Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) Telescope

The Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) telescope opened on October 4, 2024, in Hanle, Ladakh. It stands at 4.3 km above sea level, making it the highest of its kind globally. MACE features a 21-meter-wide dish, the largest in Asia. ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

India Launches First AI Data Bank

India revealed its first Artificial Intelligence (AI) data bank, which aims to encourage innovation and enhance national security, by the Ministry of Science and Technology. The data bank will serve researchers, startups, and developers by providing essential datasets for AI ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Microplastics Impact Weather and Climate Patterns

Recent studies reveal that microplastics in the atmosphere may influence weather and climate. Research from Penn State indicates these tiny particles can facilitate ice formation in clouds. This discovery adds to the understanding of microplastics’ pervasive presence on Earth. Their ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

International Week of Science and Peace: November 9 to 15

The International Week of Science and Peace (IWOSP) occurs every year from November 9 to 15. This event promotes peace through scientific collaboration. It began in 1986 as part of the International Year of Peace. The initiative aimed to encourage ..

Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

High Level Industry Consultation organized to formulate STIP 2020

The Confederation of India Industry and Science Policy Forum are to organize a high-level industry consultation to formulate Science, Technology and Innovation Policy (STIP), 2020. Highlights The STIP, 2020 was flagged off by the Department of Science and Technology in ..

Month: Current Affairs - July, 2020

What is “Ball Tampering” that is being considered by ICC recently?

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is considering to legalize ball tampering. Context of the News The ICC is considering to use an artificial substance under the supervision of umpires to polish cricket balls as applying saliva risks the spread of ..

Month: Current Affairs - April, 2020

February 11: International Day of Women and Girls in Science

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is being observed by the United Nations on February 11 every year since 2015. The Organization passed a resolution to observe the day in order to recognize the role played by ..

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2020

Department of Biotechnology held International Summit on Women in STEM

On January 25, 2020, the Department of Biotechnology held an International Summit on Women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) on the following theme Theme: Visualizing the Future: New Skylines The summit aimed to increase the participation of women ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2020

Project Gandhi Encyclopedia approved by GoI

The Ministry of Culture on December 10, 2019 approved Rs 2.95 crores financial assistance for the development of Gandhi Paedia. The project is to be implemented by National Council of Science Museums, Kolkata. Highlights The GoI is developing “Gandhi Encyclopedia” ..

Draft Scientific Social Responsibility Policy Released

The draft Scientific Social Responsibility has been made available by the Department of Science and Technology for public comments. Features of the Policy The draft policy builds upon Scientific Policy Resolution 1958, Technology Policy Statement 1983, Science and Technology Policy 2003 ..