Source- This post on Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV) is based on the article “Cabinet approves development of Next Generation Launch Vehicle” published in PIB on 20th September 2024. Why in News? The Union Cabinet has approved the development of the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV). About Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV) 1. Developed: Indian Space Research Organsiation… Continue reading Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV)
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.
Primary Amebic Meningitis
Source- This post on FATF Recommendations for India is based on the article “India should increase court system capacity, reduce pending trials: FATF” published in The Hindu on 20th September 2024. Why in News? Recently, cases were seen of Primary Amebic Meningitis in Kerala. About Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM) 1. About: Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM) is a rare but often fatal… Continue reading Primary Amebic Meningitis
Union Cabinet approved four big space projects
Source- This post on Union Cabinet approved four big space projects is based on the article “Union Cabinet approves Venus mission, Indian space station among 4 key Isro projects” published in Indian Express on 19th September 2024. Why in News? Recently, the Union Cabinet approved four big space projects, including the next mission to the moon,… Continue reading Union Cabinet approved four big space projects
Asteroid 2024 PT5
Source- This post on Asteroid 2024 PT5 is based on the article “Earth to get a temporary mini-moon named 2024 PT5” published in Indian Express on 19th September 2024. Why in News? Asteroid 2024 PT5 recently passed close to Earth without causing any harm, and another asteroid, resembling a mini-moon is approaching. About 2024 PT5 1. About: 2024… Continue reading Asteroid 2024 PT5
Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS)
Source- This post on Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) is based on the article “Bharatiya Anthariksh Station (BAS): Our own Space Station for Scientific research to be established with the launch of its first module in 2028” published in PIB on 19th September 2024. Why in News? The Union Cabinet has approved an expansion of India’s Gaganyaan Programme to… Continue reading Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS)
Cellulitis Disease
Source- This post on Cellulitis Disease is based on the article “Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launches ‘SUBHADRA’ – the largest women-centric scheme in Bhubaneswar, Odisha” published in PIB on 18th September 2024. Why in News? Recently, Cellulitis has now become widespread in the erstwhile Karimnagar district. About Cellulitis Disease 1. About: Cellulitis is a common bacterial skin… Continue reading Cellulitis Disease
Pager and how it works
Source- This post on Pager and how it works is based on the article “What is a pager?” published in Indian Express on 18th September 2024. Why in News? Recently, a series of pager explosions across Lebanon killed at least eight people and injured 2,750 others. Hezbollah reported that the pagers used by their personnel exploded mysteriously. About… Continue reading Pager and how it works
Siddha Drugs
Source- This post on Impact of Siddha Drugs in Lowering Anaemia in Adolescent Girls is based on the article “‘Siddha’ drugs combination lowers anaemia in adolescent girls, says study” published in Economic Times on 17th September 2024. Why in News? Recently, a study was conducted under the Public Health Initiative aimed to mainstream the use of Siddha… Continue reading Siddha Drugs
Lancet Report on Antibiotics Overuse
Source- This post on Lancet Report on Antibiotics Overuse is based on the article “Lancet alert on popping antibiotics: One-third of India’s 30 lakh sepsis deaths linked to antimicrobial resistance” published in Indian Express on 17th September 2024. Why in News? According to a recent Lancet study, 60% of the 29.9 lakh sepsis deaths in India in 2019 were… Continue reading Lancet Report on Antibiotics Overuse
AM, FM and Signal Modulation
Source- This post on AM, FM and Signal Modulation is based on the article “AM, FM and Signal Modulation” published in Indian Express on 16th September 2024. Why in News? AM (Amplitude Modulation) and FM (Frequency Modulation) are two fundamental techniques used in electronic communication to transmit information over radio waves. What is Amplitude Modulation… Continue reading AM, FM and Signal Modulation
