Context: After the astounding success of the World’s largest Solar Tree of 11.5 kWp, CSIR-CMERI intend to further its efforts towards strengthening the Renewable Energy commitments. CSIR-CMERI has expertise in design and development of various capacity Solar Artifacts for multifaceted uses ranging from fulfilling localized energy demand to boosting Agricultural …

Context: Low ozone over Brahmaputra River Valley brings good news for health of people Scientists at the Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES), Nainital an autonomous research institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) Govt. of India have evaluated the near surface ozone in the Brahmaputra River …

Learn about: chandrayaan-1, chandrayaan-2 and chandrayaan-3 – objective and significance. CONTEXT: Images sent by Chandrayaan-1 indicate possible impact of Earth’s atmosphere on Moon. RECENT FINDINGS: • ISRO’s maiden mission to the Moon has sent images which show that Moon may be rusting along the poles. • The sign of this …

CONTEXT: NEWLY DISCOVERED INTERACTION BETWEEN LIGHT AND MOLECULES CAN POWER OPTICAL DEVICES HAS BEEN PUBLISHED IN THE Journal of Physical Chemistry. Low reflection lenses, high reflection mirrors in devices such as better binoculars and telescopes, colour changing paints, and inks may now be powered by a newly discovered property of …

Context: Department of Biotechnology supported GCLP Facility for Viral Immunogenicity Testing now open for operations. Department of Biotechnology, Government of India has taken myriads of initiatives to increase investments in research and development (R&D) of affordable Biotech healthcare products. Establishment of National Biopharma Mission is one such endeavour to identify …

CONTEXT: India has climbed 4 spots and has been ranked 48thby the World Intellectual Property Organization in the Global Innovation Index 2020 rankings. In midst of the Covid -19 pandemic, it comes as an uplifting news for India, and is a testament of its robust R&D Ecosystem. India was at …

Context: Canister bag that solidifies infectious secretions like COVID 19can save health workers from exposure during handling. Infectious secretions from contagious diseases such as COVID 19, tuberculosis (TB), and influenza poses high risk for healthcare workers. Their exposure to the high-risk hazard while handling the waste can soon be controlled …

Context: Government Blocks 118 Mobile Apps Which are Prejudicial to Sovereignty and Integrity of India, Defence of India, Security of State and Public Order The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India invoking it’s power under section 69A of the Information Technology Act read with the relevant provisions …

CONTEXT: NIDHI-EIR BROCHURE FEATURING ENTREPRENEURS IN RESIDENCE LAUNCHED About NIDHI-EIR: Department of Science and Technology (DST) has announced National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations (NIDHI) as an umbrella programme for nurturing ideas and innovations (knowledge-based and technology-driven) into successful startups. Entrepreneurs-in- Residence (EIR) Programme is one of the programs …

Learn about: Astrosat- objectives, accomplishment, significance and way forward. For upsc prelims and mains. CONTEXT: As a landmark achievement in Space missions, Indian Astronomers have discovered one of the farthest Star galaxies in the universe. It is a matter of pride that India’s first Multi-Wavelength Space Observatory “AstroSat” has detected …