Holding up GLASS to India; securing stewardship to tackle AMR
Why is this in news? Relevance Basics Key global findings (GLASS 2025) India-specific findings Current efforts in India Major weaknesses identified Expert assessments Abdul Ghafur V. Ramasubramanian Ella Balasa Antibiotic development pipeline (critical analysis) Global pipeline trends India’s status Limitations Features needed in next-generation antibiotics Global and industry-side initiatives AMR Industry Alliance Funding gaps Kerala […]
What’s the status of the rare earth hypothesis?
Why in News ? Relevance:GS 3 – Science & Technology• Exoplanet discovery missions – JWST, Kepler, TRAPPIST-1• Rare Earth Hypothesis (Ward & Brownlee) – planetary habitability factors• Role of astrophysics, geology, and biology in astrobiology research• Technological advancements in telescope instrumentation and data analytics GS 1 – Geography (Universe & Earth Systems)• Earth’s uniqueness and conditions supporting life• Relevance of planetary evolution and habitability in Earth […]
Why do astronauts wear pressurised suits?
Relevance: GS 3 – Science & Technology (Space Technology) • Human spaceflight safety systems – pressure, oxygen, and temperature regulation • Gaganyaan mission and indigenous crew module development • Collaboration with Russia (Sokol KV-2 suit technology) • Physics behind decompression, Boyle’s law, and vacuum effects on human body • Space suit design as application of materials and life-support engineering Why is wearing IVA […]
Nutritional Transformation
Why in News? Relevance: GS 3 – Science & Technology, Food Security & Nutrition• Nutrigenomics, bio-fortification, and bioprocessing innovations• Transition from food security to nutritional security• Smart protein ecosystem – plant-based, fermentation, cultivated meat• Sustainable agriculture and circular bioeconomy• Regulatory frameworks – FSSAI, biotechnology safety, and innovation policy GS 2 – Governance & Health• Nutritional […]
GSAT-7R: India’s Heaviest Military Communication Satellite
Why in News ? Relevance: Basic Details Key Features Significance Strategic & Security Dimensions Technological Dimensions Broader Context Challenges & Future Outlook
Anti-GM activists question advantages of ICAR’s two gene-edited rice varieties
Why in News? Relevance : GS-3 (Science & Technology): GS-2 (Governance): GS-3 (Environment & Agriculture): Basic Concepts 1. Genetic Modification (GM) vs Genome Editing (GE): 2. ICAR’s Role: About the Two Varieties 1. Pusa DST-1 (IET 32043): 2. DRR Dhan 100 “Kamala” (IET 32072): Allegations by the Coalition for a GM-Free India 1. Data Contradictions: […]
According to a survey of 25 countries, Indians are least aware of AI
Why in News ? Relevance : Key Findings (India-Specific Data) Parameter India 25-Country Median Remark Heard or read a lot/little about AI 46% 81% Lowest among all countries Heard or read a lot about AI 14% ~50% (in developed nations) Very low awareness Awareness among youth (18–34 years) 19% Much higher in others 2nd lowest globally […]
India’s roadmap in solar and space physics
Context Relevance: Basics of Solar Phenomena Term Definition Key Fact Solar Flare Sudden massive explosion on sun; energy release from twisted magnetic fields Emits across radio, X-ray, gamma rays Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) Large plasma discharge from sun’s corona Can disrupt satellites, power grids Solar Wind Continuous outflow of charged particles from corona Interacts with […]
Google’s new AI finds promising approach for cancer treatment
Why is it in the News? Relevance AI in Drug Discovery C2S-Scale 27B The Problem Traditional Methods vs AI Overview Novel Approach Scientific Validation Technological Significance Medical and Societal Implications Challenges & Next Steps
How does Gaganyaan’s vital crew escape system work?
Why is it in the News? Relevance: Basic Concepts CES Functionality Types of CES Type Mechanism Example Notes Puller Pulls crew module away from rocket Gaganyaan Uses thrust to extract module; safer integration with solid-fuel boosters Pusher Pushes crew module away using high-thrust engines SpaceX Falcon 9 Compact liquid-fuel engines; suitable for different propulsion tech […]