science and tech

National Supercomputing Mission (NSM)

Context: The National Supercomputing Mission has completed 10 years since its launch. About National Super Computing Mission (NSM) National Super Computing Mission is a joint initiative of the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and the Ministry of Electronics and Information...

SIPRI Report on Global Arms Spending and Import Trends 2024-25

Context: Recently, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) has released new data on international arms transfers. According to a latest report by SIPRI, India’s military spending in 2024 was nearly nine times that of Pakistan’s expenditure. SIPRI Report on...

Lipids, Types, Structure and Examples

Context: According to a new study from the CSIR-Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (Hyderabad), lipids—fats in cells—also guide evolution by interacting closely with proteins, especially in cell membranes. What are Lipids? Lipids are fats that make up a major...

RNA-Based Antiviral for Deadly Agricultural Virus

Context: According to the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), plant pests and diseases destroy nearly 40% of the world’s annual crops, costing the global agricultural economy more than $220 billion. About Cucumber Mosaic Virus (CMV) Cucumber Mosaic Virus (CMV) is one...

Comprehensive Remote Sensing Observation on Crop Progress (CROP)

Context: ISRO has estimated that India’s wheat production from eight major wheat-producing states will reach 122.724 million tonnes as of March 31, 2025, by using advanced satellite-based remote sensing technologies. Comprehensive Remote Sensing Observation on Crop Progress (CROP) Comprehensive Remote...

Perovskite Solar Cells, Objective and Challenges

Context: Researchers have developed a water-based recycling method for perovskite solar cells. About Perovskite Solar Cells (PSCs) Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) are a type of photovoltaic (PV) cell that utilises perovskite materials in their structure, which differs from traditional silicon-based...

Navy-Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System (NMESIS)

Navy-Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System (NMESIS) Navy-Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System (NMESIS) is a land-based, anti-ship missile system developed by the U.S. Marine Corps to target and destroy enemy ships from coastal areas and islands. It gives small, mobile units...

K2-18b Exoplanet: Potential Biosignatures Detected

Recently, scientists have detected dimethyl sulphide (DMS) and dimethyl disulphide (DMDS) in the atmosphere of the K2-18b exoplanet. The detection was made by a research team from the University of Cambridge using data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST)....

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Technology and its Advantages

Context: Recently, Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) and IIT Bombay have initiated a pilot project to explore the implementation of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology in Kerala. About Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Technology Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Technology is a system where electric vehicles (EVs) can...

India’s First Full-Stack Quantum Computer by QpiAI

Context: Recently, a Bengaluru-based startup QpiAI has launched a full-stack quantum computer with 25 qubits. About QpiAI-Indus: Full-Stack Quantum Computer QpiAI-Indus is India’s first full-stack quantum system, integrating quantum hardware, software and AI-enhanced hybrid computing. Technical Specifications Qubit Count: 25...