Category: Science and Technology Current Affairs

NATO Pipeline System: Poland government said that it will finally join the NATO Pipeline System (NPS). It was set up during the Cold War to supply NATO forces with fuel. It is approximately 10,000 kilometres long, runs through 12 NATO countries and has a storage capacity of 4.1 million cubic metres. The NPS links together […]

E- Waste : Report India generated 2.2 million metric tonnes (MT) of e-waste in 2025, becoming the third-largest global generator after China and the US. However, informal recycling exposes millions, especially marginalised communities, to serious health risks, making it a major urban challenge. E-waste, or electronic waste, refers to discarded or end-of-life electronic devices and […]

Australia Approves Alzheimer’s Drug Lecanemab for Early Stage Use: Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has approved Lecanemab (marketed as Leqembi) for treating early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. This makes it only the second disease-modifying therapy to receive regulatory clearance in Australia. The decision, finalized in September 2025, comes amid rising Alzheimer’s prevalence—now the leading cause of death […]

OpenAI Hits $500 Billion Valuation After Share Sale to SoftBank: OpenAI the creator of ChatGPT has reached a $500 billion valuation following a major secondary share sale to SoftBank, as reported by Reuters. The deal involved $6.6 billion worth of shares sold by current and former OpenAI employees, reflecting the company’s skyrocketing growth in value […]

National Conference on Land & Disaster Management: A two‑day national conference on land administration and disaster management begins in Gandhinagar, launching digital systems, SVAMITVA cards, and new revenue offices.The event is part of a nationwide push to modernize land governance, strengthen disaster resilience, and ensure citizens’ land rights through digitization and innovation. Organised by the […]

NHAI to Install QR Code Sign Boards on Highways: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has announced the installation of QR Code Sign Boards across National Highway stretches. This move aims to improve transparency, ensure easy access to project-specific details, and enhance road safety for highway users. Launched under the broader goal of offering […]

Trichloroethylene: Long-term exposure to the industrial solvent Trichloroethylene (TCE) outdoors may be linked to an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, according to a recent study. Trichloroethylene (TCE) is a volatile, colorless liquid organic chemical. TCE does not occur naturally and is created by chemical synthesis. It is used primarily to make refrigerants and other hydrofluorocarbons […]

Neurons : New Study A new study (2025) has identified Dendritic Nanotubes (DNTs) in the brains of mice and humans, a new form of neuron-to-neuron connection. New Discovery: Neurons may also connect via nanotubes (DNTs), enabling: Direct electrical signal transfer. Protein transport (including amyloid-beta, linked to Alzheimer’s). Neurons (nerve cells) are the fundamental units of […]

SARAL Tool: The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) launched the SARAL tool to simplify scientific research papers. It uses AI to generate layperson summaries and make research more accessible to society. SARAL (Simplified and Automated Research Amplification and Learning) is an AI-based tool that converts complex research papers into easy-to-understand summaries. Launched by: Developed by […]