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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

Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV)

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)

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

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