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Technology Adoption Fund
The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) has recently launched a ₹500-crore Technology Adoption Fund (TAF). This initiative aims to support space technology firms, particularly startups and MSMEs, in creating commercially viable products. The TAF is a strategic ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
NVIDIA Develops Evo 2
Nvidia has developed Evo 2, the largest artificial intelligence system dedicated to biological research. Announced in 2025, this system aims to revolutionise medicine and genetics. Evo 2 can read and design genetic codes across all forms of life. It uses ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Nayanamritham 2.0
The Government of Kerala has launched Nayanamritham 2.0. This initiative is the world’s first government-led programme for AI-assisted chronic eye disease screening. It follows the success of Nayanamritham 1.0. The programme aims to enhance early detection and improve accessibility to ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
Delhi Cabinet Approves Ayushman Bharat Yojana Implementation
The newly formed Delhi Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, has taken steps towards implementing the Ayushman Bharat Yojana. This decision, made during their inaugural meeting, aligns with the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) election manifesto. The scheme aims to ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
IRDAI Launches Bima-ASBA
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has launched a new payment mechanism called Bima-ASBA. This initiative aims to simplify premium payments for life and health insurance policies. Starting from March 1, 2025, policyholders can use the Unified ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
India Launches Campaign for Non-Communicable Disease Screening
India has launched a comprehensive campaign to combat non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The initiative targets individuals aged 30 and above. It aims to screen for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and specific cancers. This effort is part of the National Programme ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
Daily Current Affairs Quiz: February 21, 2025
1. The Mising tribe is primarily found in which Indian states? [A] Assam and Arunachal Pradesh[B] Manipur and Tripura[C] Jharkhand and Bihar[D] Andhra Pradesh and Telangana Show Answer Correct Answer: A [Assam and Arunachal Pradesh] Notes:Assam’s largest tribal community, the ..
Majorana 1 Quantum Chip
Microsoft has recently introduced Majorana 1, a quantum chip that promises enhanced reliability and scalability of qubits. This development marks advancement in quantum computing technology. Microsoft aims to create a fully functional quantum computer by 2027-2029. The Majorana 1 chip ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2025
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs