What is Search and Rescue Aid Tool (SARAT)?

The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has recently upgraded its Search and Rescue Aid Tool (SARAT), which aims to enhance the effectiveness of sea rescue operations conducted by Indian agencies, including the Coast Guard. The tool now ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

India’s First Diabetes Biobank in Chennai

India has taken a step forward in diabetes research with the establishment of its first diabetes biobank in Chennai, spearheaded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) in collaboration with the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF), aims to enhance ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

NISAR Satellite Launch Set for March 2025

In March 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch the NISAR satellite, a milestone in space exploration, the 2.8-tonne satellite will be deployed using the GSLV Mk-II rocket. NISAR represents a collaborative effort between India and the United ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

SAMARTH Centres

The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has established four Smart Advanced Manufacturing and Rapid Transformation Hub (SAMARTH) Centres, aiming to enhance competitiveness in the Indian capital goods sector. The centers are strategically located in Pune, Delhi, and Bengaluru, focusing on ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

ISRO’s Successful CE20 Engine Sea-Level Test

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a milestone by completing a sea-level test of its CE20 cryogenic engine, at the ISRO Propulsion Complex in Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu, this test is crucial for upcoming space missions. The CE20 engine ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

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Why Jupiter’s Moon Io is the Most Volcanic Place in the Solar System?

Recent discoveries have brought to light the extraordinary volcanic activity on Jupiter’s moon Io. NASA’s Juno mission has provided new insights, confirming Io as the most volcanically active body in our solar system, published in Nature, addresses a long-standing mystery ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

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ESA’s EnVision Mission to Study Venus

The European Space Agency (ESA) has officially confirmed the EnVision mission to explore Venus, which aims to deepen our understanding of Earth’s closest planetary neighbor. Scheduled to launch in 2031, EnVision will utilize advanced radar technology to penetrate Venus’s harsh ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

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Sora: OpenAI Launches AI Video Generation Tool

OpenAI has introduced Sora, a cutting-edge AI tool that transforms written commands into videos, marking advancement in text-to-video technology, allowing users to create imaginative content effortlessly. However, OpenAI is prioritizing safety and ethical considerations in its deployment. Features of Sora ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

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NASA Studies New X-ray Binary System

NASA’s Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE) has recently investigated the X-ray binary system Swift J1727.8-1613, also known as Swift J1727. This system consists of two stars in orbit, one collapsed into a black hole after exhausting its nuclear fuel. Formation ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

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Elon Musk Reaches Historic $400 Billion Net Worth

Elon Musk is the first person to achieve a net worth of $400 billion, a milestone driven by financial moves and political developments. Musk sold shares of SpaceX, which greatly increased his wealth, and the recent U.S. election results also ..

Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs