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Category: 22 May 2024
F-16 fighter jet piloted by AI
Source: BS Context: In a groundbreaking development at Edwards Air Force Base, an experimental F-16 fighter jet was recently piloted by artificial intelligence (AI) rather than a human. What is F-16 Fighting Falcon? It has been developed by Lockheed Martin, is a multirole fighter jet renowned for its agility and versatility. It has …
Manipuri Pony
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DTE Context: Manipur has taken decisive steps to safeguard its iconic Manipuri Pony, known as Meitei Sagol, from extinction. About Meitei Sagol: It is one of India’s seven recognized horse and pony breeds, and is known for its short stature yet remarkable attributes like stamina, agility, and intelligence. …
Venus
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Physicsworld Conext: A new study suggests that Venus is losing water much faster than previously thought, with researchers identifying a mechanism in the Venusian ionosphere responsible for this accelerated water loss. Venus may have once had oceans, but now only 0.002% of its atmosphere is water vapor. The …
Doppler Radar Speed Guns
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: TH Context: The Consumer Affairs Ministry has proposed new rules for radar speed guns used to measure vehicle speeds on roads. According to the draft rules, radar equipment installed after the finalization of the rules must be verified and stamped within one year. Existing equipment should also undergo verification …
ICC issues arrest warrant against Isreal’s PM and Hamas leader
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Context: The Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) requested arrest warrants against leaders of Hamas and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel about the October 7, 2023 attacks and the war in Palestine. What is the International Criminal Court? The International Criminal Court (ICC) is a …
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Antarctic Parliament Meets in Kochi
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: IE Conext: India has hosted the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM 46) in Kochi, organized by the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research through the Ministry of Earth Sciences. What is ATCM (also called Antarctic Parliament) The Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM) is an annual gathering …
Iranian President’death and its impact on Geopolitics
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: International Relations Source: IE Context: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi’s death in a helicopter crash raises questions on middle east geopolitics. About Ebrahim Raisi: Born December 14, 1960, he rose from a clerical family in Mashhad, Iran, to hold prominent positions in the government, including Tehran’s prosecutor and Iran’s judiciary …
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