What are rare-earth elements and why is everyone looking for them
Why in news ? Relevance Basics — What are rare-earth elements? Why rare-earths matter — technology & applications (evidence-based) ? Global distribution — reserves & strategic geography Why mining is not enough — the ‘midstream bottleneck’ ? Why refining is strategic ? China’s dominance — data and implications Emerging global responses India — opportunities & […]
ISRO LVM-3 — 6-tonne US Satellite Launch
Why is it in news? Relevance Core Facts & Data About LVM-3 What makes this mission significant? About the Payload — BlueBird Block-2 India’s Commercial Launch Trajectory — Evidence Broader Strategic Relevance Challenges & Next-Step Priorities
Rhino Dehorning & Poaching Decline
Why is it in News? Relevance Global Rhino Status: Core Findings of the Study Impact of Dehorning Methodology Why Dehorning Works ? Economics of Poaching Behavioural Reality of Poachers Limits of Enforcement-Only Models How Dehorning Is Done (Animal Welfare) ? India–Africa Contrast African Context Indian & Nepali Model Role of Local Communities & Rangers Conservation […]
How are we protecting astronauts from deadly space debris?
Why in News ? Relevance GS III – Science & Technology GS II – International Relations What is MMOD? A. Micrometeoroids B. Orbital Debris (Space Junk) Scale of the Problem: Global Data Orbital Debris in Low Earth Orbit (LEO: 200–2,000 km) Distribution Why Space Debris Is So Dangerous Kinetic Energy Reality Directional Risk The Kessler Syndrome: A Systemic Threat […]
ISRO Set to Launch Mobile Broadband Satellite
Why in News Relevance GS III – Science & Technology Mission at a Glance What is BlueBird Block-2? AST SpaceMobile Network: Key Facts Strategic Significance for India Space Commercialisation Heavy-Lift Credibility Digital & Developmental Implications Geopolitical & Strategic Dimensions Regulatory & Policy Context Challenges & Concerns Way Forward
DHRUV64 Indigenous Microprocessor
Why is it in News? Relevance GS III – Science & Technology What is DHRUV64? Why Microprocessors Matter Strategically What Do DHRUV64’s Specifications Mean? Capability Assessment Comparative Perspective India’s Indigenous Processor Ecosystem DHRUV64 is not standalone, but part of a broader pipeline: Processor Institution Use Case SHAKTI IIT Madras Strategic & commercial systems AJIT IIT Bombay Control […]
KAVACH Anti-Collision System
Why is it in News? Relevance What is KAVACH? What Problems Does KAVACH Address? How Does KAVACH Work? (Core Architecture) KAVACH is a real-time, fail-safe system built on continuous communication. Five Major Components Operational Features Current Implementation Status (as per Govt) Why is KAVACH Considered Strategic? Challenges & Limitations Policy & Governance Angle Conclusion KAVACH is India’s […]
Gannon’s Storm discovery
Why in News? Relevance GS Paper III – Science & Technology GS Paper III – Disaster Management Basics First: What Is a Solar Storm? What Is a Coronal Mass Ejection (CME)? What Was Unusual in the May 2024 Storm? 1. Collision of Two CMEs in Space 2. Magnetic Reconnection Inside the CME (First-Ever Direct Evidence) […]
Filaments
WHY IN NEWS ? Relevance : GS Paper III – Science & Technology GS Paper I – Physical Geography (World Geography Interface) WHAT ARE COSMIC / GALAXY FILAMENTS? STRUCTURE OF THE COSMIC WEB The large-scale universe is arranged into: HOW DO COSMIC FILAMENTS FORM? WHY ARE FILAMENTS CALLED “COSMIC HIGHWAYS”? HOW DO ASTRONOMERS DETECT FILAMENTS? […]
International Astronomical Union approves seven new Indian names for Martian features
WHY IN NEWS? Relevance GS3 – Space / Science & Technology• Planetary nomenclature standards set by IAU.• India’s scientific contributions through ISRO and planetary missions.• Strengthening planetary geology databases and mission planning.• Recognition of Indian scientists and heritage sites.• Space diplomacy and global scientific integration. GS2 – Governance / International Institutions• India’s role in multilateral scientific bodies.• Soft power through scientific naming.• Institutional cooperation for […]