science and tech

Regenerative Braking in Electric Vehicles, Advantages and Disadvantages

Context: Regenerative braking is a crucial mechanism in electric vehicles that enhances their energy efficiency. What is Braking? Definition: Braking is the mechanism that slows down a moving vehicle by removing kinetic energy. Disc Brake: Mechanism: Brake pads press against...

Scientific Deep Drilling, Challenges and Drilling Technique

Context: The Borehole Geophysics Research Laboratory (BGRL) is drilling a 6-km deep hole in the Koyna-Warna region. About Borehole Geophysics Research Laboratory (BGRL) Located in Karad, Maharashtra, BGRL is India’s only scientific deep-drilling program under the Ministry of Earth Sciences....

African Swine Fever (ASF), Symptoms, Transmission and Prevention

Context: A recent outbreak of African Swine Fever has been reported in Thrissur, Kerala. African Swine Fever (ASF) African Swine Fever is a highly contagious viral disease affecting both domestic and wild pigs. The causative agent of African Swine Fever...

ISRO Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2024

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced the Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon (BAH) as part of the celebrations for National Space Day 2024 (NSpD). This hackathon is set to engage the brightest minds in India by focusing on 12 problem...

Pushpak – ISRO’s Reusable Launch Vehicle third successful Landing Demonstration

Context: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) accomplished the third landing experiment of the Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV LEX-03) named ‘Pushpak’. Pushpak - ISRO's Reusable Launch Vehicle Pushpak is India’s futuristic Reusable Launch Vehicle. Inspiration: The rocket's name is inspired...

Warfare in Cyberspace, Challenges and Mitigation Strategies

Context: Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan released India’s first joint doctrine for cyberspace operations during a meeting of the Chiefs of Staff Committee. About Cyberspace Warfare Cyberspace warfare: It involves cyber-attacks by state or non-state actors that pose...

H5N1 Virus, Impact, Reasons Behind Spread of H5N1 in India

Context: Since 2020, a highly pathogenic avian influenza, H5N1, has been affecting birds worldwide, with more than 80 countries reporting infections as of December 2023. Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 strain has been affecting cattle across several States in...

Elimination Of Tuberculosis (TB), Cure, Vaccine, Global Findings

Context: India's ambitious target to significantly lower TB morbidity and mortality and aim for its elimination by 2025 has stalled. Truenat is a rapid molecular test developed in India for diagnosing pulmonary, extrapulmonary, and rifampicin-resistant tuberculosis. More In News The...

UN Year of Quantum Science and Technology

Context: The United Nations will declare the year 2025 as the ‘International Year of Quantum Science and Technology’. Quantum Technology It utilises principles from Quantum mechanics to understand fundamental particles like atoms and subatomic particles. Exploits unique behaviours such as...

Atomic Clocks in India, Types, Working Mechanism

Context: A recent study published in Nature introduced a portable optical atomic clock using molecular iodine as the frequency standard that can be used onboard ships. What are Atomic Clocks? An atomic clock is a highly precise timekeeping instrument that...