Source: The post is based on the article “Igla-S Missile: Russia to supply Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles to India” published in “TOI” on 16th November 2023 Why in the News? Russia has signed a deal to provide Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles to India and authorized the local production of Igla-S under license. What is Igla-S? Specifications Details… Continue reading Igla-S Missile: Russia to supply Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles to India
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.
Green Alga(P. salinarum)-Spotted first time in India
Source– This post “Green Alga(P. salinarum)-Spotted first time in India” is based on the article “Inspire Faculty fellow decodes molecular mechanism behind intriguing green alga surviving in extreme conditions like saline-soda lakes” published in “PIB” on 14 November 2023. Why in the News? A young researcher has divulged the secret of how one of the… Continue reading Green Alga(P. salinarum)-Spotted first time in India
Electric Batteries: How does an electric battery work and what are the different types?
Source: The post is based on the article “Electric Batteries: How does an electric battery work and what are the different types?” published in “The Hindu” on 15th November 2023 Why in the News? Electric Batteries have increased the penetration of motorisation and the lack of wires in our lives. What are Electric Batteries? Specifications … Continue reading Electric Batteries: How does an electric battery work and what are the different types?
State of Application Security Report: Digital infra gaps drive surge in cyberattacks in India
Source: The post is based on the article “State of Application Security Report: Digital infra gaps drive surge in cyberattacks in India” published in “Business Standard” on 15th November 2023 Why in the News? According to the State of Application Security Report, India has witnessed a 70% rise in cyberattacks in the third quarter (Q3)… Continue reading State of Application Security Report: Digital infra gaps drive surge in cyberattacks in India
Concept of White Hole: Universe may have resulted out of a ‘Big Bounce’
Source: The post is based on the article “Concept of White Hole: Universe may have resulted out of a Big Bounce” published in “The Hindu” on 14th November 2023 Why in the News? Carlo Rovelli has written a book called White Holes: Inside the Horizon. In this book, he explains the theoretical existence of white… Continue reading Concept of White Hole: Universe may have resulted out of a ‘Big Bounce’
NDMA’s Emergency Alert System Failed
Source– This post ” NDMA’s Emergency Alert System Failed” is based on the article “ Tremors reveal gaps in emergency alert system” published in the “The Hindu” 10th November 2023. Why in the News? The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)’s Cell Broadcast Alert System failed to alert the tremors hit Delhi and surrounding areas last… Continue reading NDMA’s Emergency Alert System Failed
Pump Storage Projects(PSP): Coal Ministry to Embark on Developing Pump Storage Projects in de-Coaled Mines
Source: The post is based on the article “Pump Storage Projects(PSP): Coal Ministry to Embark on Developing Pump Storage Projects in de-Coaled Mines” published in “PIB” on 11th November 2023 Why in the News? The Ministry of Coal is working on a plan to develop Pump Storage Projects(PSP) in de-coaled coal mines. What are Pump… Continue reading Pump Storage Projects(PSP): Coal Ministry to Embark on Developing Pump Storage Projects in de-Coaled Mines
Auroras: Ladakh observatories spot red aurora
Source: The post is based on the article “Auroras: Ladakh observatories spot red aurora” published in “Indian Express” on 11th November 2023 Why in the News? The Hanle and Merak observatories in Ladakh have captured images of an intense red aurora. What are Auroras? Specifications Details Definition Auroras are patterns of bright lights in the… Continue reading Auroras: Ladakh observatories spot red aurora
MiG-21 fighter jets: How are the MiG-21 fighter jets being phased out?
Source: The post is based on the article “MiG-21 fighter jets: How are the MiG-21 fighter jets being phased out?” published in “Indian Express” on 10th November 2023 Why in the News? MiG-21 fighter jets of the No. 4 squadron ‘OORIALS’ of the Indian Air Force (IAF) flew one last time over Uttarlai in… Continue reading MiG-21 fighter jets: How are the MiG-21 fighter jets being phased out?
Kawah Ijen Crater Lake
Source: This post “Kawah Ijen Crater Lake” is based on the article “Acid cauldron on Earth: World’s largest acidic lake looks spooky from space” published in “India Today” on 2nd November 2023. Why in the News? The Copernicus Sentinel-2 mission, which provides optical images of Earth’s surface, captured the stunning images of this Lake and… Continue reading Kawah Ijen Crater Lake
