Indian astronaut Shukla to fly to ISS on May 29
Context : Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is set to make history as the first Indian astronaut to visit the International Space Station (ISS). He will serve as the pilot for Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), scheduled to launch on May 29, 2025, from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The mission, operated by Axiom Space in collaboration with SpaceX and NASA, will utilize […]
RNA-based antiviral offers strong defence against deadly agri virus
Impact of Plant Viruses on Agriculture Relevance :GS 3(Science and Technology) Traditional Challenges in Virus Control Introduction of RNA-Based Technology Development of “Effective dsRNA” Field Trial Potential Challenges and Limitations Broader Implications Conclusion
ISRO’s second short hot test of semicryogenic engine a success
Significance of the Achievement Relevance : GS 3(Science,Technology ,Space) Details of the Test Outcomes and Next Steps Importance for ISRO’s Future Missions Parallel Launch Activities Conclusion
Indias AI compute conundrum
Current Challenges in the IndiaAI Compute Mission Relevance :GS 3(Science and Technology) Concerns with Sustainability of the Model Potential for Innovation and Market Growth Considerations for Building Sovereign Compute Infrastructure Future Directions and Priorities Conclusion
Study reports lipids also guide evolution
Context : The study from Swasti Raychaudhuri’s lab at CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology, Hyderabad, examines the interaction between lipids and membrane proteins, particularly respiratory complex 1 (RC1) Relevance : GS 3(Science ,Technology ,Research ) RC1 Complex and Lipid Interaction: Lipid Variety and Evolution: Lipid-Protein Co-evolution: Implications for Human Health: Challenges in Lipid Research: Conclusion:
Missing dark matter in a distant galaxy
Context: Indian astronomers from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) have found the reason behind the strange lack of dark matter in the galaxy NGC 1052-DF2. Relevance : GS 3(Science and Technology) Background: Previous Studies: Surprising Findings: New Learnings: Model Construction: Implications:
AI can supercharge forecasting if it can weather some challenges
Core Idea Relevance : GS 3(Technology and Disaster Management) How AI/ML Differs from Traditional Weather Models Recent Indian Efforts Major Challenges Data Limitations Human Resource Gap Interpretability & Trust Issues Global Perspective AI/ML for Extreme Events Way Forward
Scientists find green way to recycle toxic perovskite solar cells
Background on Perovskite Solar Cells Relevance : GS 3(Science and Technology) New Breakthrough: Water-Based Green Recycling Method Key Components of the New Recycling Process Recycling of Entire Solar Cell Significance & Environmental Impact Future Implications Expert Commentary
Scientists using James Webb telescope
Context: Relevance : GS 3(Science and Technology) Highlights: Biosignature Detection: Nature of the Exoplanet – K2-18 b: Scientific Caution: Significance: Breakthrough in Astrobiology: Role of James Webb Space Telescope: Broader Implications:
How can V2G technology help India’s power sector?
What is V2G Technology? Relevance : GS 3(Technology , Energy) Global Status of V2G V2G in India: Current Scenario Key Project: KSEB-IIT Bombay Collaboration Potential Benefits for India’s Power Sector