Amaterasu: The Cosmic Phenomenon
Context: Scientists recently detected the most powerful cosmic ray seen in more than three decades, which has been named ‘Amaterasu’. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Amaterasu: The Cosmic Phenomenon Cosmic Rays: Celestial Messengers of Energy -Source: Indian Express
2D Protein Monolayer Unravels Amyloidosis
Context: Recently, researchers have achieved a significant breakthrough in disease study through the creation of a two-dimensional (2D) protein monolayer using lysozyme molecules. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Major Highlights of the Research Molecular Assembly: Model for Amyloidosis: Langmuir-Blodgett Technique: pH-Dependent Changes: Research Significance: Lysozyme: Defensive Role: Airway Fluid Component: Amyloidosis
Naval Anti-Ship Missile Short Range
Context: The Indian Navy, in association with DRDO, successfully undertook Guided Flight Trials of the first indigenously developed Naval Anti-Ship Missile Short Range (NASM-SR) from a Sea King 42B helicopter recently. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Naval Anti-Ship Missile Short Range (NASM-SR): An Overview Development and Origin: Launch Platform: Replacement […]
Atmospheric Waves Experiment
Context: NASA is set to launch the Atmospheric Waves Experiment (AWE) to study ‘airglow’ to understand space weather. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Atmospheric Waves Experiment (AWE): Unraveling Terrestrial and Space Weather Interactions NASA’s AWE Mission Objectives Understanding Airglow -Source: Indian Express
Impact of Gamma-Ray Burst on Earth’s Ionosphere
Context: Recent research indicates that a gamma-ray burst (GRB) triggered by a supernova explosion in a galaxy nearly two billion light-years away has caused a significant disruption in the ionosphere of Earth. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Key Findings from the Research on Gamma-Ray Burst Supernova Explosion and Gamma-Ray Release […]
Is Artificial Intelligence Taking over the Control
Context: AI technology has become extensively integrated into the ongoing Assembly poll campaign. This encompasses the creation of songs featuring the Prime Minister Narendra Modi in various languages. Additionally, AI-powered voice cloning tools are being employed to send personalized messages to voters and party workers. Relevance: GS3- Science and Technology- Awareness in the fields of […]
Mars Solar Conjunction
Context: Recently, NASA announced that it will stop sending commands to its fleet of robotic probes on or orbiting the red planet Mars due to Mars solar conjunction. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Mars Solar Conjunction: Overview and Impact Phenomenon: Associated Events: Current Occurrence: Significance: Precautions and Adjustments: Key Facts […]
About The Nirbhay Cruise Missile
Context: The Indian armed forces will be inducting the long-range attack cruise missile Nirbhay into their inventory to strike targets at ranges over 1,000 km. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Nirbhay Cruise Missile: Basic Information: Capabilities: Physical Specifications: Launch Platforms: Guidance System: -Source: The Hindu
GPS Tracker Anklets Monitoring Legal Supervision
Context: Recently, a prisoner in Jammu and Kashmir was released on bail after he was tagged with a Global Positioning System (GPS) tracker anklet on his foot to monitor his movements. This is the first time in the country that a GPS tracker has been put to such use. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the […]
PII of 815 Million Indians Allegedly Sold on Dark Web
Context: Recently, Resecurity, an American cybersecurity company, reported the sale of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) of 815 million Indian citizens, including sensitive details like Aadhaar numbers and passport information, on the Dark Web. The threat actors behind the sale attributed the data to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), an organization that faced numerous […]