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Japan’s H3 Rocket

Source: THSubject: Science and technology Context: Japan’s flagship H3 rocket successfully blasted off from the Tanegashima Space Center, months after its previous mission in December ended in failure due to a premature second-stage engine termination. Japan’s H3 Rocket About Japan’s H3 Rocket: What It Is? The H3 rocket is Japan's next-generation, liquid-propellant flagship launch vehicle …

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The Varya AI Model

Source: PIBSubject: Science and Technology Context: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has officially unveiled "Varya", India’s first indigenous, distilled video story-generating AI model. The Varya AI Model About The Varya AI Model: What It Is? Varya is a groundbreaking, indigenous foundation AI video model engineered using advanced machine learning distillation. It acts …

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Night Vision Devices (NVDs)

Source: BSSubject: Science and technology Context: India is aggressively scaling up its indigenous combat readiness along its contested borders by modernizing its tactical night-fighting gear. Highlighted by the defense ministry's massive ₹659.47 crore contract for Netro NW 3000 night sights and the commissioning of Bharat Electronics Limited's (BEL) dedicated electro-optics facility in Andhra Pradesh. Night …

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E85 Fuel

Source: IESubject: Science and Technology Context: Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas launched E85 fuel at a retail outlet in New Delhi. E85 Fuel About E85 Fuel: What It Is? E85 is a high-ethanol, heavy-alcohol biofuel blend composed of 80% to 85% ethanol and 14% to 19% conventional petrol. It functions as a specialized …

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Exoplanet WASP-94A b

Source: ETSubject: Science and technology Context: Scientists using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have mapped weather patterns on the exoplanet WASP-94A b, located nearly 700 light-years from Earth. Exoplanet WASP-94A b About Exoplanet WASP-94A b: What It Is? WASP-94A b is a gaseous extra-solar planet located approximately 700 lightyears away from Earth. Its atmospheric …

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The MAVEN Mars Mission

Source: NASASubject: Science and Technology Context: NASA has officially begun the decommissioning process for the MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution) spacecraft after an anomaly review board determined it is unrecoverable. The MAVEN Mars Mission About The MAVEN Mars Mission: What It Is? MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution) was NASA's first robotic space probe …

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India’s First Flex-Fuel Passenger Vehicle

Source: News on AirSubject: Science and technology Context: Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas launched India’s first flex-fuel passenger vehicle, developed by Maruti Suzuki, in New Delhi. India's First Flex-Fuel Passenger Vehicle About India's First Flex-Fuel Passenger Vehicle: What It Is? A Flex-Fuel Vehicle (FFV) is an advanced transport solution equipped with an internal …

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RTX Spark Chip

Source: IESubject: Science and Technology Context: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang unveiled the RTX Spark superchip at the Computex 2026 exhibition in Taipei. RTX Spark Chip About RTX Spark Chip: What It Is? The RTX Spark is a Superchip—an integrated processor designed specifically for Windows AI laptops and compact desktops. Unlike traditional computers that use separate …

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Coal Gasification

Source: THSubject: Science and Technology Context: Union Coal and Mines Minister announced a ₹37,500-crore incentive package during a roadshow to promote surface coal gasification. Coal Gasification: About Coal Gasification: What It Is? Coal gasification is a chemical process that breaks down and converts coal or lignite into synthetic gas, commonly known as syngas. Instead of …

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Blue Micromoon

Source: IESubject: Science and Technology Context: An unusual astronomical event known as a Blue Micromoon became visible in the night sky. According to NASA, this specific full moon was the farthest, smallest, and dimmest of the year, marking a dual phenomenon that will not repeat until the year 2053. Blue Micromoon: About Blue Micromoon: What …

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On-Screen Marking (OSM) system

Source: THSubject: Science and Technology Context: Following the release of the Class 12 board examination results, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is facing intense public backlash over massive discrepancies in its newly implemented On-Screen Marking (OSM) system. On-Screen Marking About On-Screen Marking (OSM) system: What It Is? On-Screen Marking (OSM) is a digital …

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5G Network Slicing

Source: IESubject: Science and Technology Context: Bharti Airtel’s launch of India's first consumer-focused 5G network slicing plan, called 'Priority Postpaid,' has ignited a fresh regulatory debate over net neutrality. 5G Network Slicing About 5G Network Slicing: What It Is? 5G Network Slicing is an architecture that allows a telecom operator to divide a single physical …

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India’s First SkyCast System

Source: PIBSubject: Science and Technology Context: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated India’s first 'SkyCast' System at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI), New Delhi. India's First SkyCast System About India's First SkyCast System: What It Is? SkyCast is a next-generation, integrated atmospheric remote sensing system designed for aviation weather monitoring. It brings together multiple real-time …

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The Chandrayaan-2 Dual Frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar (DFSAR)

Source: ISROSubject: Science and Technology Context: Scientists from the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad, used observations from Chandrayaan-2’s Dual Frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar (DFSAR) to discover evidence of subsurface water-ice in the Moon's South Polar Region. The Chandrayaan-2 About The Chandrayaan-2 Dual Frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar (DFSAR): What It Is? The Dual Frequency Synthetic Aperture …

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Babesia Infection

Source: THSubject: Science and Technology Context: Two Asiatic lion cubs have died in Gujarat’s Gir National Park due to a suspected Babesia infection, while three other lion fatalities were linked to natural causes and territorial infighting. Babesia Infection About Babesia Infection: What It Is? Babesia infection (or Babesiosis) is a tick-borne clinical disease caused by …

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Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Communication

[ca_topic  source="PIB" source_url="https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2265979&reg=3&lang=1" subject="Science and Technology"] Context: The TRAI has extended the deadline for stakeholders to submit written comments and counter-comments on its Consultation Paper on the Regulatory Framework for Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Communication. Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Communication About Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Communication: What It Is? Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) is an advanced, high-performance wireless communication system that allows smart …

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India’s First Indigenous Hydrogen Train

Prelims in Focus : Science and Technology Source: TOISubject: Science and Technology Context: Indian Railways has officially approved the operational rollout of the country's first-ever indigenous 10-car Hydrogen Fuel Cell-based trainset on the Jind-Sonipat section in Haryana. India's First Indigenous Hydrogen Train About India's First Indigenous Hydrogen Train: What It Is? The train is a …

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CLEAR Technology

Source: DD NewsSubject: Science and Technology Context: Researchers in India have developed a groundbreaking protein imaging platform called CLEAR, which allows multiple proteins to be mapped within a single biological sample using a single fluorescent marker. CLEAR Technology About CLEAR Technology: What It Is? A novel, highly multiplexed spatial protein imaging platform that allows a …

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Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE 802.11be)

Source: TOISubject: Science and Technology Context: Global networking brand TP-Link announced the start of local manufacturing for its Wi-Fi 7 product portfolio in India, beginning with enterprise access points. Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE 802.11be) About Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE 802.11be): What It Is? Wi-Fi 7 is the newest generation of wireless communication, formally designated as IEEE 802.11be …

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