Category: Science and Technology Current Affairs

Parrot bornavirus 4 (PaBV-4): A team of scientists has, for the first time in India, identified and genetically characterised Parrot bornavirus 4 (PaBV-4) that often causes rapid death in captive psittacine birds. Parrot bornavirus 4 (PaBV-4) is an enveloped single-strand RNA virus that infects parrots and other psittacine birds (such as macaws, cockatoos, parakeets, and […]

Lymphatic Filariasis: In News The West Bengal Health Department recently started a Mass Drug Administration (MDA) drive against filariasis (commonly known as elephantiasis) and aims to eliminate the disease in the State by 2030. Lymphatic filariasis (LF), commonly known as elephantiasis, is a parasitic infection and a neglected tropical disease. It can cause severe swelling […]

Cyanobacteria : New Study Researchers found that cyanobacteria can be used to absorb lead from contaminated water. Cyanobacteria are also called blue-green algae, microscopic organisms found naturally in all types of water. They have the distinction of being the oldest known fossils, more than 3.5 billion years old. These single-celled organisms live in fresh, brackish […]

Samriddh Gram: The Department of Telecommunications’ (DoT) Samriddh Gram has won the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prizes 2026 under Action Line C6 – Enabling Environment. Samriddh Gram is a flagship rural digital transformation initiative of the Department of Telecommunications built on the BharatNet network. It is envisaged as a pioneering phygital (physical […]

Financial Intelligence Unit–India: The Financial Intelligence Unit–India (FIU-IND) has earned another significant international recognition with its case regarding a large-scale cyber fraud, securing the Runner-up position at the prestigious Best Egmont Case Award (BECA) 2026. Financial Intelligence Unit–India was set by the Government of India in 2004. It is the central national agency responsible for […]

Flue Cured Virginia (FCV) Tobacco: A team of senior officers from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry recently reviewed the ongoing Andhra Pradesh Flue Cured Virginia (FCV) Tobacco Marketing Season 2025–26 in Hyderabad. Flue-cured Virginia tobacco, which is also known as Virginia Tobacco or Bright Leaf, is a bright, golden-leaf tobacco variety cured using controlled […]

AN/FPS-115 Pave Paws: Taiwan’s AN/FPS-115 Pave Paws radar system played a crucial role in tracking China’s recent ballistic missile launch from the South China Sea.It is an ultrahigh-frequency (UHF; 420–450 MHz) phased-array system for detecting submarine-launched ballistic missiles.It was developed by US defence contractor Raytheon.Besides tracking ballistic missiles, it can monitor aircraft, cruise missiles, and […]

Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH): Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran died at the age of 38 recently after battling Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare immune system disorder. Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH): It is a rare but serious condition in which the body’s immune system becomes overactive. Instead of protecting the body from infections, the immune system starts […]

TribeX Platform: The Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched the TribeX platform. TribeX Platform is a first-of-its-kind digital learning platform dedicated to tribal arts, culture, traditional knowledge and skill development. Launched by: It was launched by Ministry of Tribal Affairs. Features of TribeX Platform: Digital Learning Platform: It is conceived as a comprehensive digital learning ecosystem […]

Costa Rica: India and Costa Rica held the first joint economic and trade committee meeting. Costa Rica is a small country located in Central America. It is bordered by Nicaragua to the north and Panama to the Maritime Borders: To the west, it meets the Pacific Ocean, and to the east lies the Caribbean Sea. […]