Category: Science and Technology Current Affairs

Cepheid Star: A recent study carried out by the researchers were able to achieve the most accurate calibration of Cepheid stars. Cepheid star is a type of variable star which brigthen and dim periodically. Variable stars are essentially stars that experience fluctuations in their brightness Cepheids stars are special type of variable star in that […]

Pair Of Quasars Discovered: The Hubble Space Telescope recently discovered a pair of quasars from the early universe. A quasar is an extremely active and luminous type of active galactic nucleus (AGN). An AGN is nothing more than a supermassive black hole that is active and feeding at the center of a galaxy. The brightest […]

Dhawan II Engine: A private space vehicle company Skyroot Aerospace test-fired its 3D-printed Dhawan II engine. Dhawan II engine is a 3D-printed cryogenic engine developed by the Skyroot Aerospace for its heavier vehicle, the Vikram II rocket. It uses a 3D-printed torch igniter and bellows actuated cryo-injection valve with a quick response time. It utilises […]

Crohn’s Disease : New Way To Treat A recent study suggests that a two-drug combination may offer a new way to treat inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease. Crohn’s Disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It is a chronic, or long-term condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract. It is […]

Anti-Dumping Of Sodium Cyanide Imports: India has initiated an anti-dumping probe into imports of poisonous chemical sodium cyanide from China, the European Union, Japan and Korea following a complaint by domestic companies. An application has been filed by Hindusthan Chemical Company and United Phosphorous Ltd for the probe and the imposition of appropriate anti-dumping duty […]

National Policy For Rare Diseases 2021 : Exemption From Basic Customs Duty The Union Government has given full exemption from basic customs duty on all drugs and food for special medical purposes imported for personal use for treatment of all Rare Diseases listed under the National Policy for Rare Diseases 2021. The exemption has been […]

Seed Bank At Asola Bhatti Sanctuary: A ‘seed bank for native plant species found in the Aravallis region is gradually taking shape at a nursery at the Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary, after a few years of efforts at collecting seeds from across Delhi and other states. The nursery at Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary is growing […]

Azerbaijan and Tajikistan : Malaria-Free Countries Azerbaijan and Tajikistan were declared malaria-free by the WHO. The governments of Azerbaijan and Tajikistan employed targeted malaria interventions, such as spraying insecticides on the interior walls of homes to prevent the disease, encouraging early diagnosis and treatment and maintenance of skilled healthcare professionals. This came as the result […]

Sagar Setu Mobile App: The App Version of the National Logistics Portal (Marine), named ‘Sagar-Setu’, has been launched by Ministry for Ports, Shipping and Waterways. The app will provide real-time information on vessel-related information, gate, container freight stations, and transactions, enabling digital transactions for payments. The app will boost maritime trade, enhance the economy of […]

Proba-3 Mission : European Space Agency The European Space Agency’s (ESA) Proba-3 mission, consisting of two spacecrafts, will demonstrate precision formation flying in space. It is set to revolutionize scientific observation and space applications. Proba-3 is an mission that aims to form a 144-m long solar coronagraph, allowing scientists to study the Sun’s faint corona […]