Centre Blocks Mobile Messenger Apps Being Used By The Terrorists
Context: The Central government has recently blocked 14 mobile messenger applications being used by terror groups. Relevance: GS III- Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: What is the IT Act? Amendment to the IT Acth4 It dealt with various changes such as:h4 Section 69 of the IT Act Procedure for Blocking Apps
Web 3.0 Is Focused On Public Good
Context The third-generation web is widely believed to be biassed towards gaming and cryptocurrencies, but it actually covers a wide range of topics.In order for India to take advantage of the $1.1 trillion digital asset opportunity by 2032, the third-gen web will be essential, according to the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum’s 2021 report. Relevance: GS […]
About The Quasars
Context: According to a new study Quasars the brightest and the most powerful objects in the universe – have a violent origin story Relevance: GS III: Science and technology Dimensions of the Article: About Quasars: Here are some key facts about quasars: Discovery: Properties: Formation: Size: Importance: What is a Blackhole? -Source: Indian Express
About Genome India Project
Context: The Department of Biotechnology recently said that the exercise to sequence 10,000 Indian human genomes and create a database under the Centre-backed Genome India Project is about two-thirds complete. About 7,000 Indian genomes have already been sequenced of which 3,000 are available for public access to researchers. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions […]
Digitising Registration in India’s Land Records
Context: Enabling remote online document registration would significantly help Digital India achieve its main goals. Relevance: GS paper-3: Land reforms in India: Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. Mains Question What are the benefits of digitising the land registration procedure in India, and what actions are necessary to ensure a […]
ISRO To Prioritise R&D
Context The Indian Space Policy-2023 was made public on April 20, 2023, with a focus on research and development of cutting-edge technologies. Relevance: GS Paper-3: Awareness in the fields of Space Mains Question Describe the key components of the Indian Space Policy 2023 and how they will affect the growth of the Indian space industry. (150 […]
About Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary
Context: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister recently announced that Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary will be developed as a second home for cheetahs within six months. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology About Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary: Location: Establishment: Landscape and Vegetation: Fauna: Places of Interest: River: -Source: The Hindu
About National Quantum Mission
Context: Recently, the union cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister has approved the National Quantum Mission (NQM) to aid scientific and industrial research and development in quantum technology. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: About National Quantum Mission Salient features of NQM include: Significance of NQM: Quantum technology: About: There are Four domains […]
Detection of a Magnetic Field Around Exoplanet YZ Ceti b
Context: An alien world called YZ Ceti b has suddenly become the cynosure of astronomers. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Discovery and significance Importance of magnetic fields for habitable planets Future research -Source: The Hindu
About The TeLEOS-2 Satellite
Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch Singapore’s TeLEOS-2 satellite from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Details: About TeLEOS-2 Earth Observation Satellite: Objectives of TeLEOS-2: What are the launch vehicles used by ISRO? Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV): Since […]