Current Affair Category: Science & Technology

Disease X: Why in news? The recent outbreak reported in the first week of December 2024 in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which has claimed over 400 lives and remains unclassified, has raised concerns that it could be an instance of Disease X.  What is Disease X? Disease X is a hypothetical term introduced by […]

India’s inaugural hyperloop test track, developed through a partnership between Indian Railways, IIT-Madras, and TuTr Hyperloop, was officially opened at IIT-Madras’ Discovery Campus in Chennai.   About Hyperloop: Hyperloop is a proposed high-speed transportation system that aims to transport passengers and goods at incredibly fast speeds through low-pressure tubes. It was first conceptualized by Elon […]

Antimatter is a type of material composed of antiparticles, which are counterparts to the particles making up regular matter. These antiparticles have the same mass as particles of normal matter but opposite charges and quantum properties. When antimatter comes into contact with matter, they annihilate each other, releasing vast amounts of energy as gamma rays […]

Mule Hunter AI is an advanced artificial intelligence tool or system designed to detect and prevent fraudulent activities, particularly those involving money mules in financial systems. Money mules are individuals who transfer stolen or illegally obtained funds on behalf of others, often as part of larger schemes like money laundering or cybercrime operations. Key Features […]

Recent studies show that ecDNA is present in nearly 40% of cancer cell lines and up to 90% of brain tumour samples. It contributes significantly to cancer progression and drug resistance by amplifying oncogenes (cancer-causing genes). What is ecDNA? Extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA) is a small fragment of genetic material found outside the main chromosomes. Once […]

Recently, for the first time, scientists have succeeded in taking a zoomed-in picture of the WOH G64 star which is located in another galaxy. WOH G64 is a red supergiant star located in the Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC), a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way. It is among the largest stars known in terms of […]

Satellite reentries refer to the process by which artificial satellites or other space objects descend from orbit back into Earth’s atmosphere. This can occur naturally due to atmospheric drag or intentionally as part of a planned deorbiting process. Depending on the satellite’s size, structure, and reentry trajectory, it may completely burn up during reentry or […]

About Anti-Microbial Resistance (AMR): Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites evolve to resist the effects of antimicrobial drugs (e.g., antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, and antiparasitics). This reduces the efficacy of these drugs, making infections harder to treat and increasing the risk of disease spread, severe illness, and death. Issues […]

Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) is a government-owned enterprise under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). Established in 2011, it plays a key role in promoting renewable energy, particularly solar energy, in India. SECI is pivotal in achieving India’s ambitious renewable energy targets and fostering […]

The Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS): Why in News ? The USA has recently allowed Kyiv to use the Army Tactical Missile System, also known as ATACMS, inside Russia. What is ATACMS? The Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) is a surface-to-surface missile developed by the United States. It is designed to provide long-range precision strikes […]