Upper Siang Hydropower Project
Context: Locals are protesting against the Upper Siang hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Upper Siang Hydropower Project Location and Scope Project Management Pre-feasibility Report Strategic Importance -Source: The Hindu
Quantum Navigation vs. GPS: Key Differences
Context: The United Kingdom recently carried out two separate quantum navigation tests, one aboard a Royal Navy ship and another on a small jet plane. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Quantum Navigation vs. GPS: Key Differences Quantum Navigation What is GPS (Global Positioning System)? Overview -Source: The Print
Overview of NASA’s CHAPEA Project
Context: After a year-long simulated Mars mission as part of the CHAPEA project, a Nasa crew emerged from their 17,000 sq ft habitat at Johnson Space Centre. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Overview of NASA’s CHAPEA Project Purpose and Objectives Mission Structure Simulation Details Upcoming Missions -Source: Times of India
Study Reveals Microdroplets of Water Can Break Down Minerals into Nanoparticles
Context: A recent study published in the journal Science has revealed that microdroplets of water have the ability to break down minerals into nanoparticles. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Study What are Nanoparticles? -Source: The Hindu
About Genome Sequencing
Context: Recently, a report published in the journal Nature revealed that a team of archaeologists and scientists from Germany, Mexico, Spain, the U.K. and the US has sequenced genetic material obtained from the human remains found from an ancient burial place. Relevance: GS III- Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: About Genome Sequencing: Genome sequencing is figuring […]
ISRO Astronauts to Join Axiom-4 Mission to ISS
Context: As part of the Axiom-4 mission, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has shortlisted two of its four trained Gaganyaan astronauts to travel to the International Space Station (ISS). Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: About Axiom-4 Mission: Overview: Launch and Objectives: Scientific Focus: Key Features: Long-Term Vision: About International […]
ISRO’s Interest in Planetary Defence Mission
Context: The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has expressed interest in participating in a planetary defence mission in space, in preparation for a close encounter between Earth and the Apophis asteroid on April 13, 2029. This was announced by ISRO Chairman S Somanath and senior scientists during an international workshop held in Bengaluru on Wednesday, […]
UK Teenager Becomes First to Receive Brain Implant for Epilepsy Control
Context; A UK-based teenager, Oran Knowlson, has become the first person in the world to receive a brain implant to help control his epileptic seizures using a deep brain stimulation (DBS) device. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: About Deep Brain Stimulation Device Working: What is Epilepsy? -Source: The Hindu
African Swine Fever
Context: The death toll of pigs following the outbreak of the African Swine Fever (ASF) disease in Mizoram since February has crossed 3,350, officials said recently. Relevance: Focus: GS-III Science and Technology Dimensions of this Article: What is African Swine Fever? What are the symptoms of African swine fever? -Source: The Hindu
ISRO Completes Final Reusable Launch Vehicle Landing Experiment
Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully completed the third and final Reusable Launch Vehicle Landing Experiment (RLV LEX-03) for the Pushpak vehicle. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: RLV LEX-03 Mission Overview Mission Summary: Technologies and Capabilities Demonstrated: Significance: Reusable Launch Vehicles (RLVs) Definition: Operational Mechanics: Current Usage: […]