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UNESCO Alerts: Rising Ocean Temperatures Threaten Marine Life
A recent UNESCO report marks the risks faced by fish species in tropical and subtropical regions. If greenhouse gas emissions continue at current levels, temperatures may rise by 4.4°C by the century’s end, termed SSP 8.5, which could push many ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Google Unveils Revolutionary Quantum Chip ‘Willow’
Google has launched its latest quantum chip, Willow, an advancement in quantum computing technology. Willow can solve complex problems in mere minutes and in contrast, the fastest supercomputer would take an unfathomable 10 septillion years for the same task, showcasing ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Innovative Hydrogen Fuel Production Using Water and Sunlight
Researchers in Japan have made strides in hydrogen fuel production, which utilizes water and sunlight and employs a special reactor with photocatalytic sheets, to split water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen. This innovation aims to create renewable hydrogen fuel and ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Moths Hear Plant Sounds to choose Egg-Laying Spot: New Study
Recent research reveals that moths can hear sounds produced by plants, conducted by a team of 17 Israeli researchers, was published last month. It explores how female moths use plant sounds to determine where to lay their eggs. The findings ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Agriculture Current Affairs
RBI Releases Handbook of Statistics on Indian States 2023-24
The Reserve Bank of India has published the latest edition of the Handbook of Statistics on Indian States for 2023-24, which presents crucial data on the regional economies of India. It includes vital information about demographics, health, and economic indicators. ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs
Breakthrough in Waste Heat Energy Conversion
Researchers have developed a new material that transforms waste heat into energy and uses fere-crystals with twisted layers. The material boasts a high thermoelectric figure of merit, exceeding 2, effectively capturing waste heat from various sources. About Ferecrystals Ferecrystals are ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Amrit Gyaan Kosh Portal
Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister for Science and Technology, recently launched the “Amrit Gyaan Kosh” Portal, which aims to improve governance training for public administrators in India, coinciding with the “Advanced Case Writing and Teaching Workshop.” This workshop was organized ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs
UGC Releases New Guidelines for Recognition of Prior Learning
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced new guidelines for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) in higher education, aiming to enhance accessibility to education and promote lifelong learning. RPL assesses knowledge, skills, and experience acquired through various learning methods. Context ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: Government Schemes Current Affairs