Category: Science and Technology Current Affairs

Rhodamine B : Banned In Food Related Products A recent ban issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reinforces restrictions, prohibiting the use of Rhodamine B in any food-related applications due to increasing evidence of its carcinogenic properties. Rhodamine B is a water-soluble, fluorescent synthetic dye known for its bright pink hue. It appears […]

KaWaCHaM : Weather Alert System The Kerala Government launched KaWaCHaM, one of the world’s fastest weather alert systems. KaWaCHaM’ stands for Kerala Warnings Crisis and Hazards Management System, and the word kavacham in Malayalam translates to ‘shield’, symbolising protection. It is an advanced disaster warning system that integrates alerts, sirens and global weather models to […]

NVS-02 Satellite: India’s space agency, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has rolled out its Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) rocket, carrying the NVS-02 satellite, as part of the NavIC navigation system. NVS-02 Satellite is the second of the 5 second-generation satellites developed by the space agency to replace the existing satellites in the country’s navigation […]

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): A UK-based study published in the British Journal of Psychiatry highlights a stark disparity in life expectancy among adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).It is A neurodevelopmental disorder affecting focus, impulsivity, and hyperactivity.Commonly diagnosed in childhood but often persists into adulthood. Impacts 3-4% of adults worldwide.

Stargardt Disease: Researchers from Switzerland say they have developed a gene editing technique that could perhaps help treat Stargardt disease. It is also known as Stargardt macular degeneration. It is commonly caused by changes in a gene, ABCA4. This gene influences how the human body uses Vitamin A. It is an inherited disease that leads […]

Oysters’ Antimicrobial Properties: According to new research, antimicrobial proteins isolated from oyster hemolymph (the equivalent of blood) can kill certain drug resistant-bacteria.The proteins can also improve the efficacy of conventional antibiotics against resistant bacteria species. Antimicrobial proteins and peptides from oyster hemolymph can:Kill bacteria like Streptococcus spp., responsible for pneumonia, tonsillitis, and rheumatic fever. It […]

Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025: The World Economic Forum (WEF) has recently released the Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025 report. The report highlights rising cyber threats to critical infrastructure, driven by geopolitical tensions, outdated systems, and a cybersecurity skills gap, stressing the need for enhanced security and resilience.In 2024 there was a sharp increase in phishing and […]