Source – This post on PARAM Rudra Supercomputer is based on the article “Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated PARAM Rudra Supercomputer at S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences (SNBNCBS)” published in PIB on 28th September 2024. Why in News? Recently, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated PARAM Rudra Supercomputer at S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic… Continue reading PARAM Rudra Supercomputer
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.
Nanostructure Assembly
Source – This post on Nanostructure Assembly is based on the article “Control over Assembling Nanostructures can help Create New Materials useful for Biomedicine, Electronics” published in PIB on 28th September 2024. Why in News? Researchers from the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), Bengaluru, and Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), Bengaluru explored the… Continue reading Nanostructure Assembly
Infrasound
Source – This post on Infrasound is based on the article “Elephants Communicate With Infrasound at a Frequency So Low That Humans Can’t Hear It” published in Twisted Sifter on 27th September 2024. Why in News? In a recent study, it was found that animals do communicate using infrasound. About Infrasound Aspects Description About 1. Infrasound refers… Continue reading Infrasound
Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
Source- This post on “Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)” is based on the article “CSIR a National Treasure for All of Us” published in the PIB on 27th August. Why in News? The 83rd Foundation Day ceremony of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) was recently held at NASC Complex, Pusa. About… Continue reading Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
Minerals Security Finance Network (MSFN)
Source – This post on Mineral Security Finance Network (MSFN) is based on the article “India joins US-led Mineral Security Network to secure critical minerals, fend off Chinese challenge” published in Indian Express on 26th September 2024. Why in News? India has joined the US-led initiative Minerals Security Finance Network (MSFN). It aimed at securing supply chains for… Continue reading Minerals Security Finance Network (MSFN)
WAVES Anime & Manga Contest (WAM!)
Source – This post on WAVES Anime & Manga Contest (WAM!) is based on the article “Big boost to Anime & Manga culture and Creator Economy in India”” published in PIB on 25th September 2024. Why in News? Recently, the Media & Entertainment Association of India (MEAI), in partnership with the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has… Continue reading WAVES Anime & Manga Contest (WAM!)
India’s First Venus Mission
Source- This post on India’s First Venus Mission is based on the article “India to launch its first mission to Venus in 2028” published in Indian Express on 25th September 2024. Why in News? Recently, the Union Cabinet approved ISRO’s plan to launch India’s first mission to Venus, scheduled for March 2028. About the Venus Mission Aspects… Continue reading India’s First Venus Mission
California’s Anti-Deepfake Bill and Their Impact on Political Ads
Source- This post on California’s Anti-Deepfake Bill and Their Impact on Political Ads is based on the article “What is California’s new anti-deepfake bill and can it stop manipulated political ads?” published in The Hindu on 24th September 2024. Why in News? Recently, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed three new bills to combat deepfakes in political campaigns. About the… Continue reading California’s Anti-Deepfake Bill and Their Impact on Political Ads
How Starlink Satellites Are ‘Blinding’ Astronomers
Source- This post on How Starlink Satellites Are ‘Blinding’ Astronomers is based on the article “How Starlink satellites are ‘blinding’ astronomers” published in Indian Express on 21st September 2024. Why in News? A recent study found that astronomer’s work is being impeded by Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites. How Starlink Satellites Are ‘Blinding’ Astronomers 1. Electromagnetic Radiation Interference: Starlink… Continue reading How Starlink Satellites Are ‘Blinding’ Astronomers
IndiaAI Innovation Challenge
Source- This post on IndiaAI Innovation Challenge is based on the article “IndiaAI Innovation Challenge launched to foster impactful AI Solutions inviting applications to build AI Solutions for critical sectors” published in PIB on 21st September 2024. Why in News? The IndiaAI Innovation Challenge has been launched to promote impactful AI solutions aimed at driving large-scale socio-economic transformation through… Continue reading IndiaAI Innovation Challenge
