Science & Technology Current Affairs
ISRO’s LVM3 Rocket Achieves Multi-Orbit Capability
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has recently marked milestone with its LVM3 rocket, which allows the rocket to place satellites in various orbits during a single mission. The development of a “multi-element ignitor” for the CE-20 Cryogenic engine was ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
What is MASLD?
Recent studies have revealed the reclassification of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) to Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD). This change aims to clarify the connection between fatty liver disease and metabolic disorders, such as obesity and diabetes. Definition of ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Rwanda Declares End to Marburg Virus Outbreak
Rwanda has officially declared the end of its first Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) outbreak as of December 20, 2024, followed a 42-day monitoring period with no new cases reported. The outbreak, which began on September 27, 2024, resulted in 66 ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
First Image of Active Hydrothermal Vent Discovered
In a groundbreaking achievement, Indian oceanographers have successfully captured the first images of an active hydrothermal vent located 4,500 metres beneath the Indian Ocean. This discovery is a milestone in India’s ₹4,000-crore Deep Ocean Mission, launched by the Ministry of ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
India Launches First UG Minor in Quantum Technologies
The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the National Quantum Mission (NQM) have initiated India’s first Undergraduate Minor Program in Quantum Technologies. This program aims to equip students with skills in quantum technology and enhance India’s position in ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
China-U.S. Science Agreement Extended Until 2029
China and the United States agreed to extend their Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement for another five years, starting August 27, 2024. This extension follows a history of collaboration that began in 1979 and has evolved over decades. Experts view ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
JIGYASA Program
The CSIR conducted the Scientific Aptitude Assessment Exercise online, which marked a milestone as it involved students from 37 CSIR laboratories engaging in a simultaneous scientific demonstration. Event Overview The Scientific Aptitude Assessment Exercise is part of the CSIR’s JIGYASA ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
What is Archaea?
Recent studies have brought to light the resilience of archaea, ancient microorganisms that thrive in extreme environments. Researchers have focused on the toxin-antitoxin (TA) systems of these organisms, particularly in response to rising global temperatures and changing climates. How archaea ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs