Mars Solar Conjunction: NASA announced that it will stop sending commands to its fleet of robotic probes on or orbiting the red planet Mars due to Mars solar conjunction. Mars solar conjunction is a phenomenon which occurs when the Sun is between Earth and Mars. It happens once every two years. During this time, Sun […]
Kavro Doma 360
Kavro Doma 360: Kanpur-based MKU Limited recently unveiled the Kavro Doma 360 at Milipol Paris. Kavro Doma 360 is the world-first rifle-rated ballistic helmet. It was indigenously developed by Kanpur-based MKU Limited. The world’s first uniform rifle protection helmet: It offers uniform protection in all 5 zones of the head (front, back, left, right, and […]
Sagar Kavach : Coastal Security Exercise
Sagar Kavach : Coastal Security Exercise The coastal security exercise ‘Sagar Kavach’ is set to unfold its strategic manoeuvres along the Kerala and Mahe coasts. The exercise, conducted semi-annually, is a collaborative effort with active participation from various central and state agencies, showcasing a unified approach to fortifying India’s coastal defences. Coordinated by the […]
Nirbhay Cruise Missile
Nirbhay Cruise Missile: The Indian armed forces will be inducting the long-range attack cruise missile Nirbhay into their inventory to strike targets at ranges over 1,000 km. Nirbhay Cruise Missile is a long-range sub-sonic cruise missile. It is India’s first indigenously-produced cruise missile. The missile was developed by the Bengaluru-based Aeronautical Development Establishment, a lab […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 16th Nov 2023
Today’s Current Affairs: 16th Nov 2023 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
INS Sumedha
INS Sumedha: INS Sumedha made a port call at Walvis Bay, Namibia. INS Sumedha in continuation with Indian Navy’s mission-based deployment to West Africa and Atlantic made a port call at Walvis Bay, Namibia. This port call is a manifestation of India’s warm ties with Namibia, its commitment to enhance maritime security and demonstrate solidarity […]
Helicobacter pylori Disease : Recent Study
Helicobacter pylori : Study The National Institute of Cholera and Enteric Diseases has made quick detection of drug-resistant ‘Helicobacter pylori possible recently. A two-step PCR-based assay of a small region of the Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) bacteria can help detect H. pylori infection and also identify clarithromycin-resistant bacteria and those that are drug-sensitive in six-seven […]
Bestu Varsh 2023 : Gujarati New Year
Bestu Varsh 2023 : Gujarati New Year The Prime Minister of India has extended New Year greetings on the occasion of Gujarati New Year. Gujarati New Year 2023, also known as Padwa or Bestu Varas, is being celebrated on November 14. It is celebrated as part of the five-day Diwali Celebrations. It ideally falls on […]
Global Positioning System Tracker Anklet
Global Positioning System Tracker Anklet: A prisoner in Jammu and Kashmir was released on bail after he was tagged with a Global Positioning System (GPS) tracker anklet on his foot to monitor his movements. This is the first time in the country that a GPS tracker has been put to such use. GPS anklets are […]
Picocystis Salinarum : Green Algae
Picocystis Salinarum: Green Algae A young researcher has divulged the secret of how the Picocystis Salinarum survives the harshest of conditions by resorting to physiological adaptation to highly saline-alkaline/hyperosmotic conditions. Picocystis Salinarum is a globally widespread picoplanktonic green algae of saline lakes. It is one of the smallest green algae. It is found in hypersaline […]
