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Qimingxing-50

In News  China’s first fully solar-powered unmanned aerial vehicle has successfully completed its maiden test flight with all onboard systems functioning optimally. About Qimingxing-50 or Morning Star-50 It is a large machine powered entirely by solar panels and has wingspan of 164-ft The high-altitude, long-endurance (HALE) UAV can stay airborne for long durations.  It flies […]

Urban Flooding

In News Many urban areas in India face flooding and water stagnation related issues during the monsoon season.  Case Study: Bengaluru Urban Flooding Location & Formation of Lakes:  Bengaluru is located at the top of a ridge which is the water divide between the watersheds of the Kaveri and the Ponnaiyar (Dakshina Pinakini) rivers. Original […]

Climate Reparation

In News Recently, Pakistan has begun demanding reparations, or compensation from the rich countries for the worst flooding disaster in its history. Key Points Pakistan’s Arguments: Rich countries are mainly responsible for causing climate change.  While Pakistan makes negligible contribution to global warming, it has been among the most vulnerable to climate change.  The current […]

International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies Swachh Vayu Diwas

In News Recently, the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change organized the 3rd International Day of Clean Air for blue skies as Swachh Vayu Diwas to raise awareness and facilitate actions to improve air quality under National Clean Air Programme (NCAP). History The United Nations General Assembly during its 74th session in 2019 […]

Kirit Parikh Committee

In News  The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has set up a Committee under noted energy expert Kirit Parikh to review the current gas pricing formula. Background   The Centre has begun a review of the pricing formula for domestically-produced gas amid rising concerns over skyrocketing global natural gas prices jacking up energy and industrial […]

Cheetah Reintroduction in India

In News The Prime Minister of India will soon launch the first global intercontinental carnivore translocation of African cheetahs from Namibia to Kuno-Palpur National Park in India. More about the news Eight animals sourced from Namibia and currently quarantined in South Africa for medical evaluation are expected to arrive in India. The translocation of cheetahs […]

One Nation-One Fertiliser Policy

In News Recently, the experts have cited that the new fertiliser branding plan must be reviewed as marketing under the single brand name of “Bharat” is ill-advised. About One nation-One Fertiliser Policy The concept of One Nation-One Fertilizer (ONOF) will be implemented from October 2, 2022.  As part of the initiative, crop nutrients – urea, di-ammonium phosphate […]

Women in Engineering, Science, and Technology (WEST)

In News Recently, a new I-STEM (Indian Science Technology and Engineering facilities Map) initiative called “Women in Engineering, Science, and Technology (WEST)” was launched. Key Points Empowering Women: The WEST programme will cater to women with a STEM background and empower them to contribute to the science, technology, and innovation ecosystem.  Separate platform to scientifically […]

Black Garden Queen Ant

In News  According to a recent study, insulin-suppressing protein may be responsible for the five-fold increase in longevity in queen ants compared to worker ants. Generally, species with a faster metabolism for reproduction are associated with a shorter life span.  Ants are a notable exception to this generally accepted rule. About Black Garden Queen Ant […]

Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)-Mk2

In News Recently, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) sanctioned the development of Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)-Mk2 at a total cost of ?9,000 crore. About  The LCA-Mk2 will be a heavier and much more capable aircraft than the current LCA variants and the LCA-Mk1A. Features: The Mk2 is 1350 mm longer, featuring canards Enhanced range […]

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