Source: The post on Chameleon Trojan Malware has been created on the article “New Android malware can steal your password by disabling fingerprint and face unlock” published in “The Indian Express” on 27th December 2023. Why in news? Cybersecurity researchers have identified a powerful variant of the notorious ‘Chameleon Trojan’ malware’, presenting a significant threat to users… Continue reading Chamelion Trojan Malware
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.
XPoSat Mission launched by ISRO
Source- This post is based on the article “ISRO successfully launches PSLV-C58 XPoSat mission” published in “The Hindu” on 1st January 2024. Why in the News? The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched the PSLV-C58 X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat) mission on January 1, 2024. What is XPoSat Mission? Specifications Details What is it?… Continue reading XPoSat Mission launched by ISRO
Ayodhya Dham Railway Junction and Amrit Bharat Express
Source– This post is based on the article “PM inaugurates Ayodhya Dham Junction Railway Station” published in “PIB” on 30th December 2023. Why in the News? PM Narendra Modi has unveiled the revamped Ayodhya Railway Station, launched new Amrit Bharat and Vande Bharat trains, and dedicated numerous other railway projects to the nation. What are… Continue reading Ayodhya Dham Railway Junction and Amrit Bharat Express
Huntington’s Disease
Source- This post is based on the article “For Huntington’s disease clues, scientists are looking in fruit flies | Explained” published in “The Hindu” on 28th December 2023. Why in the News? Recently researchers have advanced their comprehension of Huntington’s disease through the examination of fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster) What are the Findings of the… Continue reading Huntington’s Disease
eSoil
Source- This post is based on the article “What is eSoil and how does it work? Here’s everything you need to know about this electrically conductive substrate” published in “Hindustan Times” on 26th December 2023. Why in the News? A recent study by Linköping University’s on ‘electronic soil’ (eSoil) and hydroponics (soil-less cultivation) presents hope… Continue reading eSoil
Pegasus spyware
Source– This post is based on the article “Is Pegasus spyware targeting journalists in India” published in “The Hindu” on 29th December 2023. Why in the News? The Washington Post and Amnesty International report alleges Pegasus spyware targeted journalists in India. The intrusion was discovered in October 2023 following Apple’s warning to users, including MPs,… Continue reading Pegasus spyware
‘UPI Tap and Pay’ Facility by NPCI
Source- This post is based on the article “NPCI kickstarts deployment of ‘UPI Tap and Pay’ facility for payment apps” published in “Business Standard” on 26th December 2023. Why in the News? The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has initiated the deployment of ‘UPI Tap and Pay’ across various digital payment providers. What are… Continue reading ‘UPI Tap and Pay’ Facility by NPCI
MedTech Mitra
Source– This post is based on the article “Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya virtually launches ‘MedTech Mitra‘” published in “PIB” on 25th December 2023. Why in the News? Recently, the Union Health Minister has virtually launched ‘MedTech Mitra’ portal. What is MedTech Mitra? 1) It’s a… Continue reading MedTech Mitra
SLIM: Japan’s Moon Landing Mission
Source– This post is based on the article “How Japan’s moon-landing attempt in January will affect Chandrayaan 4 | Explained” published in “The Hindu” on 27th December 2023. Why in the News? Japan’s SLIM spacecraft has entered lunar orbit, aiming for a moon landing on January 19, potentially marking it as the fifth country to… Continue reading SLIM: Japan’s Moon Landing Mission
New Non-Invasive Formaldehyde Sensor for Room-Temperature Detection of Adulterated Fish
Source– This post is based on the article “New non-invasive formaldehyde sensor can detect adulterated fish at room temperature” published in “PIB” on 27th December 2023. Why in the News? Researchers have developed a new cost-effective formalin sensor that can effectively detect the presence of formalin (solution of formaldehyde in water) in adulterated fishes. What… Continue reading New Non-Invasive Formaldehyde Sensor for Room-Temperature Detection of Adulterated Fish
