News: The Bharat Tech Triumph Program (TTP) was launched as part of the Create in India Challenge Season 1 to highlight India’s gaming talent on a global stage. About Bharat Tech Triumph Initiative It was organized by the Interactive Entertainment and Innovation Council (IEIC) and was supported by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB). Objective: … Continue reading Bharat Tech Triumph Initiative
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.
Solar Coronal Holes
News: Recently, astronomers conducted an extensive study on coronal holes. The study suggests that coronal holes influence Indian monsoon rainfall through their radiative effects. About Solar Coronal Holes Solar coronal holes are regions on the Sun’s outer atmosphere (corona) that appear dark in X-ray and extreme ultraviolet (EUV) images due to their lower density and… Continue reading Solar Coronal Holes
Majorana 1 Chip
News: Recently, Microsoft introduced its latest Majorana 1 chip. About Majorana 1 Aim: Majorana 1 aims to bring quantum computing closer to real-world applications by addressing key challenges in the field. Reduced Error Rates: It utilizes the properties of Majorana fermions to improve fault tolerance, making computations more stable and reliable. 20 Years in the… Continue reading Majorana 1 Chip
Technology Adoption Fund (TAF)
News: IN-SPACe officially announced that TAF will promote space technology development. The initiative is expected to accelerate innovation and support space startups. About Technology Adoption Fund (TAF) The Technology Adoption Fund (TAF) is an initiative launched by the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) to support and accelerate the development of India’s space… Continue reading Technology Adoption Fund (TAF)
Ukraine’s Critical Minerals
News: The US has proposed gaining access to 50% of Ukraine’s mineral resources in return for military support. Trump claims that Ukraine owes the US $500 billion worth of resources in exchange for past military aid. About Ukraine’s Critical Minerals Abundant Reserves: Ukraine possesses 22 of the 50 strategic minerals identified as critical by the… Continue reading Ukraine’s Critical Minerals
Earthquake Swarm
News: Earthquake swarms are in the news due to a recent spate of seismic activity on the Greek island of Santorini and surrounding areas. About Earthquake Swarm An earthquake swarm is a sequence of many small to moderate earthquakes occurring in a localized area over a short period of time, without a single, large “mainshock”… Continue reading Earthquake Swarm
Project Waterworth
News: Meta has announced Project Waterworth which is its most ambitious subsea cable project. About Project Waterworth Aim: The project aims to enhance global internet connectivity using AI and machine learning. Focus: It will focus on better cable deployment and maintenance for a more reliable internet. It will be the world’s longest and highest-capacity subsea… Continue reading Project Waterworth
Indirect Prompt Injection
News: Indirect prompt injection attacks have recently gained attention as a serious cybersecurity threat targeting AI chatbots powered by large language models (LLMs). About Indirect Prompt Injection: It is a technique used to manipulate AI chatbots into executing malicious commands. Exploits the chatbot’s ability to follow embedded instructions within processed content. How It Works Attackers… Continue reading Indirect Prompt Injection
Extended Reality (XR)
News: The XR Creator Hackathon is in the news because its Delhi chapter was recently held on 8th February 2025 at 91 Springboard, Noida, as part of the WAVE Summit initiative. About Extended Reality (XR) Extended Reality (XR) is a broad term that includes all immersive technologies that blend the real and virtual worlds. It covers… Continue reading Extended Reality (XR)
Sudan Virus
News: The Ugandan government and the World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed a new Sudan virus disease (SVD) outbreak in February 2025. About Sudan Virus Caused by: Sudan virus (SUDV) is part of the Orthoebolavirus genus, the same family as the Ebola virus. Symptoms include fever, muscle aches, fatigue, diarrhoea, vomiting, and internal and external bleeding.… Continue reading Sudan Virus
