News: Among the scientific experiments to be conducted by astronauts onboard the International Space Station (ISS) include the one that will examine the revival, survival, and reproduction of tardigrades in space. Tardigrades. About Tardigrades They are also known as “water bears” as they are robust aquatic animals that have been around for roughly 600 million… Continue reading Tardigrades
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.
India to build first-ever indigenous Polar Research Vessel (PRV)
News: India to build first-ever indigenous Polar Research Vessel with Norwegian firm. India to build first-ever indigenous Polar Research Vessel (PRV) A PRV is a ship which serves a platform for research in the polar regions (areas surrounding the North and South Poles). It can also help scientists undertake research in the ocean realm. MoU:… Continue reading India to build first-ever indigenous Polar Research Vessel (PRV)
World’s first fusion-fission hybrid nuclear power plant
News: China has announced the construction of Xinghuo, the world’s first fusion-fission hybrid nuclear power plant, marking a historic leap in nuclear energy technology. World’s first fusion-fission hybrid nuclear power plant. About World’s first fusion-fission hybrid nuclear power plant The project is located on Yaohu Island in Jiangxi Province of China. It is strategically chosen… Continue reading World’s first fusion-fission hybrid nuclear power plant
Nanozyme
News: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc.) have developed an artificial metal-based nanozyme that can potentially be used to clamp down on abnormal blood clotting caused by conditions like pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE). Nanozyme About Nanozyme A nanozyme is a nanomaterial that exhibits enzyme-like catalytic activity, meaning it can mimic the functions of natural… Continue reading Nanozyme
Bharat Gen
News: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launches ‘Bharat Gen’ – India’ s first of its kind Indigenously developed government funded AI based Multimodal LLM for Indian Languages at BharatGen Summit. Bharat Gen. About Bharat Gen Bharat Gen is India’s first of its kind indigenously developed government funded AI based Multimodal LLM for Indian Languages. Aim:… Continue reading Bharat Gen
Vitamin B9
News: Nearly 41 per cent of urban adolescents in government schools across north India suffer from folate or vitamin B9 deficiency, which might be affecting their growth and development, according to a recent study by the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). Vitamin B9 About Vitamin B9 Vitamin B9 is also known as Folate or… Continue reading Vitamin B9
Battery Aadhaar Initiative
News: Tata Elxsi, with partners like Tata Motors and IIT Kharagpur, introduced Battery Aadhaar to government stakeholders, aiming to provide batteries with secure digital identities for better traceability. Battery Aadhaar Initiative. About Battery Aadhaar Initiative It is a digital identification system for batteries, leveraging secure, blockchain-backed technologies to ensure full traceability throughout their lifecycle. Aim:… Continue reading Battery Aadhaar Initiative
Mango: Chemistry, Culture & History
News– This article, published in the Indian Express, explores the mango- cherished across South Asia for millennia—for its cultural, political, and culinary significance, from Buddha’s parables to Mughal orchards. Mango: Chemistry, Culture & History About Mango’s Chemistry and Aroma Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are responsible for the characteristic aroma of mangoes. Key VOCs include: Esters… Continue reading Mango: Chemistry, Culture & History
Dark Factory
News: Tata Sons Chairman N. Chandrasekaran, in the TCS Annual Report FY2025, highlighted a major shift in IT and business services toward autonomous operations, driven by AI agents and robots enabling ‘dark factories’. About Dark Factory A Dark Factory (also known as Lights-Out Manufacturing) refers to a fully automated production facility. These factories operate without… Continue reading Dark Factory
Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics
News: Indian researchers celebrate 2025 breakthrough prize in fundamental physics for award-winning CERN experiments. Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics. About Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics The Award was founded in 2012 by physicist Yuri Milner. Objective: To recognize those individuals who have made profound contributions to human knowledge. It is open to all physicists –… Continue reading Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics
