Cassini Mission and Milgromian Dynamics
Context: The findings of the Cassini mission, which orbited Saturn from 2004 to 2017, provided an opportunity to test Milgromian dynamics (MOND) – an alternative theory to dark matter. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: What is Dark Matter? MOND Theory: An Alternative to Dark Matter Background and Proposition: Key Concepts […]
About Chang’e 6 Mission
Context: China’s space agency said that China landed an uncrewed spacecraft on the far side of the moon on 2nd of June. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Chang’e 6 Mission: Unveiling Lunar Secrets from the South Pole Objective and Design: Sampling Strategy: Geological Exploration: International Collaboration: Dual Components – Lander and Rover: -Source: The Hindu […]
Discovery of Neo Protein in Bacterial Defence Mechanisms
Context: Recent research has discovered a novel protein, referred to as “Neo,” which plays a critical role in bacterial defence mechanisms against viral infections, particularly bacteriophages. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: About Neo Discovery and Background DRT-2 System Mechanism Significance in Biotechnology and Medicine Reverse Transcriptase Applications: -Source: The Hindu
RudraM-II Missile System
Context: Recently, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully flight-tested the Rudra M-II Missile from a Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter jet. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology RudraM-II Missile System: Overview: Performance Evaluation: Specifications: -Source: The Hindu
ED Arrests Uttarakhand Resident for International Drug Trafficking
Context: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested a resident of Uttarakhand for allegedly operating an international drug trafficking group. He has been booked under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The accused is said to have managed a global dark web enterprise that distributed fentanyl and other dangerous drugs to communities across America, including all […]
NASA Launches Climate Satellite to Study Polar Heat Emissions
Context: Recently, NASA launched the first of two climate satellites aimed at studying heat emissions at Earth’s poles. The second satellite is set to be launched in the coming days. This mission, named PREFIRE (Polar Radiant Energy in the Far-InfraRed Experiment), focuses on understanding polar heat emissions. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of […]
Types of Space Tourism
Context: Recently, Gopi Thotakura, an India-born commercial pilot based in the US, became the first space tourist from India. She, along with five other space tourists, made a short recreational trip to space. Relevance: GS III: Space Dimensions of the Article: Space Tourism Definition: Market Growth: Types of Space Tourism: Challenges: Karman Line Definition: Origin: […]
Lab-grown Diamonds (LGDs)
Context: India is playing a significant role in the lab-grown diamond industry, positioning itself as the world’s second-largest producer of precious stones created in laboratories rather than extracted from the earth. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: What are lab grown diamonds? How are LDGs produced? What are Lab-Grown Diamonds (LDGs) […]
The PREFIRE Polar Mission Explained
Context: A NASA PREFIRE polar mission is set to be launched from New Zealand on May 22. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology The PREFIRE Polar Mission Explained: Overview: Objective: Aim: Satellite Operation: Mission Objectives: -Source: Indian Express
Soil Stabilization Project
Context: The state highways department of Tamil Nadu has initiated a project titled ‘slope stabilization using soil nailing and hydroseeding method’ along several areas surrounding the Nilgiris’ major roads. This project aims to prevent soil erosion and enhance stability in vulnerable areas, thereby ensuring safer and more resilient road infrastructure in the region. Relevance: GS […]