Status of African cheetah as per IUCN
The Northeast African Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus soemmeringii), a group of experts has recently appealed to the International Union for Conservation
Cyber kidnapping
A Chinese student’s cyber kidnapping recently shed light on the growing threat of virtual abductions. What is Cyber Kidnapping? Ref: Source UPSC
Green Cover Index
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to introduce initiative – the “Green Cover
LK-99- Room Temperature Superconductivity
A recent research of scientists from China and Japan has rekindled the discussion on room temperature superconductivity, particularly focusing on the Meissner effect observed in copper-substituted lead apatite (LK-99).
Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) recently conducted a successful test of a 100 W class Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell based
CCI study on iron ore mining, pricing and export issues
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) recently conducted a market study focusing on the mining sector, particularly iron ore, to assess competition
Rejupave technology
The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has successfully utilised an indigenous road construction technology “Rejupave technology” to build high-altitude bituminous road sections at the Sela tunnel and LGG-Damteng-Yangste
Ratle Hydroelectric Project
A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) was recently signed to offtake power generated from Ratle Hydroelectric Project, Kishtwar, by Ratle Hydro Electric Power Corporation
Prithvi Vigyan Scheme
The Union Cabinet recently sanctioned the Prithvi Vigyan (Prithvi) scheme, a comprehensive initiative of the Ministry of Earth Sciences. About Prithvi Vigyan
Direct-to-Cell technology
SpaceX recently introduced Starlink Direct-to-Cell, a groundbreaking satellite internet service set to transform connectivity in remote Indian regions. About Starlink Direct to Cell: Benefits