Category: Science & Technology
Food Fortification
Union Food Ministry decided to complete the third phase of universalisation of distribution of fortified rice before March 2024. The Ministry also organised a one-day National Seminar on Rice Fortification.
International Lunar Research Station (ILRS)
Failure of Russia’s Luna-25 has brought in the discussion about International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) which is a collaborative project of Russia and China.
Acoustic Side Channel Attacks
Acoustic Side Channel Attacks are increasing – use of AI deep learning can now be used to crack passwords by analysing keyboard strokes
Ambrosia Beetle and Vehicle Fires
Kerala has launched a study on the suspected role of ambrosia beetle behind bore mark on a vehicle fuel pipe causing automobile fire.
Quantum Computer – Terms in news
Article on Hindu about Quantum gates – the Devices that translate quantum effects to computing awesomeness
3D Printing
India’s first 3D printed post office is now open for business in Bengaluru.
H1N1 (Spanish Flu Virus)
Article in The Hindu about the story of recreation of H1N1 influenza virus which cased the deadliest pandemic (Spanish Flu of 1918) in history
National Supercomputing Mission
9 more supercomputers will be addedin addition with 18 supercomputers being deployed under the National Supercomputing Mission (NCM).
Leidenfrost effect
Article in The Hindu – Science For All | What is Leidenfrost effect?
Dengue and Conjunctivitis
Yamuna river water that led to viral diseases (dengue and conjunctivitis) in Delhi had breached the ‘danger’ mark recently.