.
Third stealth frigate of project 17A ‘Taragiri’ launched
Source: The post is based on the article “Third stealth frigate of project 17A ‘Taragiri’ launched” published in The Hindu on 12th September 2022. What is the News? Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) has launched Taragiri, the third stealth frigate of Project 17A. What is Taragiri? It is the third stealth frigate of Project 17A.… Continue reading Third stealth frigate of project 17A ‘Taragiri’ launched
Dolphin, porpoise: First time, avian flu is seen in cetaceans
Source: The post is based on the article “Dolphin, porpoise: First time, avian flu is seen in cetaceans” published in Indian Express on 10th September 2022. What is the News? A bottlenose dolphin found dead in a Florida canal had tested positive for a highly virulent strain of bird flu known as Eurasian H5N1. Earlier,… Continue reading Dolphin, porpoise: First time, avian flu is seen in cetaceans
President of India launches Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan
Source: The post is based on the article “President of India launches Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan” published in PIB on 9th September 2022. What is the News? The President of India has virtually launched the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan to reinvigorate the mission of TB elimination from the country by 2025. … Continue reading President of India launches Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan
DRDO & Indian Army successfully conduct six flight-tests of Quick Reaction Surface to Air Missile system off Odisha coast
Source: The post is based on the article “DRDO & Indian Army successfully conduct six flight-tests of Quick Reaction Surface to Air Missile system off Odisha coast” published in PIB on 8th September 2022 What is the News? Defence Research and Development Organization(DRDO) and the Indian Army have successfully completed six flight tests of the… Continue reading DRDO & Indian Army successfully conduct six flight-tests of Quick Reaction Surface to Air Missile system off Odisha coast
Argentina’s mystery pneumonia outbreak finally identified as Legionellosis disease
Source: The post is based on the article “Argentina’s mystery pneumonia outbreak finally identified as Legionellosis disease” published in Down To Earth on 6th September 2022 What is the News? A mysterious pneumonia outbreak in Argentina has been identified as Legionellosis disease. What is Legionellosis disease? Legionellosis is a pneumonia-like illness that varies in severity… Continue reading Argentina’s mystery pneumonia outbreak finally identified as Legionellosis disease
QIMINGXING 50: China’s fully solar-powered, semi-satellite drone, explained
Source: The post is based on the article “China’s fully solar-powered, semi-satellite drone, explained” published in Indian Express on 8th September 2022 What is the News? China’s first fully solar-powered unmanned aerial vehicle named “QIMINGXING 50” has successfully completed its maiden test flight with all onboard systems functioning optimally. What is QIMINGXING 50? QIMINGXING 50… Continue reading QIMINGXING 50: China’s fully solar-powered, semi-satellite drone, explained
Explained | Content moderation on Wikipedia
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained | Content moderation on Wikipedia” published in The Hindu on 8th September 2022 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Wikipedia?3 What control mechanisms exist for content on Wikipedia?4 How does the Wikimedia Foundation control Wikipedia?5 Can the Wikimedia Foundation be held responsible for the content… Continue reading Explained | Content moderation on Wikipedia
iNCOVACC: Bharat Biotech’s intra-nasal COVID vaccine gets emergency use approval
Source: The post is based on the article “Bharat Biotech’s intra-nasal COVID vaccine gets emergency use approval” published in PIB on 7th September 2022 What is the News? Bharat Biotech International Limited (BBIL) gas announced that iNCOVACC (BBV154) vaccine has received approval under Restricted Use in Emergency Situation for ages 18 and above. What is… Continue reading iNCOVACC: Bharat Biotech’s intra-nasal COVID vaccine gets emergency use approval
Lumpy skin disease is not a normal viral outbreak. A coordinated effort is needed
Source: The post is based on the article “Lumpy skin disease is not a normal viral outbreak. A coordinated effort is needed” published in Indian Express on 7th September 2022. What is the News? Lumpy skin disease(LSD) has infected around 11.25 lakh cattle, caused nearly 50,000 deaths and spread to 165 districts in 12 states.… Continue reading Lumpy skin disease is not a normal viral outbreak. A coordinated effort is needed
