News: The Prime Minister lauded the commissioning of HPCL’s Residue Upgradation Facility at Visakh Refinery as a significant step for energy security. About Residue Upgradation Facility (RUF) and Hydrocracking Technology The Residue Upgradation Facility (RUF) is a hydrogen-based residue hydrocracking unit that converts low-value residual oils into high-value petroleum products. Commissioned by: The facility has… Continue reading Residue Upgradation Facility (RUF) and Hydrocracking Technology
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.
Biomaterials
News: As India moves toward cleaner manufacturing methods for products like plastics and textiles, biomaterials are emerging as the next frontier in materials engineering. About Biomaterials Biomaterials are materials derived wholly or partly from biological sources or engineered using biological processes. They are designed to replace or interact with conventional materials. Types of Biomaterials: Drop-in… Continue reading Biomaterials
Ozempic
News: A trend has been seen promoting a drink made by blending oats with water or juice, commonly referred to as “oatzempic.” About Oatzempic Oatzempic is oat-based drink that people consume in the morning, often on an empty stomach for weight loss, appetite control or other health outcomes. The name references Ozempic, a prescription drug… Continue reading Ozempic
Remote Sensing
News: Remote sensing has transformed how scientists study the Earth, enabling them to map forests, water bodies, crops, and mineral deposits without ever setting foot on the ground. About Remote Sensing Meaning: Remote sensing is a technology that allows scientists and engineers to study the earth’s surface and subsurface without physical contact. Working Principle: It… Continue reading Remote Sensing
Nanorobots
News: Dr. Ambarish Ghosh of IISc Bengaluru received the 2025 Tata Transformation Prize for developing magnetic nanorobots for cancer treatment. About Nanorobots Nanobots are microscopic robots (often around 1–100 nm) that can be programmed to carry out specific tasks. When nanorobots are designed specifically for healthcare/medical tasks, they are referred to as medical nanobots or… Continue reading Nanorobots
Microlensing
News: A recent study used microlensing to measure the mass of a rogue planet, meaning a planet that does not orbit a star. About Microlensing Microlensing is a method astronomers use to find planets far away from Earth. Working mechanism It is based on Einstein’s theory of gravity, which says that massive objects like stars… Continue reading Microlensing
Wolf Supermoon
News: The first supermoon of 2026, commonly called the Wolf Moon, illuminated the night skies over India, the United States, and many other parts of the world on January 3. About Wolf Supermoon A wolf supermoon is a full moon in January that occurs when the Moon is near perigee, its closest point to Earth.… Continue reading Wolf Supermoon
Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) Technique for Rice Cultivation
News: Alternate Wetting and Drying is discussed due to its role in reducing methane emissions, saving water, and enabling carbon credit generation in rice farming. About Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) Technique for Rice Cultivation Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) is is a water-management technology for lowland rice cultivation that reduces water consumption and methane… Continue reading Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) Technique for Rice Cultivation
National Technology Readiness Assessment Framework (NTRAF)
News: The National Technology Readiness Assessment Framework was unveiled on December 29, 2025, by the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India. About National Technology Readiness Assessment Framework (NTRAF) It is a framework that establishes a unified, objective yardstick to measure the maturity of technology projects from laboratory conception to commercial deployment. Developed by:… Continue reading National Technology Readiness Assessment Framework (NTRAF)
Mitochondria Evolution in Insects
News: Researchers from the University of Guelph (in Canada) found an unexpected link between chromosome sets in insects and the speed of mitochondrial genome evolution. About Mitochondria Evolution in Insects Mitochondria evolved from bacteria and retain a small independent genome: Mitochondria originated when an ancient single-celled ancestor engulfed a bacterium, which later evolved into mitochondria.… Continue reading Mitochondria Evolution in Insects
