Achieving zero orbital debris means having no space debris or space junk, which is a significant challenge but is critical for the sustainability of future space activities. Read here to learn more. Orbital debris or Space debris consists of defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, and fragments … [Read more...] about Zero Orbital Debris: How to reduce Space Debris?
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VVPAT: Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail
Strengthening India's Democratic Process through the incorporation of Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) in the election process. Read further below. The strength of a democracy lies in its ability to conduct free and fair elections, where every vote cast is accurately recorded and accounted … [Read more...] about VVPAT: Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail
Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs)
Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs) are agreements between two countries that establish the terms and conditions for private investment by nationals and companies of one country in the other country. Read here to learn more. India, like many other nations, has entered into BITs with various … [Read more...] about Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs)
Modern vaccines: Why do they have low durability?
Modern vaccines are being questioned on their low durability compared to most long-term vaccines. The measles vaccine is one of the most potent vaccines in our armamentarium today. But this is not the case with most other vaccines. One needs to take several boosters for a long protection. Why is … [Read more...] about Modern vaccines: Why do they have low durability?
Atomic Clocks: One-Nation One-Time
India is deploying atomic clocks across the country to synchronize all digital devices with Indian Standard Time. Read further below. In a major move to enhance its timekeeping infrastructure and national defence capabilities, India is deploying its network of atomic clocks across the … [Read more...] about Atomic Clocks: One-Nation One-Time
Forever Chemicals: What are PFAS?
"Forever chemicals" is a colloquial term for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a large group of man-made chemicals that have been widely used in various industrial applications and consumer products since the 1940s. read here to learn more about them. Forever chemicals are characterized … [Read more...] about Forever Chemicals: What are PFAS?
