Category: Science and Technology Current Affairs

Coalition Of Epidemic Preparedness Innovation: Union Minister for the Ministry of Science & Technology inaugurated Asia’s first health research-related “Pre-clinical Network Facility” under the Coalition of Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) in Faridabad. Coalition of Epidemic Preparedness Innovation (CEPI) was launched in 2017 as an innovative partnership between public, private, philanthropic and civil organisations. It was […]

MV Sea Change: The world’s first commercial passenger ferry powered by 100% hydrogen fuel, the MV Sea Change, was launched recently at the San Francisco Ferry Building. MV Sea Change is the world’s first commercial passenger ferry powered entirely by zero-emission hydrogen fuel cells. The 75-passenger ferry was built by All American Marine Shipyard for […]

Late Blight Disease: The Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI) recently issued an advisory for potato farmers across the country, warning of a high risk of late blight disease in the crop due to changes in weather conditions. Late Blight Disease is one of the most serious fungal diseases that can affect tomatoes and potatoes It […]

Chandipura Virus Infection: The Gujarat government said that six children have died of suspected Chandipura virus (CHPV) infection in the state since July 10. Chandipura Virus Infection is a virus of the Rhabdoviridae family, which also includes other members such as the lyssavirus that causes rabies. Several species of sandflies like Phlebotomine sandflies and Phlebotomus […]

APSTAR-6E Satellite: China’s APSTAR-6E satellite has officially begun operating after successfully passing technical reviews both in orbit and on the ground in Hong Kong. APSTAR-6E Satellite is China’s first all-electric propulsion communication satellite. Developed by the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC), this satellite operates in geostationary orbit. Launched via a Long March-2C rocket […]

U-WIN Portal: The U-WIN portal, a replication of the Covid-19 vaccine management system Co-WIN, is set for a pan-India launch likely by the end of August. U-WIN Portal is aiming to maintain an electronic registry of routine immunizations. Currently, U-WIN is in pilot mode across all states and Union Territories, except for West Bengal. It […]

Tirzepatide : Weight Loss Drug India is set to approve the weight-loss drug tirzepatide marking a significant advancement in obesity treatment. This follows global trends where drugs like semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy) have shown dramatic weight loss effects. Tirzepatide, originally approved for diabetes, also induces weight loss by boosting hormones GLP-1 and GIP, which promote […]

e-FAST India Initiative: NITI Aayog has announced the launch of the ‘NITI GearShift Challenge’ as part of the e-FAST India initiative. e-FAST was born from the recognition of the urgent need to decarbonize road-based freight transportation in India to realize its 2070 net zero commitments. It was launched in September 2022. It aims to galvanize […]

Syphilis : Improved Testing Improved testing has led to the detection of over 6,000 cases of syphilis, a sexually transmitted disease primarily linked to unsafe sex, according to data from the Mumbai AIDS Control Society (MDACS) between 2018-19 and 2022-23. Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can cause serious health problems if you […]

SIM Swapping Scam: Google Fi wireless has introduced a security feature called ‘Number Lock’. This new feature empowers users to take control and prevent a growing cybersecurity threat – SIM swapping. It occurs when a malicious actor convinces your carrier to transfer your phone number to a new SIM card in their possession. This can […]