Source: The post is based on the article “Material consideration: On the LK-99 ‘superconductor’ episode” published in The Hindu on 19th August 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Science and Technology Relevance: confusions over a recent discovery – LK-99. News: Recently, scientists found that the material called LK-99 is not a room-temperature and ambient-pressure superconductor. What is LK-99?… Continue reading Material consideration: On the LK-99 ‘superconductor’ episode
Tag: Science and technology
Small Modular Reactors: Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 Why nuclear power is needed to supplement renewable energy?3 What are Small Modular Reactors?4 How Small Modular reactors are different from conventional nuclear powerplants?5 What are the benefits of Small Modular Reactors?6 What are the challenges associated with Small Modular Reactors?7 What are the legal and regulatory changes… Continue reading Small Modular Reactors: Explained, pointwise
Beyond the hype: Independent verification is crucial on claims about material LK-99
Source: The post is based on the article “Beyond the hype: Independent verification is crucial on claims about material LK-99” published in “The Hindu” on 8th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. News: Recently, South Korean scientists revealed their discovery that the substance they termed… Continue reading Beyond the hype: Independent verification is crucial on claims about material LK-99
Rare ‘Einstein cross’ warps light from one of the universe’s brightest objects in this stunning image
Source: The post is based on the article “Rare ‘Einstein cross’ warps light from one of the universe’s brightest objects in this stunning image” published in LiveScience on 5th August 2023. What is the news? Astronomers have discovered a stunning, rare example of an “Einstein cross” splitting and magnifying light from the far depths of the universe. About the Discovery… Continue reading Rare ‘Einstein cross’ warps light from one of the universe’s brightest objects in this stunning image
India needs evidence-based, ethics-driven medicine
Source– The post is based on the article “India needs evidence-based, ethics-driven medicine” published in “The Hindu” on 4th August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Science and Technology Relevance: Issues related to taditional system of medicine News– Supporters of Hameopathy have argued in The Lancet Regional Health – Southeast Asia recently for expanding its use by citing… Continue reading India needs evidence-based, ethics-driven medicine
Deep tech startups taking brave risks
Source– The post is based on the article “Deep tech startups taking brave risks” published in “The Hindu” on 3rd August 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian economy Relevance: Issues related to manufacturing sector News– The article explains the progress on startups and deep tech startups in India. What is the progress of India in the area… Continue reading Deep tech startups taking brave risks
Hurdles to overcome before becoming ‘Digital India
Source: The post is based on the article “Hurdles to overcome before becoming ‘Digital India’” published in “The Hindu” on 31st July 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life News: In this article author discusses how UPI has grown rapidly in India, outpacing other digital payment methods.… Continue reading Hurdles to overcome before becoming ‘Digital India
Weighing in on the National Research Foundation Bill
Source: The post is based on the article “Weighing in on the National Research Foundation Bill” published in The Hindu on 28th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Science and Technology Relevance: concerns with National Research Foundation News: The Union Cabinet has recently approved the National Research Foundation (NRF) Bill 2023. What is NRF? Read Here: What… Continue reading Weighing in on the National Research Foundation Bill
Advancing technologies are not giving all children a better future
Source– The post is based on the article “Advancing technologies are not giving all children a better future” published in the “Live Mint” on 25th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Inclusive growth. GS2- Vulnerable sections of the population Relevance: Issues related to digital divide News- The article explains the issue of lack of digital… Continue reading Advancing technologies are not giving all children a better future
Wi-fi hotspot pouches: Internet from a sachet
Source: The post is based on the article “Wi-fi hotspot pouches: Internet from a sachet” published in “The Indian express” on 25th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 3- Infrastructure ( Digital ) & Awareness in the fields of IT News: In this article author is talking about PM-WANI, a system in India that allows people to… Continue reading Wi-fi hotspot pouches: Internet from a sachet
