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  • The Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower

    The Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower

    Ref : https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/everyday-explainers/eta-aquariid-meteor-shower-visible-9306317/ Why in the news? Why are Eta Aquariids unique? Comets- origin of meteor showers How are meteor showers related to comets? How to watcht he Eta Aquariid meteor shower?

  • AstraZeneca’s Covishield and Thrombocytopenia Syndrome

    AstraZeneca’s Covishield and Thrombocytopenia Syndrome

    Ref : https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health-news/astrazeneca-admits-its-covid-vaccine-can-cause-rare-side-effect/articleshow/109710995.cms# Why in the news? About  During the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, a UK-based pharmaceutical company partnered with the University of Oxford to create the AZD1222 vaccine.  In India, the Serum Institute of India (SII) located in Pune, manufactured and marketed this vaccine under the name Covishield . AstaZeneca’s Covishield in India  Observations…

  • Hangor Class Submarine

    Hangor Class Submarine

    Ref : https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-sci-tech/pakistan-hangor-class-submarines-9297350/ Why in the news? Basic Characteristics Comparison with India’s Kalvari class Origin Developed as an export variant of Chinese Type 039A Yuan class. Developed indigenously by India. Name Origin Named after the PNS Hangor, a submarine of the Pakistan Navy. Named after a tiger shark. Propulsion Diesel-electric with an Air Independent Propulsion…

  • Phi-3-mini

    Phi-3-mini

    Ref : https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-sci-tech/microsoft-phi-3-mini-ai-model-llm-9290253/ How is Phi-3-mini different from Large language Models? Aspect Phi-3-mini Large Language Models (LLMs) Model Size Small Large Cost-effectiveness Cost-effective for development & operation Expensive Device Compatibility Better performance on smaller devices like laptops & smartphones Typically require high-end hardware Resource Efficiency Efficient in resource-constrained environments like on-device & offline inference Resource-intensive…

  • Generic Medicine

    Generic Medicine

    Ref : https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/changes-law-medicines-more-expensive-not-better-9279623/ What is Generic Medicine? Generic medicines and vaccines are replicated versions of originally researched drugs. Drugs like Aspirin and Paracetamol, which are generics, are often sold under brand names like Disprin and Crocin. Need in India Steps taken to promote generic medicine in India Generic Medicines are not successful in India –…

  • Llama 3

    Llama 3

    Ref: https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-sci-tech/what-is-llama-3-metas-most-sophisticated-and-capable-large-language-model-9280994/ Introduction: Llama, also known as Large Language Model Meta AI, represents a series of LLMs (Large Language Models). Unveiled by Meta AI in February 2023. Initially, Llama debuted in four variations: 7B, 13B, 33B, and 65 billion parameters.  Parameters indicate the size and complexity of an AI model, with higher numbers suggesting greater sophistication…

  • Positronium

    Important for Prelims: Science & TechnologyMains: General Studies III What is Positronium? Significance of Laser Cooling of Positronium Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements regarding Positronium : 1. It is a particle that consists of an electron and Positron. 2.It has a very long lifespan.3. It is a pure leptonic atom. Select the…

  • Nobel Prize 2023

    Important for Prelims: Science & TechnologyMains: General Studies Nobel Prize in physics A Problem that had to be solved Attosecond Pulses of Light Other Applications of Attosecond Pulses Nobel prize in Chemistry What are Quantum Dots ? Applications of Quantum Dots Nobel prize in Medicine mRNA Vaccines Important Features of mRNA Vaccines Chetan Bharat Learning…

  • Superconductor at Room Temperature

    Important for Prelims: Science & Technology Mains: General Studies III What is in the News?  More About this Discovery  Boost to Quantum Computing Practice Questions for Prelims Mains Practice Question Chetan Bharat Learning is the best institute in Chandigarh for UPSC IAS ,PCS preparation. To know more about Chetan Bharat Learning’s Online & Classroom Courses,…

  • Finger Minutiae Record

    Important for Prelims: Science & TechnologyMains: General Studies III NEWS: How UIDAI is using AI to tackle payment frauds What is in the News? FMR-FIR Significance Practice Questions for Prelims Finger Minutiae Record technology is developed by a) BISb) UIDAIc) RBId) NITI AAYOG Ans. b) Chetan Bharat Learning is the best institute in Chandigarh for…

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