News: DRDO and the IAF successfully conducted the maiden flight-trial of the Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) weapon off Odisha coast. About The Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon TARA is India’s first indigenous glide weapon system that converts unguided bombs into precision-guided weapons. Developed by: TARA has been designed and developed by the Research… Continue reading Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation (TARA) Weapon
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.
ANEEL Fuel
News: Chicago-based nuclear fuel company Clean Core Thorium Energy (CCTE) announced that its patented ‘ANEEL’ fuel has completed its high burnup irradiation test in an Advanced Test Reactor (ATR) at Idaho National Laboratory (INL). About ANEEL Fuel ANEEL stands for ‘Advanced Nuclear Energy for Enriched Life’. It is a new nuclear fuel that combines thorium… Continue reading ANEEL Fuel
Bhitarkanika National Park and Microplastics
News: A new study found microplastics with heavy metals in sediments at all 20 sampled sites within and around Bhitarkanika sanctuary. About Bhitarkanika National Park Location: Bhitarkanika National Park is located in the Kendrapara district of Odisha. Surrounded by: The park is surrounded by the Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary, while Gahirmatha Beach and Marine Sanctuary lie… Continue reading Bhitarkanika National Park and Microplastics
Apnoea Test
News: The Supreme Court of India observed that a plea raised concerns that the apnoea test may not conclusively determine brain death. About Apnoea Test The apnoea test is considered an essential clinical test for determining brain death by assessing loss of brainstem function. Aim: The aim is to confirm the absence of brainstem function… Continue reading Apnoea Test
Mission Drishti- World’s First OptoSAR Satellite
News: Indian space start-up GalaxEye has launched Mission Drishti, which is the world’s first OptoSAR satellite. About Mission Drishti- World’s First OptoSAR Satellite GalaxEye has launched Mission Drishti, the world’s first OptoSAR satellite, using the Falcon 9 rocket from California, U.S.A. OptoSAR satellite: It is a modern satellite imaging system that combines optical cameras and Synthetic… Continue reading Mission Drishti- World’s First OptoSAR Satellite
Hantavirus
News: Three people have died, and three others have fallen ill following a suspected outbreak of Hantavirus on a Netherlands-based cruise ship. About Hantavirus Hantavirus is a group of viruses carried mainly by rodents that can infect humans. The virus name comes from the Hantan River area of South Korea, where the virus was identified… Continue reading Hantavirus
INS Mahendragiri
News: INS Mahendragiri, the sixth Project 17A frigate, was delivered to the Indian Navy at Mumbai on April 30, marking a milestone. About INS Mahendragiri Mahendragiri (Yard 12654) is the sixth indigenous stealth frigate of the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) delivered to the Indian Navy. Construction & Delivery: It was built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited… Continue reading INS Mahendragiri
SACHET
News: India rolled out a mobile-based disaster communication system (SACHET) aimed at delivering near-real-time emergency alerts directly to citizens’ phones. About SACHET SACHET stands for Secure and Alert Centre for Hazard Evaluation and Transmission. It is a mobile-enabled, integrated disaster alert system designed to deliver timely information and warnings to citizens. Developed by: It has… Continue reading SACHET
Brain Death Certification in India & EEG and Angiogram
News: The Supreme Court of India is seeking expert opinion from AIIMS on using EEG and angiogram in brain death certification. About Brain Death Certification in India Brain Stem Death: Definition: Brain death or brain stem death is an irreversible condition where all brain activities, including automatic functions such as breathing, completely cease, even though… Continue reading Brain Death Certification in India & EEG and Angiogram
Naval Anti-ship Missile-Short Range (NASM-SR)
News: DRDO and Indian Navy successfully conducted the maiden salvo launch of NASM-SR from a naval helicopter off the Bay of Bengal coast. About Naval Anti-ship Missile-Short Range (NASM-SR) NASM-SR is an advanced air-launched anti-ship missile system designed for short-range naval operations. Developer: The missile has been developed by Hyderabad-based Research Center Imarat in collaboration… Continue reading Naval Anti-ship Missile-Short Range (NASM-SR)
