Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) detected on another star
Why in News? Relevance: GS 3 – Science & Tech What Is a Coronal Mass Ejection (CME)? The Breakthrough Discovery About the Host Star: StKM 1-1262 Scientific Significance Breakthrough for Stellar Space Weather New Methodology Implications for Planetary Habitability Atmospheric Erosion Reassessing Exoplanet Habitability Models Astronomy & Astrophysics Relevance Why This Matters for the Future […]
How is the global precision medicine market shaping up?
Why in News? Relevance: GS 3 – Science & Technology GS 2 – Health What Are Precision Biotherapeutics? Core Technologies Why India Needs Precision Biotherapeutics Where India Stands: Current Status Government & Research Initiatives Private Sector Efforts Challenges for India Regulatory Manufacturing & Infrastructure Cost & Access Data Governance Risks India’s Opportunities
Holding up GLASS to India; securing stewardship to tackle AMR
Why is this in news? Relevance Basics Key global findings (GLASS 2025) India-specific findings Current efforts in India Major weaknesses identified Expert assessments Abdul Ghafur V. Ramasubramanian Ella Balasa Antibiotic development pipeline (critical analysis) Global pipeline trends India’s status Limitations Features needed in next-generation antibiotics Global and industry-side initiatives AMR Industry Alliance Funding gaps Kerala […]
What’s the status of the rare earth hypothesis?
Why in News ? Relevance:GS 3 – Science & Technology• Exoplanet discovery missions – JWST, Kepler, TRAPPIST-1• Rare Earth Hypothesis (Ward & Brownlee) – planetary habitability factors• Role of astrophysics, geology, and biology in astrobiology research• Technological advancements in telescope instrumentation and data analytics GS 1 – Geography (Universe & Earth Systems)• Earth’s uniqueness and conditions supporting life• Relevance of planetary evolution and habitability in Earth […]
Why do astronauts wear pressurised suits?
Relevance: GS 3 – Science & Technology (Space Technology) • Human spaceflight safety systems – pressure, oxygen, and temperature regulation • Gaganyaan mission and indigenous crew module development • Collaboration with Russia (Sokol KV-2 suit technology) • Physics behind decompression, Boyle’s law, and vacuum effects on human body • Space suit design as application of materials and life-support engineering Why is wearing IVA […]
Nutritional Transformation
Why in News? Relevance: GS 3 – Science & Technology, Food Security & Nutrition• Nutrigenomics, bio-fortification, and bioprocessing innovations• Transition from food security to nutritional security• Smart protein ecosystem – plant-based, fermentation, cultivated meat• Sustainable agriculture and circular bioeconomy• Regulatory frameworks – FSSAI, biotechnology safety, and innovation policy GS 2 – Governance & Health• Nutritional […]
GSAT-7R: India’s Heaviest Military Communication Satellite
Why in News ? Relevance: Basic Details Key Features Significance Strategic & Security Dimensions Technological Dimensions Broader Context Challenges & Future Outlook
Anti-GM activists question advantages of ICAR’s two gene-edited rice varieties
Why in News? Relevance : GS-3 (Science & Technology): GS-2 (Governance): GS-3 (Environment & Agriculture): Basic Concepts 1. Genetic Modification (GM) vs Genome Editing (GE): 2. ICAR’s Role: About the Two Varieties 1. Pusa DST-1 (IET 32043): 2. DRR Dhan 100 “Kamala” (IET 32072): Allegations by the Coalition for a GM-Free India 1. Data Contradictions: […]
According to a survey of 25 countries, Indians are least aware of AI
Why in News ? Relevance : Key Findings (India-Specific Data) Parameter India 25-Country Median Remark Heard or read a lot/little about AI 46% 81% Lowest among all countries Heard or read a lot about AI 14% ~50% (in developed nations) Very low awareness Awareness among youth (18–34 years) 19% Much higher in others 2nd lowest globally […]
India’s roadmap in solar and space physics
Context Relevance: Basics of Solar Phenomena Term Definition Key Fact Solar Flare Sudden massive explosion on sun; energy release from twisted magnetic fields Emits across radio, X-ray, gamma rays Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) Large plasma discharge from sun’s corona Can disrupt satellites, power grids Solar Wind Continuous outflow of charged particles from corona Interacts with […]