Context In an astonishing feat of metrology, physicists recently reported measuring the electron’s magnetic moment with a precision of 0.13 parts per trillion (ppt). The resulting measurement is 2.2 times more accurate than the previous best, recorded 14 years ago. …
About AIM The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) is a flagship initiative set up by the NITI Aayog to promote innovation and entrepreneurship across the length and breadth of the country. AIM’s objective is to develop new programmes and policies for …
Context Sickle cell anaemia (SCA), a genetic blood disorder, found mention in the Budget this year. Finance Minister n said that the government will work in “mission mode” to eliminate the condition by 2047. What is Sickle cell Anaemia In …
Context The Chandrayaan-3 lander has successfully completed the crucial EMI-EMC (Electro – Magnetic Interference/ Electro – Magnetic Compatibility) test. Chandrayaan 3 mission Chandrayaan-3 is India’s third moon mission. It is a follow-on mission to Chandrayaan-2 The mission aims to demonstrate …
About PMBJP Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) is a campaign launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals to provide quality medicines at affordable prices to the masses. In September 2015, an existing ‘Jan Aushadhi Scheme’ was revamped as ‘Pradhan Mantri …
Background In 2020, the Union Cabinet approved the National Education Policy 2020. The new policy aims to pave way for transformational reforms in school and higher education systems in the country. This policy will replace the 34 year old National …
About UPI Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is India’s mobile based, ‘fast payment’ system that facilitates customers to make round the clock payments instantly using a Virtual Payment Address created by the customer. This eliminates the risk of sharing bank account …
What’s in the news? As part of a military-to-military exchange program between the Indian Army and Uzbekistan Army, the fourth edition of biennial training Exercise DUSTLIK (2023) is set to be conducted in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand. The Indian contingent will be …
Context Converting surplus sugarcane and its products, including sugar and cane juice, into biofuel has unwarranted ecological ramifications, which are cause for concern. Status of Sugar Industry From being a constant seeker of government assistance, the Indian sugar industry has …