Daily Current Affairs  – 17 August 2022

In News  The Indian Army has started the process of procurement of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology developed by a Bengaluru-based cybersecurity company by issuing a commercial Request for Proposal (RFP). Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Technology About: It is primarily a mechanism to undertake secure communication, which utilises a cryptographic protocol involving various components of […]

In News  The cosmic phenomenon known as “Strong Thermal Emission Velocity Enhancement (STEVE) made a surprise appearance after a huge solar storm hit Earth. About STEVE Phenomenon STEVE first appeared in the sky in 2017 and has been appearing often since. There is evidence to support the claim that the phenomenon has been visible in […]

In News Recently, the Defence Minister handed over several indigenously-developed equipment and systems to the Army which includes F-INSAS, the Nipun mines and the Landing Craft Assault (LCA). About   Future Infantry Soldier as a System(F-INSAS): It is a programme for infantry modernisation aimed at increasing the operational capability of the soldier.  As part of the […]

In News Recently, researchers in Sweden have been able to create a successful alternative bioengineered cornea implant made of collagen derived from pig skin.  About the recent research Fact: An estimated 12.7 million people around the world are blind due to their corneas.  Medical-grade collagen: As a substitute for human corneas, the researchers utilised medical-grade […]

In News Recently, the Prime Minister of India announced that India has achieved its target of blending 10% sugarcane-extracted ethanol in petrol, ahead of schedule.  About Addressing the nation from the Red Fort on the 76th Independence Day, Prime Minister rooted for energy independence, Aatmanirbhar (self-sufficient) in the energy sector.  India is one of the […]

In News Recently, India added 11 more wetlands to the list of Ramsar sites to make a total 75 Ramsar sites in the 75th year of Independence.   What are the Wetlands? Wetlands are land areas, which are seasonally or permanently flooded with water. The Ramsar Convention’s definition for wetlands includes:  “Areas of marsh, fen, peatland […]

In News Recently, the Defence Minister urged reforms of the United Nations at the plenary session of Moscow Conference on International Security-2022.  About General Assembly and United Nations Security Council General Assembly It is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations, the other 5 being Security Council, Economic and Social Council, Trusteeship Council, International […]

In News Recently, the Prime Minister of India voiced the need for healthy competition among the States. Key Points PM on federalism: While the Union and states may have different schemes, or different styles of working, dreams for a nation will remain identical.  He lauded states for playing a significant role in India’s growth. PM […]