Synopsis: The Government of India has categorised the Delta Plus variant as a ‘variant of concern’. What is Delta+ variant? The Delta variant formerly known as B.1.617.2 is believed to be the most transmissible variant of Covid -19 yet. It has been initially detected in India. The Delta plus variant (B.1.617.2.1 or AY.1) has been formed due to a mutation in the Delta variant. A mutation means… Continue reading Govt labels Delta-plus ‘variant of concern’, urges caution
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.
Work begins on “Krivak or Talwar stealth frigates”
What is the News? The Vice-Chief of the Naval Staff has inaugurated the construction of the second frigate of the Krivak or Talwar stealth frigates. These are being built with technology transfer from Russia by Goa Shipyard Ltd(GSL). About Krivak or Talwar stealth frigates: Krivak or Talwar stealth frigates are a series of frigates and… Continue reading Work begins on “Krivak or Talwar stealth frigates”
Govt launches “Project O2 for India” to increase supply of medical oxygen
What is the News? The Government of India has launched the ‘Project O2 for India’. About Project O2 for India: Project O2 for India is an initiative of the Office of Principal Scientific Adviser, Government of India(GoI). Purpose: The project aims to: Step up production of medical oxygen to meet the potential increase in demand… Continue reading Govt launches “Project O2 for India” to increase supply of medical oxygen
China successfully launched “Shenzhou-12” manned spaceship
What is the News? China has launched the Long March 2F rocket transporting the Shenzhou-12 or Divine Vessel. About Shenzhou-12 or Divine Vessel: Shenzhou-12 is a manned mission. It is the third of the 11 missions that needed to complete China’s first Permanent space station, named Tiangong Space Station. Among these missions, four will be… Continue reading China successfully launched “Shenzhou-12” manned spaceship
What is the New Shephard rocket system?
What is the News? Amazon founder and billionaire Jeff Bezos’s space company named Blue Origin has concluded the online auction for the first seat on the New Shephard rocket system. It is a rocket system meant to take tourists to space. About New Shephard Rocket System: New Shephard is a reusable rocket system that has… Continue reading What is the New Shephard rocket system?
“Jivan Vayu”- Nation’s first power-free CPAP device developed by IIT Ropar
What is the News? Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar has developed a device named ‘Jivan Vayu’. About Jivan Vayu: Jivan Vayu is a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure(CPAP) device. It can be used as a substitute for existing CPAP machines. Key Features of the Device: Firstly, It is India’s first CPAP device that functions even without… Continue reading “Jivan Vayu”- Nation’s first power-free CPAP device developed by IIT Ropar
“iDEX-DIO” – Defence Minister Approves Budgetary Support
What is the News? The Defence Minister has approved the budgetary support of Rs 498.8 crore for iDEX-DIO (Innovations for Defence Excellence – Defence Innovation Organisation) for the next five years. About IDEX Framework: Innovations for Defence Excellence(iDEX) was launched by the Government of India in 2018. Aim: It aims to create an ecosystem to… Continue reading “iDEX-DIO” – Defence Minister Approves Budgetary Support
“EnVision Mission” to Venus by ESA
What is the News? European Space Agency(ESA) has announced a new mission with the name EnVision mission. About EnVision Mission: EnVision is a European Space Agency(ESA)-led mission. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) is working as a contributor. Aim: The mission will carry instruments to study the Venus atmosphere and surface. Also, to monitor trace gases… Continue reading “EnVision Mission” to Venus by ESA
“CHIME telescope” detects numerous “Fast Radio Bursts”
What is the news? Scientists from the Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment (CHIME) have detected 535 Fast Radio Bursts (FRB). It is the largest collection of FRB till date. CHIME telescope (Source: Wiki) They have detected this in collaboration with India’s Tata Institute for Fundamental Research (TIFR) and the National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA).… Continue reading “CHIME telescope” detects numerous “Fast Radio Bursts”
Mixing Covid-19 vaccines: Benefits and Concerns
What is the news? India plans to conduct research on Mixing Covid-19 vaccines. This is to investigate if it can immunize people using a “mix and match” of different Covid-19 vaccines. What does mixing of vaccines mean? Mixing of vaccines means following up one dose of a particular vaccine with a second dose of a… Continue reading Mixing Covid-19 vaccines: Benefits and Concerns
