Vibe Coding
‘Vibe coding’ is the latest trend catching up in the Technology and AI space.
- Using AI tools like large language models (LLMs) to generate code based on natural language prompts, making coding accessible to non-programmers.
- Users describe tasks in plain text, and AI generates, executes, and debugs the code.
- Advantages – Simplifies coding, accelerates development, and reduces cognitive load for users.
- Challenges – May lead to security risks, lack of deep understanding, and reliance on AI-generated outputs
Chapata Chilli
Chapata chilli has been granted the GI (Geographical Indication) tag.
- Also known as – Warangal Chapata Chilli or Tomato Chilli
- Known for its bright red color, low pungency, and high oleoresin content, making it ideal for food coloring and pickles.
- Primarily grown in Telangana
National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research
National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) is commemorating its 25th foundation day.
- India’s premier institution for polar and ocean research
- Located in Goa
- Administers the Indian Antarctic Programme and maintains research stations like Bharati and Maitri.
- Research Areas – Focuses on polar science, oceanography, climate studies, and mineral exploration
Baku to Belem Roadmap
India urges BRICS nations to unite on ‘Baku to Belem Roadmap’ to mobilise USD 1.3 trillion in climate finance annually by 2035 to support Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
- A climate finance framework aiming to mobilize $1.3 trillion annually by 2035 for developing countries13.
- Key Features – Combines grants, concessional loans, and private investments to support low-carbon development.
- Led by UNFCCC COP Presidencies of Azerbaijan and Brazil.
- Focus Areas – Promotes equity, addresses systemic barriers, and strengthens global partnerships
Pope’s Pit Viper
New Study has uncoded the mysteries of how the venom of Pope’s Pit Viper works.
- Habitat – Tropical, sub-tropical wet mountain forests, bamboo forests, mountain scrublands, swamps etc.
- Distribution – India, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Malaysia.
- Native to northern and northeastern parts of India.
- IUCN Status – Least Concern.