Semiconductor Mission In India
Focus: GS III- Science and Technology Why in News? The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of three semiconductor units under ‘Development of Semiconductors and Display Manufacturing Ecosystems in India. What are Semiconductors? About India Semiconductor Mission Vision: Significance:
Air leak at International Space Station
Context: The Russian space officials recently confirmed the a continuing air leak from the Russian segment of the International Space Station. However, they said that the air leak poses no danger to its crew. Relevance: GS-III Science and Technology: (Space Technology, Developments in Space technology) Dimensions of the Article: What is a Space Station? How […]
About The Virtual Private Network
Context: Recently, Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) passed a rule mandating VPN (virtual private network) providers to record and keep their customers’ logs for 180 days. Relevance: GS III- Science and Technology, Cyber Security Dimensions of the Article: What is a VPN ? Why do people use VPN? Why is anonymity or privacy so important […]
Square Kilometer Array Observatory
Context: Scientists in India will now also be part of the international mega-science project, the Square Kilometer Array Observatory (SKAO), that will function as the world’s largest radio telescope. India’s Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) is amongst the world’s six large telescopes. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Radio Telescopes: Detection […]
Space Sector Regulations
Context: The final frontier was once considered to be space, but ongoing exploration has transformed it, replacing romantic ideals with narratives intertwined with financial, socio-economic, and geopolitical implications. Traditionally, space technologies and flights were costly and risky endeavors primarily undertaken by national agencies. However, this paradigm has shifted, with private-sector entities increasingly expected to play […]
About The Quasars
Context: An international team of astronomers said the recently discovered quasar named J0529-4351 was the brightest and fastest-growing quasar discovered so far and had a supermassive black hole about 17 billion times the mass of the Sun. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Quasars: Active Galactic Nucleus (AGN): Formation and Location: Attributes: Formation Process: Brightness […]
Launch of INSAT-3DS Meteorological Satellite via GSLV-F14 Rocket
Context: The INSAT-3DS meteorological satellite is set to embark on its space journey aboard a Geosynchronous Launch Vehicle (GSLV), marking a crucial mission. The GSLV-F14, known colloquially as the “naughty boy” for its checkered history, will take off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the […]
Coal Gasification Overview
Context: The Ministry of Coal, Government of India, is set to host an Industry Interaction in Hyderabad aimed at fostering the development and proliferation of coal/lignite gasification projects across the nation. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Coal Gasification Overview Process Description: Utilization of Syngas: Environmental Benefits: Potential Impact:
Cassini Spacecraft Overview
Context: Recent findings from data collected by NASA’s Cassini spacecraft reveal the presence of a vast ocean beneath the icy surface of Saturn’s moon Mimas. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Cassini Spacecraft Overview Mission Background: Launch Date: Components: Spacecraft Details: Mission Highlights: Key Facts about Mimas Position and Size: Surface […]
Celebrating Women in Science
Context: Yesterday marked the celebration of the International Day of Women in Science, a day dedicated to acknowledging and honoring the accomplishments of women in the scientific field. This annual occasion serves as a reminder of the invaluable contributions women have made to scientific progress and innovation throughout history. Relevance: GS-2 GS3- Mains Question: Despite their […]