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Why in News? Why in News? Thermophilic bacteria found in hot springs of Rajgir, Bihar, have shown potential as sources of powerful antibiotics, especially against antibiotic-resistant pathogens. A recent metagenomic study revealed a high presence of Actinobacteria, known for producing antimicrobial agents like streptomycin and tetracycline. Key Concepts Term Description Thermophilic Bacteria Heat-loving microorganisms that […]
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Why in NEWS? At the BharatGen Summit 2025, the Union Minister of State for Science & Technology launched “BharatGen LLM”, India’s first government-funded multimodal large language model (LLM) trained in 22 Indian languages. Key Concepts Simplified Term Meaning Large Language Model (LLM) AI models trained on vast text datasets to understand and generate human-like language […]
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Why in NEWS India’s GRSE has signed an MoU with Norway’s Kongsberg to develop India’s first indigenously built Polar Research Vessel (PRV), marking a significant step in oceanic research and indigenous shipbuilding under the Make in India initiative. Key Concepts You Should Know Key Term / Concept Explanation GRSE (Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd.) […]
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Why in NEWS The Internet of Things (IoT) has become a transformative force, infusing intelligence into everyday objects and revolutionizing homes, industries, agriculture, transportation, and healthcare. From smart refrigerators and wearables to predictive maintenance in factories, IoT is shaping a more efficient, connected, and data-driven world. Key Terms and Concepts Term Explanation Internet of Things […]
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Why in NEWS India is preparing for its first-ever biological experiments aboard the International Space Station (ISS) in June 2025 under the AXIOM-4 mission. Led by ISRO and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), the experiments aim to explore sustainable life systems in space, including food and waste recycling, under the BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment […]
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Why in NEWS: A new study by the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS-TIFR) and other institutions has revealed that neurodegenerative diseases may begin silently, much before symptoms appear. The culprit? Blood vessel damage and faulty proteins in the brain—a shift in understanding that opens doors to early diagnosis and prevention. Key Terms Simplified: Term […]
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Why in News? A new study has revealed that TR1 (Type-1 Regulatory T-cells)—not TH1 cells—are the main drivers of the immune response to malaria, challenging long-standing assumptions in immunology. What are TR1 Cells? Aspect Details Definition TR1 (Type-1 Regulatory T-cells) are a subset of CD4+ T helper cells that regulate immune responses, especially by controlling […]
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Why in News NASA’s Gravity Recovery and Interior Laboratory (GRAIL) mission has uncovered key structural and thermal contrasts between the near side and far side of the Moon, explaining its asymmetrical appearance and volcanic history. About GRAIL Mission Aspect Details Mission Name Gravity Recovery and Interior Laboratory (GRAIL) Conducted By NASA (launched in 2011) Spacecraft […]
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Why in News Scientists in the US have, for the first time, successfully employed a CRISPR-based base editing gene therapy to treat an infant with CPS1 deficiency, a rare genetic disorder that leads to toxic ammonia accumulation. About CPS1 Deficiency Aspect Details Disorder Name CPS1 Deficiency (Carbamoyl Phosphate Synthetase I Deficiency) Nature Rare metabolic disorder […]
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Why in News The launch of Nafithromycin (Miqnaf)—India’s first indigenously developed antibiotic in over 30 years—marks a critical step in the battle against Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). However, experts warn that the AMR crisis is too vast for one solution and demands sustained, multi-pronged action. What is Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)? Aspect Details Definition AMR occurs when […]
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