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Grant Permanent Commission to Women: SC to Coast Guard

In the news: The Supreme Court emphasized the need for the Indian Coast Guard to grant Permanent Commission to women officers. Further, CJI too directed the Indian Coast Guard to consider it, indicating the court’s willingness to intervene if necessary. Context: Attorney-General highlighted operational difficulties in implementing permanent commissions for Short Service Commission Officers. AG… Continue reading Grant Permanent Commission to Women: SC to Coast Guard

Room-Temperature Qubits: A Gateway to Affordable Quantum Computing

In the news Quantum computing holds immense potential, yet many systems operate only at extremely low temperatures, making them costly and commercially unfeasible. Researchers are exploring alternative technologies to drive down costs and enhance the commercial viability of quantum computers. Quantum Computing Quantum computing is a paradigm of computation that utilizes principles from quantum mechanics… Continue reading Room-Temperature Qubits: A Gateway to Affordable Quantum Computing

Key Insights: All India Household Consumption Expenditure Survey

Why in the News? Recently, the government has disclosed the broad findings of the All India Household Consumption Expenditure Survey conducted between August 2022 and July 2023. About All India Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (CES): The CES is a quinquennial (recurring every five years) survey conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO). It is designed… Continue reading Key Insights: All India Household Consumption Expenditure Survey

Circumstellar Discs: Insights into Planetary Formation

Introduction The formation of planets within protostellar discs, swirling reservoirs of gas and dust, remains a captivating field in astrophysics. Recent advancements in computer simulations have unveiled the unexpected flattened shapes of nascent gas planets within these discs, providing critical understanding of planetary genesis. What are Circumstellar Discs? Protoplanetary Discs: These discs, comprised of dust,… Continue reading Circumstellar Discs: Insights into Planetary Formation

Understanding Large Language Models (LLMs)

Introduction The introduction of generative AI, like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, has sparked widespread discussions about artificial intelligence, allowing computers to learn, think, and communicate. At the heart of this technology lies Large Language Models (LLMs), empowering computers to understand and generate human-like text. What is an LLM? LLMs, according to Google, are large language models capable… Continue reading Understanding Large Language Models (LLMs)

Blanets: Worlds around Black Holes

Introduction In Christopher Nolan’s 2014 sci-fi masterpiece Interstellar, three planets (aside from Earth) captivate viewers with their extreme environments. Surprisingly, these worlds, technically termed Blanets, may not be purely fictional and could exist in reality. What are Blanets? Formation Theory: In 2019, Japanese scientists proposed a theory suggesting that planets could form within massive dust… Continue reading Blanets: Worlds around Black Holes

RBI Directs NPCI to Assess Paytm’s TPAP Request

Introduction The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has instructed the National Payment Council of India (NPCI) to evaluate One97 Communications’ (OCL) plea to become a Third-Party Application Provider (TPAP) for its Paytm application’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) operations. Understanding TPAP Role: TPAPs facilitate UPI-based transactions by providing compliant applications to end-users, ensuring adherence to security… Continue reading RBI Directs NPCI to Assess Paytm’s TPAP Request

PM inaugurates Banihal-Sangaldan Railway Line

Introduction Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Banihal-Sangaldan section, connecting Baramulla in North Kashmir to Udhampur in Jammu. The inaugural also marked the flagging off of Jammu and Kashmir’s first electric train from Sangaldan to Srinagar and Baramulla. About Banihal-Sangaldan Railway Line Route: Over 90% of the 48-km railway line between Banihal to Sangaldan passes… Continue reading PM inaugurates Banihal-Sangaldan Railway Line

Sudarshan Setu: India’s Longest Cable-Stayed Bridge

Introduction Prime Minister inaugurated ‘Sudarshan Setu’, the country’s longest cable-stayed bridge, connecting Beyt Dwarka Island to mainland Okha in Gujarat’s Devbhumi Dwarka district. About Sudarshan Setu Length: Sudarshan Setu spans 2.32 km, making it India’s longest cable-stayed bridge. Location: Situated in the Gulf of Kutch, it links mainland Gujarat with Bet Dwarka island off the… Continue reading Sudarshan Setu: India’s Longest Cable-Stayed Bridge

200 Years of Kittur Uprising: Commemorating Rani Chennamma

Introduction In 1824, a fleet of 20,000 British soldiers attempted to invade the former princely state of Karnataka, positioning themselves at the foothills of the Kittur fort. However, Rani Chennamma, the Queen of Kittur, led a valiant resistance, marking one of the earliest woman-led anti-colonial struggles in India. Kittur Uprising: Historical Context Background: Rani Chennamma’s… Continue reading 200 Years of Kittur Uprising: Commemorating Rani Chennamma

PAPA: Plasma Analyser Package for Aditya L1

Introduction India’s pioneering solar mission, Aditya-L1, has achieved a significant milestone as advanced sensors onboard successfully detected the impact of coronal mass ejections (CMEs), marking a leap forward in space exploration.  Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) CMEs were discovered in 1971 and established their importance in solar-terrestrial relations later in the 1980s. It consists of massive… Continue reading PAPA: Plasma Analyser Package for Aditya L1

Donor Gametes are Allowed: New Rule on Surrogacy

Introduction The Central government’s recent modifications to the Surrogacy (Regulation) Rules, 2022 reflect a significant shift in the legal landscape surrounding surrogacy practices in India. These amendments address critical issues concerning gamete usage and access to surrogacy procedures. Why discuss this? Judicial Scrutiny: The Supreme Court’s involvement stems from petitions challenging the March 2023 ban… Continue reading Donor Gametes are Allowed: New Rule on Surrogacy

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