News: India achieved a major milestone in its civil nuclear programme as the 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam attained criticality, marking the start of a controlled nuclear chain reaction. About Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) The Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor is India’s first fast breeder reactor, a nuclear reactor that produces more… Continue reading Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR)
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.
BioNEST
News: Union Minister for Science and Technology inaugurated the BIRAC-BioNEST Incubation Centre at “Central Food Technology & Research Institute” (CFTRI). About BioNEST BioNEST (Bioincubators Nurturing Entrepreneurship for Scaling Technologies) is a dedicated scheme to create globally competent bio-incubation facilities across the country. Launched by: It was launched by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC). … Continue reading BioNEST
Measles
News: Bangladesh launched an emergency vaccination campaign targeting more than a million children as a fast-spreading measles outbreak sweeps across the nation. About Measles Measles is an infection of the respiratory system, immune system and skin. It is also known as morbilli. Caused by: It is caused by the measles virus (MV), a paramyxovirus of… Continue reading Measles
Mission MITRA
News: India’s four Gaganyaan astronauts began Mission MITRA, which is a high-altitude test in Ladakh. About Mission MITRA Mission MITRA stands for Mapping of Interoperable Traits and Response Assessment. It is a first-of-its-kind team behavioural study to examine the physiological, psychological, and operational dynamics of Crew and ground teams functioning in a high-altitude environment. Aim:… Continue reading Mission MITRA
Nuclear Fusion
News: Researchers and investors are investing billions in nuclear fusion as a potential green energy source, but a Nature Energy study warns that cost assumptions may misguide investments. About Nuclear Fusion Nuclear fusion is a process where light atomic nuclei combine to release a large amount of energy. Process: Two light nuclei are brought very… Continue reading Nuclear Fusion
TAK-003 Dengue Vaccine
News: TAK-003 dengue vaccine received clearance from Subject Expert Committee under Drugs Controller General of India for individuals aged 4 to 60 years. About TAK-003 Dengue Vaccine TAK-003 (commonly known as ‘Qdenga‘) is a tetravalent dengue vaccine designed to protect against all four dengue virus serotypes 1, 2, 3, and 4. Developed by: The vaccine… Continue reading TAK-003 Dengue Vaccine
OPU–IVF–ET technology and Cattle Breeds
News: The Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Bareilly, has successfully produced five healthy Sahiwal calves, including a female, through test-tube embryo transfer (OPU–IVF–ET) technology. About OPU–IVF–ET technology The ‘OPU–IVF–ET’ technology stands for ‘Ovum Pick-Up (OPU) and In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Embryo Transfer. Mechanism of technology In this process, mature eggs are collected from animals using… Continue reading OPU–IVF–ET technology and Cattle Breeds
Extracellular RNA (exRNA)
News: In a study, scientists reported that extracellular RNA (exRNA) from bacteria can persist in disinfected drinking water. About Extracellular RNA (exRNA) Extracellular RNA (exRNA) are RNA that exists outside cells. They are found in body fluids such as blood, saliva, urine, and cerebrospinal fluid. They are heterogenous populations including small (e.g., miRNA) and long… Continue reading Extracellular RNA (exRNA)
CALM-Brain
News: CALM-Brain was launched on March 25, 2026 as India’s first digital repository on psychiatric disorders to advance research, diagnosis, and treatment. About CALM-Brain CALM-Brain is a first-of-its-kind open-source digital repository on brain structure and function in psychiatric disorders. Developed by: It has been developed by the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences… Continue reading CALM-Brain
Coordination Polymers—Zn(DAB) and Cd(DAB)
News: Indian scientists developed coordination polymers Zn(DAB) and Cd(DAB) showing strong performance in energy storage and green hydrogen production. About Coordination Polymers – Zn(DAB) and Cd(DAB) Zn(DAB) and Cd(DAB) are coordination polymers made of zinc (Zn2+) or cadmium (Cd2+) metal ions and organic molecules of 3,3′-diaminobenzidine (DAB) naturally assemble to form layered frameworks with strong… Continue reading Coordination Polymers—Zn(DAB) and Cd(DAB)
