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 […]
Google’s new AI finds promising approach for cancer treatment
Why is it in the News? Relevance AI in Drug Discovery C2S-Scale 27B The Problem Traditional Methods vs AI Overview Novel Approach Scientific Validation Technological Significance Medical and Societal Implications Challenges & Next Steps
How does Gaganyaan’s vital crew escape system work?
Why is it in the News? Relevance: Basic Concepts CES Functionality Types of CES Type Mechanism Example Notes Puller Pulls crew module away from rocket Gaganyaan Uses thrust to extract module; safer integration with solid-fuel boosters Pusher Pushes crew module away using high-thrust engines SpaceX Falcon 9 Compact liquid-fuel engines; suitable for different propulsion tech […]
Quantum leap by Indian researchers in boosting digital security
Why in News Relevance Basics Key Scientific Concepts The Breakthrough Challenges Ahead
Why we need to change the way we talk about antibiotic resistance
Why in News Relevance Understanding AMR & NDM Evolution of Awareness & Policy Initiatives Communication Crisis Making AMR Personal Shift in Messaging Significance & Policy Implications Conclusion AMR communication must shift from abstract catastrophic statistics to personalized, biology-focused messaging to drive responsible antibiotic use. This approach improves public engagement, policymaking, and sustainable health outcomes.
Seneca Lake ‘Drums’ Mystery
Why is it in News Relevance: What are the Seneca Drums Prevailing Scientific Theory Recent Research Findings Scientific Hypothesis Challenges in Studying the Phenomenon Significance Conclusion
Making ‘room’ for new uses of Chemistry
Why is it in News ? Relevance: What are MOFs Key Scientists and Contributions Special Properties of MOFs Applications Significance of the Nobel Prize Current Trends Conclusion
What is a supermoon?
Basics Relevance : Recent Occurrences Origin and Popularisation Astronomical Significance Cultural and Scientific Relevance Key Takeaways
By reusing old genes, bats became the only mammals able to fly
Basics Relevance : Scientific Question Chiropatagium Mystery Study Approach Key Findings Mechanistic Insights Broader Implications Takeaways
Trio wins Physics Nobel for building device showing Quantum tunnelling
Basics Relevance Core Concepts Contribution of Clarke, Devoret, and Martinis Historical Context Broader Implications