science and tech

Fentanyl Crisis in USA and Related Health Risks

Context: Recently, the US President said his administration was discussing a 10% punitive duty on Chinese imports as fentanyl is being sent from China to the US via Mexico and Canada. About Fentanyl Fentanyl is a potent synthetic opioid used...

Indian Army’s Showstopper MULE Robot Dog At Kolkata’s Republic Day

Context: The Indian Army displayed Robotic Mules (Multi-Utility Legged Equipment)during the Republic Day Parade in Kolkata. What are Robotic Mules? It is a four-legged, remote-controlled ground robot designed to support military operations in diverse terrains. Control: The mule is controlled...

What is Paraquat Poisoning?

Context: Recently, a 24-year-old woman was awarded a death sentence by a Thiruvananthapuram court which found her guilty of poisoning her boyfriend with a chemical herbicide called paraquat. About Paraquate Paraquat, also known as paraquat dichloride or methyl viologen, is...

SANJAY Battlefield Surveillance System (BSS)

Context: Recently the Union Defence Minister launched SANJAY, an advanced Battlefield Surveillance System (BSS). About SANJAY SANJAY Battlefield Surveillance System (BSS) is a state-of-the-art military technology developed by India to enhance battlefield awareness and improve decision-making during combat operations. Development:...

Kodaikanal Solar Observatory – 125 Years of Solar Physics Research in India

The Kodaikanal Solar Observatory (KSO), located in Tamil Nadu, India, is one of the oldest solar observatories in the world, established in 1901. Managed by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), it has been pivotal in advancing solar research and...

James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), Objectives and Significance

Context: An international team of researchers using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) and the Chandra X-ray Observatory has discovered an unusual supermassive black hole, designated LID-568, which challenges existing theories of black hole formation and growth. About Supermassive Black...

NavIC Navigation System, Features and Applications

Context: The GSLV-F15 NVS-02 mission marks ISRO’s 100th launch from Sriharikota, deploying a 2nd-generation NavIC Satellite equipped with advanced atomic clocks and L1 frequency for enhanced regional navigation. What are Navigational Systems? Navigational Systems are satellite constellations that broadcast positioning,...

India’s First Quasi-Ballistic Missile Pralay

Context: The DRDO will showcase “Pralay,” India’s first short-range quasi-ballistic missile for conventional strikes, at the Republic Day parade. About Pralay Missile Pralay, India’s first quasi-ballistic missile, represents a significant step forward in the nation’s defence technology. Developed by the...

DRDO Conducts Scramjet Engine Ground Test For Hypersonic Missile

Context: DRDO has successfully conducted the 1st Active Cooled Scramjet Combustor Ground Test in India, running for 120 seconds. What is a Scramjet Engine? A Supersonic Combustion Ramjet engine is an air-breathing propulsion system designed for hypersonic speeds. How It...

Indian Cryptography Research and Quantum Challenges

As India invests heavily in cryptographic research, securing sensitive information and enhancing secure communication channels have become critical priorities. With the advent of quantum computing, cryptography must evolve to address emerging challenges and risks effectively. About Cryptography Cryptography, the science...