Science & Technology Current Affairs

ISRO’s upcoming Kulasekarapattinam Spaceport in Tamil Nadu’s Tuticorin district is set to become India’s second launch site by December 2026. This new launch complex will boost India’s space capacity, enabling up to 25 Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) launches annually, and ease operational pressure on the main Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota.The foundation stone was laid in February 2024 by … Read more

On the night of September 7–8, 2025, skywatchers will witness the longest total lunar eclipse of 2025. This rare 82-minute Blood Moon will be visible from Asia, Africa, Europe, and Australia, making it one of the most spectacular astronomical events of the decade. What is a Blood Moon? A Blood Moon occurs during a total … Read more

India unveils Vikram‑3201, the first fully indigenous 32‑bit microprocessor for space missions—marking a leap in semiconductor self‑reliance under Atmanirbhar Bharat. Background & Significance A Leap in Semiconductor Self‑Reliance India launched the India Semiconductor Mission in 2021 to reduce dependence on foreign microprocessors. In just three and a half years, the country transitioned from being a … Read more

In a significant move to empower cotton farmers, Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh introduced the Kapas Kisan App on September 2, 2025. This app aims to transform MSP cotton procurement, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and safeguarding farmers from distress sales. The Need for Digitizing Cotton Procurement Key Features of the Kapas Kisan App Impact and Integration with … Read more

Discover how a credit-card-sized computer from RRI, Bengaluru, is aiding India’s PRATUSH mission to detect ancient hydrogen signals from the Cosmic Dawn in lunar orbit. Overview A compact single-board computer (SBC), developed by Raman Research Institute (RRI) in Bengaluru, is set to revolutionize India’s search for ancient cosmic signals. This breakthrough technology will support the … Read more

Discover the reconfirmation of Crocothemis erythraea, a rare dragonfly species, in the Western Ghats, emphasizing the importance of conserving high-altitude habitats. Crocothemis erythraea: A Rare Visitor from the Past Species Overview Historical Origins Biodiversity and Conservation Significance Insight into Biodiversity Patterns Importance of the Western Ghats Conservation Implications Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs introduces Adi Vaani, India’s pioneering AI-powered tribal language translator, aimed at promoting inclusion, preservation, and cultural equity among tribal communities. Preserving India’s Tribal Language Diversity How Adi Vaani Works Technology Backbone Functional Tools Languages Covered in Beta Phase Empowerment Through Inclusion Community Involvement Impact Areas Moving Towards a Digitally Inclusive … Read more