James Webb Space Telescope : Look For Life On Newly Discovered Planets After its first full calendar year of operation, astronomers are using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to look for life on thousands of newly discovered planets. JWST was built in collaboration between NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and the Canadian Space […]
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Chameleon Trojan : Malware
Chameleon Trojan : Malware Cybersecurity researchers recently identified a potent variant of the infamous ‘Chameleon Trojan’ malware, posing a substantial risk to Android device users. Chameleon Trojan is a malware that has the ability to disable biometric authentication methods, including fingerprint and face unlock, to sneakily access sensitive information. The malware strategically attaches itself to […]
Patriot PAC-3 : Anti-Aircraft Missiles (Russia)
Patriot PAC-3 : Anti-Aircraft Missiles (Russia) Russia recently issued a stern warning to Japan, expressing concerns over its decision to export Patriot PAC-3 anti-aircraft missiles to the United States. Phased Array Tracking to Intercept of Target (PATRIOT) Advanced Capability-Three (PAC-3) program is a surface-to-air-defense guided missile system with all-weather capabilities. It has been built […]
Grey Francolin : Spotted
Grey Francolin : Spotted Grey Francolin (Ortygornis pondicerianus) was reported inside the Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP) of Mumbai. Sanjay Gandhi National Park is located in the state of Maharashtra which was formerly known as Borivali National Park. Grey Francolin is a ground-dwelling bird known for its distinctive calls and cryptic plumage. They are carnivores […]
eSoil : New Development
eSoil : New Development Researchers have developed a new electronic soil that was found to increase the growth of barley seedlings by 50 per cent in a new study. In hydroponic environments, eSoil is a low-power bioelectronic growth substrate that can electrically stimulate the root system and growth environment of plants. This is environmentally friendly, […]
Breakthrough Prizes 2024
Breakthrough Prizes 2024: The 2024 Breakthrough Prizes in the Life Sciences category recognised groundbreaking research set to change the lives of those suffering from three Rare Diseases: Parkinson’s disease, Cystic fibrosis and Cancer. Awards were also given in the categories of Fundamental Physics and Mathematics. 2024 Award-Winning Breakthroughs: Life Science Category: Cancer Breakthrough:Carl June and […]
Indian Meteorological Department : New Logo
Indian Meteorological Department : New Logo The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) recently got a new logo ahead of the commencement of its 150th year of providing weather and climate services to the country. The new logo, in a mix of orange and green colours, depicts numerical 150 embedded with the present logo showing the Indian […]
OPEC : Angola Exits
OPEC : Angola Exits Angola, one of Africa’s two biggest oil producers, has announced it is leaving the oil producers’ organization Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) over a dispute on output quotas. OPEC and 10 allied nations decided to further slash oil production in 2024 to prop up volatile global prices, which Angola […]
Minimum Support Price For Copra
Minimum Support Price For Copra: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, has approved the Minimum Support Prices (MSPs) for copra for the 2024 season. The move aims to provide better returns to coconut growers, encourage copra production, and meet the growing demand for coconut products. Copra is the dried, white flesh of the coconut. It’s […]
Ammonia Gas Leak From An Underwater Supply Pipeline : Chennai
Ammonia Gas Leak From An Underwater Supply Pipeline : Chennai An ammonia gas leak from an underwater supply pipeline to an industrial unit in Chennai, caused hundreds of residents to complain of difficulty in breathing and burning of eyes and faces. The leak originated from the Coromandel International Limited fertiliser manufacturing facility, which receives ammonia […]
