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UV-C Disinfection Technology

The Government of India had put Ultra Violet – C Disinfection Technology for testing in Parliament, AC buses and trains. The technology is a huge success. It is...

January 18, 2022

‘The Enigma’: 555.55-carat black diamond

A 555.55-carat black diamond called “The Enigma” was unveiled in Dubai on January 17, 2022. Key Facts It is believed to have come from outer space. It was...

January 18, 2022

China’s Artificial Moon

After China’s artificial Sun reached temperatures five times hotter than the Sun, China is ready with its first artificial moon. Scientists have built an “artificial moon” research facility....

January 17, 2022

Discovery of New Strange Metal

Scientists have recently discovered a new group of metals. The newly discovered metal group is called as “New Strange group of metals”. The characteristics of metals like copper...

January 16, 2022

What is space anemia?

The space travel damages the red blood cells in human body. Such condition where the RBC count in the body reduces due to space travel is referred to...

January 15, 2022

Cryogenic Engine Test for Gaganyaan

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted the qualification test of cryogenic engine for Gaganyaan programme on January 12, 2022. Key Points The test was conducted for 720...

January 15, 2022

Bio-Restoration of Art Works

The Art restoration processes use laser techniques and chemicals to remove oil, dirt, glue and pollutants from stone works, monuments and paintings. But after 1980s, they have been...

January 13, 2022

What is ‘Purposive testing strategy?

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) issued new guidelines on “Purposive Testing Strategy”, amid rising cases of covid-19 cases. What is Purposive Testing Strategy? ICMR issued guidelines...

January 13, 2022

AI- driven Start-Up for Water Purification

Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh launched Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven Start-Up for water purification through innovative technology. Key Points AI driven start-up for water purification has been developed...

January 13, 2022

Omicron sub-lineage BA.1

In less than two months three sub lineages of Omicron has been detected. Omicron is a COVID-19 mutant variant. The Pango lineage of Omicron called the B.1.1.529 was...

January 12, 2022

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