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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
What is Speed Gun?
Modern transportation relies heavily on technology to maintain safety and efficiency. Speed guns play important role in measuring the speed of moving objects, contributing to traffic enforcement and various sports. What is a Speed Gun? A speed gun is a ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
ISRO’s PSLV-C60/SPADEX Mission
The PSLV-C60/SPADEX mission is scheduled for launch on December 30, 2024, at 9:58 PM IST, at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has confirmed these details through social media announcements. The mission aims ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
WHO Endorses New Obesity Treatment Options
Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) approved GLP-1 receptor agonists as a treatment for obesity, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, to mimic hormones that regulate appetite and blood sugar. The WHO emphasizes that while healthy eating and exercise are crucial, ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Automated & Intelligent Machine-aided Construction (AIMC) System
The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) is enhancing the efficiency of National Highway projects through Automated & Intelligent Machine-aided Construction (AIMC) systems, which aim to tackle ongoing delays in project completion, with real-time updates and data sharing among ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs