Category: Science and Technology Current Affairs

DNA Nano Rafts: A study published in Nature Materials has introduced a revolutionary technique using DNA Nanorafts to create Artificial Cells that can work like biological membranes.These programmable nanostructures can reshape membranes, form pathways, and react to surroundings, advancing medicine, biosensors, and artificial life research. DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) nano-rafts are tiny, flat structures made from […]

Meta’s 50,000 km Cable to Boost India-US Digital Connectivity: Meta has launched an ambitious project named Project Waterworth, which will lay down a 50,000-kilometer undersea cable to improve digital connectivity between India and the United States. This initiative is expected to offer faster and more reliable internet services across multiple regions, not just between India […]

JioHotstar Merger: Uniting JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar Reliance Industries and Disney have joined forces to launch a game-changing streaming platform, JioHotstar, marking the merger of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar. This move is aimed at consolidating India’s streaming landscape, offering a more comprehensive and diverse experience to users. By combining the strengths of both platforms, JioHotstar […]

Measles : Comeback Measles, a highly contagious virus, is making a comeback in the U.S., particularly in states like Texas due to lower vaccination rates and international travel. Measles is a highly contagious and serious airborne disease. It is caused by a virus in the paramyxovirus family, and is normally passed through direct contact and […]

TrailGuard AI System: Similipal Tiger Reserve is the first reserve where TrailGuard AI system has shown success as an ‘anti-poaching tool. TrailGuard AI System is an end-to-end, camera-based alert system designed for enhancing wildlife conservation and promoting human-wildlife coexistence in remote areas. The system combines durable outdoor hardware, on-the-edge AI algorithms, and real-time transmission capabilities, […]

Imagine a world with more women in science Campaign Launched By UNESCO: UNESCO has launched the “Imagine a world with more women in science” campaign to mark the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (February 11). The campaign emphasizes the positive impact of diverse perspectives in scientific fields and […]

MITRA Platform: The Securities and Exchange Board of India introduced a new digital platform called MITRA. Mutual Fund Investment Tracing and Retrieval Assistant (MITRA) will assist investors in tracking and reclaiming inactive or unclaimed mutual fund folios. The platform addresses a growing concern wherein investors, over time, lose track of their mutual fund investments lack […]

Public Accounts Committee : Review The Existing Rules On National Highways The Public Accounts Committee of Parliament recently directed the government to review the existing rules that decide the toll tax on National Highways. Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is a committee of selected members of parliament, constituted by the Parliament of India, for the purpose […]

In-Vitro Gametogenesis (IVG): Researchers have developed In-Vitro Gametogenesis (IVG) that enables lab-based reproduction from stem cells that has many benefits compared to In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF). IVG is a new reproductive technology that creates eggs and sperm from stem cells collected from skin, hair, or blood. These lab-grown gametes can be fertilized to create an embryo, […]

TCS has partnered with Finland-based UPM: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has secured a significant IT transformation deal with UPM, a Finland-based company specializing in sustainable materials. This strategic partnership aims to modernize UPM’s IT infrastructure, focusing on cloud migration, digital transformation, and improving operational efficiency. TCS will manage key IT functions, including data center operations, […]