News: Recently, auramine O, a banned synthetic dye, has re-emerged in India’s food chain, highlighting recurring chemical adulteration concerns. About Auramine O Auramine O is a synthetic yellow industrial dye, produced from compounds such as dimethylaniline and formaldehyde. Regulation: It is not approved for use as a food colour in India, the European Union, the… Continue reading Auramine O
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.
Zinc-Ion Batteries
News: Bengaluru scientists have developed a new cathode material that boosts the energy density and stability of eco-friendly zinc-ion batteries, offering a promising alternative to lithium-ion batteries. About Zinc-Ion Batteries Zinc-ion batteries (ZIBs) are rechargeable energy storage devices that use zinc ions (Zn²⁺) to transfer charge between the electrodes. Components and Working Mechanism Anode: The… Continue reading Zinc-Ion Batteries
Radio Galaxies
News: Researchers have successfully recreated the complex structure of the newly discovered Twin Radio Galaxies (TRGs), revealing insights that are transforming our understanding of the physics behind the jets emitted by these systems. About Radio Galaxies Radio galaxies are galaxies that emit exceptionally strong radio waves, far brighter than typical galaxies. Their radio emission comes… Continue reading Radio Galaxies
BIRSA 101
News: India launched India’s first indigenous “CRISPR” based gene therapy for Sickle Cell Disease. About BIRSA 101 BIRSA 101 is India’s first indigenous CRISPR-based gene therapy. Aim: It is developed specifically for treating Sickle Cell Disease, a condition that heavily affects India’s tribal population. Named after: The therapy is named BIRSA 101 in honour of… Continue reading BIRSA 101
Revised Insurance Framework of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)
News: The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare announced revised PMFBY cover for wild animal attacks and paddy inundation from Kharif 2026. About Revised Insurance Framework of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) The revised framework expands crop insurance to cover localised damage from wild animal attacks and paddy inundation. The modalities follow PMFBY Operational… Continue reading Revised Insurance Framework of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)
Sentinel-6B Satellite
News: Recently, Sentinel-6B, an ocean-tracking Copernicus satellite, was launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. About Sentinel-6B Satellite It is an ocean-tracking satellite with six science instruments launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. Joint mission: It is a joint mission between the United States’ NASA and NOAA, and the European Space Agency… Continue reading Sentinel-6B Satellite
Asbestos
News: Asbestos contamination has led to the closure of over 70 public schools in Australia due to the discovery of tremolite asbestos in colored sand products. About Asbestos Asbestos is a fibrous material naturally present underground in rock and soil. Physical Features: Asbestos is known for its strength and highly flexible and durable. It is… Continue reading Asbestos
ARKA GKT-1
News: Azimuth AI and Cyient Semiconductor announced the launch of ‘ARKA GKT-1’. It is billed as India’s first-generation intelligent-power platform-on-a-chip designed for high-efficiency edge AI and smart energy applications. About ARKA GKT-1 ARKA GKT-1 is India’s first-generation intelligent-power platform-on-a-chip designed specifically for high-efficiency edge AI and smart energy applications. Developed by: Azimuth AI and Cyient… Continue reading ARKA GKT-1
Precision Biotherapeutics
News: India’s Department of Biotechnology and BIRAC have identified Precision Biotherapeutics as a key focus area under the BioE³ Policy (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment). About Precision Biotherapeutics Precision biotherapeutics refers to medical interventions that are designed according to a patient’s genetic, molecular, or cellular profile. These therapies focus on correcting the root cause… Continue reading Precision Biotherapeutics
Escapade Mission
News– Recently, Blue Origin has successfully launched Nasa’s highly anticipated Escapade mission to Mars. About Escapade Mission The ESCAPADE (Escape and Plasma Acceleration and Dynamics Explorers) mission is NASA’s first coordinated multi-spacecraft orbital science mission to Mars. It involves twin orbiters, Blue and Gold, designed to take simultaneous observations from different locations around Mars. The… Continue reading Escapade Mission
