Equal Contrast Technique (ECT): Scientists developed a new methodology, called Equal Contrast Technique (ECT), to analyse Sun images in white light, which can help prevent temporal and latitudinal variations in observations related to instrument and sky conditions. It is known that there are large numbers of regions of weak magnetic field on the sun, which […]
Category: Current Affairs
Microsites Project
Microsites Project: The National Health Authority (NHA) announced 100 Microsites projects for accelerated adoption of the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) across the country Microsites project are defined geographical regions where focused outreach efforts would be made to onboard small and medium-scale private healthcare providers. Types of facilities to be covered under a Microsite: Private […]
Chandrayaan-3 Successfully Lands On Moon’s South Pole
Chandrayaan-3 Successfully Lands On Moon’s South Pole: Chandrayaan-3 made history by becoming the first mission to soft-land on the lunar south pole, a region that has never been explored before. The mission aimed to demonstrate safe and soft lunar landing, rover mobility, and in-situ scientific experiments. India now joins the United States, Russia, and China […]
World Water Week : 20th To 24th August, 2023
World Water Week : 20th To 24th August, 2023 World Water Week, taking place from 20th to 24th August, 2023 is the yearly global water forum organized by Stockholm International Water Institute. This year’s theme, “Seeds of Change: Innovative Solutions for a Water-Wise World,” spotlights innovation in addressing current water challenges. In line, Jal Jeevan […]
Katchatheevu Island
Katchatheevu Island: The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister revived the debate over the Katchatheevu, a longstanding point of contention between India and Sri Lanka, particularly with regard to fishing rights and sovereignty over the uninhabited island. Katchatheevu is a 285-acre uninhabited speck in the Palk Strait, between India and Sri Lanka, an island located about 14 […]
Project Worldcoin
Project Worldcoin: A project called Worldcoin has been launched by OpenAI, an Artificial intelligence company. The project claims to be building the world’s largest identity and financial public network. Project Worldcoin is an initiative to create a digital network in which everyone can claim some kind of stake, and join the digital economy. The initiative […]
Likaru-Mig La-Fukche Road : World’s New Highest Motorable
Likaru-Mig La-Fukche Road : World’s New Highest Motorable The construction of the world’s new highest motorable Likaru-Mig La-Fukche road began in Ladakh recently. The Border Roads Organization (BRO) is working on constructing the ‘Likaru-Mig La-Fukche’ road in Ladakh, which will be the new highest motorable road in the world. Likaru-Mig La-Fukche road is the highest […]
Global Maritime India Summit 2023
Global Maritime India Summit 2023: A roadshow was organized in Visakhapatnam as a run-up to the Global Maritime India Summit 2023(GIMS 2023). Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) organized a roadshow in Visakhapatnam as part of a series of nationwide roadshows under the guidance and direction of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways. It was organized […]
Maharaja Bir Bikram Manikya Bahadur
Maharaja Bir Bikram Manikya Bahadur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Maharaja Bir Bikram Manikya Bahadur on his 115th birth anniversary. Maharaja Bir Bikram Manikya Bahadur : Birth: August 19, 1908. Dynasty: Maniyaka He was the last King of Tripura. He was a prominent royal figure who played a pivotal role in the modernization […]
Pfizer’s RSV Vaccine
Pfizer’s RSV Vaccine: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval to Pfizer’s vaccine, Abrysvo, aimed at safeguarding new-borns from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) by vaccinating pregnant individuals during the latter stages of pregnancy. Abrysvo has been authorized for use in adults aged 60 and above to protect them from RSV. The vaccine generates […]
