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Posted 14 Aug 2024
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Gaurav
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) carries out successful maiden flight test of Long Range Glide Bomb ‘GAURAV’ from Su-30 MK-I platform.
About GAURAV
- An air launched 1,000 kg class glide bomb capable of hitting targets at long distance.
- Glide bomb after launch steer towards the target using highly accurate hybrid navigation scheme with a combination of Indian Navigation System (INS) and Global Positioning System (GPS) data.
- Designed and developed indigenously by the Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad.
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- DRDO
- Gaurav
- Glide Bomb
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Jiyo Parsi Scheme
Minister of Minority Affairs launched the Jiyo Parsi scheme Portal.
- Portal will enable Parsis to apply online, check status of application and receive financial assistance online through Direct Benefit Transfer.
About Jiyo Parsi scheme (2013-14)
- Scheme Type: Central Sector Scheme
- Objective: Reverse the declining trend of Parsi population by adopting a scientific protocol and structured interventions to stabilize their population.
- Encompasses three components namely Medical, Health of Community, and Advocacy Component.
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- Jiyo Parsi Portal
- Minister of Minority Affairs
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FloodWatch India Application
Ministry of Jal Shakti launched the version 2.0 of the ‘FloodWatch India’ mobile application.
- In news version, information from 592 flood monitoring stations (earlier 200) will be covered along with 150 major reservoirs.
About FloodWatch India Application
- Developed by the Central Water Commission (CWC).
- CWC is a premier Technical Organisation in the country in the field of water resources.
- Aim: Using mobile phones to disseminate information related to flood situation in the country and flood forecasts up to 7 days on a real-time basis to the public.
- Utilizes advanced technologies such as satellite data analysis, mathematical modelling and real-time monitoring.
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- Flood watch
- Central Water Commission (CWC)
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Exercise Tarang Shakti
Indian Air Force (IAF) hosted Phase-I of the Exercise Tarang Shakti at Sulur airbase in Tamil Nadu.
About Exercise Tarang Shakti
- India’s first Multinational air exercise.
- Aims to showcase India’s defense prowess and provide a platform for participating militaries to foster interoperability.
- IAF announced to conduct it biennially.
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- Indian Air Force (IAF)
- Tarang Shakti
- Multinational air exercise
Ballast water
According to Scientists, ballast water carried by ships is providing a vehicle to bring in exotic and invasive species in coastal areas.
About Ballast Water
- It is fresh or saltwater held in the ballast tanks and cargo holds of ships to provide stability and maneuverability.
- Untreated ballast water released at the ship’s destination could potentially introduce a new invasive marine species.
- International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments (BWM Convention), adopted in 2004, regulates the transfer of potentially invasive species.
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- Ballast Water
- BWM Convention
DDoS Cyber attack
Recently, a massive Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack resulted in glitches in interview of a former US President over Social Media platform X.
About DDoS Attacks
- It is a malicious attempt to disrupt the normal traffic of a targeted server, service or network by overwhelming the target or its surrounding infrastructure with a flood of Internet traffic.
- In Denial of Service (DoS) attack, the attacker uses a single internet connection to barrage a target with fake requests or to try and exploit a cybersecurity vulnerability.
- It can utilize multiple compromised computer systems as sources of attack traffic.
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- Cyberattack
- DDoS
- Denial of Service
Man Portable Anti-tank Guided Missile
Recently, DRDO successfully test-fired indigenously built Man-Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM).
About MPATGM Weapon System
- It is a shoulder-launched, portable missile system, specifically designed to counter enemy tanks and armoured vehicles.
- It consists of Launcher, Target Acquisition System, and Fire Control Unit.
- It is equipped with advanced infrared homing sensors and integrated avionics which makes it versatile in both day and night operations.
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- DRDO
- MPATGM Weapon System
- Anti-Tank Guided Missile
Forever Chemicals
Researchers from the US found methods to trace the origin and destination of the Forever Chemicals, scientifically known as Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS).
About Forever Chemicals
- Forever chemicals refer to human-made toxic compositions which are not depleted naturally and can stay in the environment for thousands of years.
- Applications: Water-proofing, heat resistance, detergents, food packaging and non-stick technologies, etc.
- Concerns: Could lead to adverse health effects such as liver damage, low infant birth weights, hormonal imbalance, fertility issues, immune system effects, and even cancer.
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- Forever Chemicals
- Per-and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances
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