Category: Science and Technology Current Affairs

Biopesticide for Cardamom Thrips: The ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research (ICAR-IISR), Kozhikode, has developed an eco-friendly biopesticide using the entomopathogenic fungus Lecanicillium psalliotae to effectively control cardamom thrips, a major pest affecting cardamom plantations. A granular biopesticide has been developed using Lecanicillium psalliotae, a naturally occurring entomopathogenic fungus isolated from cardamom thrips (Sciothrips cardamomi). It […]

India has been declared free of Trachoma: In the ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme, the Prime Minister of India said that India has been declared free of Trachoma It is a bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia Trachomatis which affects the eyes. It is contagious; spreading through contact with the eyes, eyelids, nose or throat […]

Adamya Fast Patrol Vessel: ‘Adamya’ the first Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) under the eight FPV Project at Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) was inducted in the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) in Goa. Adamya Fast Patrol Vessel is the first in the series of 8 being developed by the Goa Shipyard Limited under the prestigious ‘8 FPV […]

Trigeminal neuralgia: An actor has revealed that he’s currently dealing with multiple serious health conditions including trigeminal neuralgia. Trigeminal neuralgia, also known as tic douloureux, is a condition that causes intense pain similar to an electric shock on one side of the face. Cause: It affects the trigeminal nerve, which carries signals from the face […]

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances : New Study Researchers recently discovered nearly 20 species of bacteria capable of breaking down Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS, also known as the Forever Chemicals, are a large chemical family of over 4,700 highly persistent, toxic, man-made, hazardous chemicals. They have been used in consumer products around the world […]

Operation Deep Manifest: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized Pakistani-origin goods worth ₹9 crore under ‘Operation Deep Manifest’.A targeted enforcement operation by the DRI to detect and disrupt illicit trade routes being used to smuggle banned Pakistani-origin goods into India. Launched By Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), under the Central Board of Indirect […]

GLP-1 Drugs: The Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk launched its weight-loss injectable semaglutide, following Eli Lilly’s tirzepatide in India GLP-1 (Glucagon-Like Peptide-1) is a naturally occurring gut hormone (incretin) released after food intake. It plays a crucial role in regulating blood sugar, lipid metabolism, and appetite. GLP-1 receptor agonists are synthetic drugs that mimic this […]

Jellyfish : Recent Studies Recent studies indicate that jellyfish blooms are increasing along Indian coasts. It is an ancient and resilient gelatinous zooplankton of the phylum Cnidaria. These are highly adaptable marine organisms with simple anatomy, stinging tentacles and efficient jet propulsion. These are simple invertebrates, members of the phylum Cnidaria, which includes creatures such […]

Silica Gel Desiccant: According to health professionals most silica beads found in silica gel desiccant sachets are non-toxic and don’t present the same risk as silica dust. Silica gel desiccants are common moisture adsorbing agents used throughout many industries worldwide. The silica gel desiccant removes excess moisture from the air. It is made of silicon […]

Chemotherapy : Recent Study A landmark study published recently has reported that about a fifth of chemotherapy drugs tested failed quality tests; 16 of the 17 implicated manufacturers are India-based. Chemotherapy is a treatment that uses medicines to destroy cancer cells. There are many different types of chemo. They don’t all work exactly the same […]