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Raccoon Dogs

In News A new analysis of genetic data collected from the Huanan Seafood Market in Wuhan, China, has linked coronavirus to raccoon dogs About Raccoon Dogs Raccoon dogs are neither dogs nor raccoons. They belong to the canid family and are closely related to foxes. They are the only canids that hibernate during the winter.  […]

India sees an increase in Sugar Exports

In News  India has become the world’s largest producer and consumer of sugar. About Sugarcane is a tall, perennial grass used to make sugar, ethanol and paper.  Sugar industry impacts the livelihood of about 50 million sugarcane farmers and around 5 lakh workers directly employed in sugar mills. Crop Conditions:  Temperature: Between 21-27°C with hot […]

Background Radiation Levels in Kerala

In News The pan-India study by scientists at the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) has found that in parts of Kerala, background radiation levels are nearly three times more than what’s been assumed. The pan-India study was conducted by scientists at the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) and measured radiation levels from nearly 100,000 locations […]

Homi Jehangir Bhabha & Vikram Sarabhai

In Context Recently, the SonyLiv series ‘Rocket Boys’, which focuses on the lives of Indian scientists Homi J Bhabha and Vikram Sarabhai, premiered.  Homi J Bhabha and Vikram Sarabhai had their mark contributions in creating landmark scientific programmes and institutions in a newly-independent India. Homi Jehangir Bhabha  Early life: Homi Jehangir Bhabha was born on […]

Horseshoe Crabs

In News Scientists have urged the Odisha government to immediately come up with a robust protection mechanism before the horseshoe crabs become extinct due to destructive fishing practices.  About Horseshoe Crab Horseshoe crabs are marine and brackish water arthropods of the family Limulidae and the only living members of the order Xiphosura. Four living species […]

AFINDEX and African Chiefs Conclave

In News The Indian Army will host the second edition of the Africa-India field training exercise (AFINDEX-23) and African Chiefs Conclave in Pune.  Over 22 countries are scheduled to attend the conclave while 20 countries are expected to be part of the exercise. Background  The first Africa-India field training exercise was held in Pune in […]

Starberry-Sense

In News  Researchers at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) have developed a low-cost star sensor for astronomy and small CubeSat class satellite missions. [Exploded view of Starberry-Sense star sensor] Image Courtesy: TH About Starberry-Sense The star sensor named Starberry-Sense can help small CubeSat class satellite missions find their orientation in space. the Starberry-Sense is […]

Western Ghats

In News Recently, the Supreme Court directed the Environment Ministry to file its counter-affidavit to a petition seeking judicial intervention to protect the Western Ghats from destruction. About The Western Ghats are a 1600 km long mountain chain along the west coast of India running from the river Tapi in the north to Kanyakumari in […]

Low-Temperature Thermal Desalination (LTTD)

In News National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) is working at making the Low-Temperature Thermal Desalination technology process free of emissions. About Desalination is a process that takes away mineral components from saline water. It is  used in places where freshwater supplies are scarce and seawater is readily available. Desalination is easily scalable and can […]

PM MITRA scheme

In News The Ministry of Textiles will shortly name the States identified for implementation of Prime Minister MITRA (Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel) scheme. About States are identified through the challenge route and the PM MITRA parks will provide the best ecosystem for the textile industry to be collectively present in one location, with […]