Archives: Current Affair

Introduction: Recent revelations by scientists shed light on the ongoing ice loss of Antarctica’s Thwaites Glacier, commonly referred to as the “Doomsday Glacier.” This glacier has been experiencing significant ice depletion since the 1940s, prompting concerns about its implications for global sea levels. Understanding the Thwaites Glacier: The Thwaites Glacier, situated in the remote Amundsen […]

In a recent study, researchers from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have unveiled the presence of a novel species of head-shield sea slug, named ‘Melanochlamys Droupadi’, along the coastal regions of Odisha and West Bengal. Characteristics of Melanochlamys Droupadi: This newly discovered marine species of head-shield sea slug exhibits distinct features, notably adorned with […]

Introduction: Recently, the Prime Minister unveiled the Vikramaditya Vedic Clock, a groundbreaking timepiece situated atop an 85-foot tower within the historical Jantar Mantar complex in Ujjain. Overview of the Vikramaditya Vedic Clock: This innovative creation marks a significant milestone as the world’s inaugural ‘Vedic Clock,’ meticulously crafted to synchronize with the ancient Indian traditional Panchang […]

Introduction: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently revealed the four astronauts designated for India’s maiden crewed space mission, Gaganyaan. This groundbreaking initiative marks a significant milestone in India’s space exploration journey. Let’s delve into the current status of the mission and its various components. The Astronaut Team: Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, […]

Introduction: Google DeepMind’s latest creation, Genie, represents a groundbreaking advancement in AI technology, poised to revolutionize the gaming industry by empowering users to fashion their own virtual universes. This article delves into the intricacies of Genie, elucidating its capabilities and significance. Understanding Genie: Genie, conceived by Google DeepMind, is an innovative AI model designed to […]

Introduction: National Science Day, observed on February 28th, marks a pivotal moment in scientific history – the announcement of the discovery of the “Raman Effect” by physicist Sir CV Raman. This designation by the Government of India in 1986 pays tribute to Raman’s groundbreaking contribution to science. The Man Behind the Discovery: Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman, […]

Introduction: The Genome India project, a groundbreaking endeavor aimed at mapping the genetic landscape of the Indian population, holds immense promise in unraveling genetic predispositions to diseases and advancing tailored treatments. Recently, the government-backed initiative achieved a significant milestone by successfully sequencing 10,000 whole genomes of healthy individuals from diverse regions across the country. Let’s […]

Introduction: Morarji Desai, India’s Prime Minister from 1977-79, remains enshrined in public memory for two significant reasons: his rare leap year birthday and the contentious tale of his purported habit of consuming urine, humorously dubbed ‘Morarji Cola.’ This article delves into the veracity of this enduring legend surrounding the esteemed leader. The Historic Context: Born […]

Background Researchers have unveiled Garbhini-GA2, an innovative artificial intelligence (AI) model tailored specifically for India. This model aims to accurately ascertain the gestational age of foetuses during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. Development and Collaboration Garbhini-GA2 is the outcome of collaborative efforts between the Indian Institute of Technology Madras and the Translational Health […]

Introduction to Large Language Models (LLMs) In the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), the conversational prowess exhibited by Generative AI models owes its existence to a critical component known as the Large Language Model (LLM). Exploring Large Language Models (LLMs) Large language models (LLMs) represent a category of AI programs adept at text recognition and […]