Source: TOI Subject: Environment Context: A new IIT Madras–led study published in Science Advances shows that air pollution aerosols are intensifying and prolonging winter fog over north India. About Aerosols: What they are? Aerosols are tiny solid or liquid particles suspended in the atmosphere, often invisible to the naked eye, that strongly influence air quality, …
Source: TOI Subject: Defence Exercise Context: The Indian Army is set to become the first armed force in the world to operationally deploy ramjet-powered artillery shells for its 155 mm guns. About Army set to deploy ramjet-powered shells for 155 mm artillery guns: What it is? Ramjet-powered artillery shells are advanced 155 mm projectiles fitted …
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Source: DD News Context: IIT Madras has partnered with the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare to launch Project VISTAAR (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources). About Project VISTAAR: What it is: A digital platform designed to enhance agricultural extension services, making critical information and start-up innovations accessible to farmers. Ministry involved: Ministry of …
