UPSC Daily Quiz: Science & Tech MCQs for Prelims 2026
Test your UPSC Prelims 2026 preparation with this Science & Technology quiz covering atomic clocks, Kudankulam plant, rogue planets, and more. Check answers and explanations.
Test your UPSC Prelims 2026 preparation with this Science & Technology quiz covering atomic clocks, Kudankulam plant, rogue planets, and more. Check answers and explanations.
Learn how to protect your money plant during winter with simple adjustments to watering, lighting, and placement. These easy tips ensure your indoor plant stays vibrant despite cold temperatures and low sunlight.
ECIL and TEMA India secure contract for control systems at Kudankulam 5 and 6 reactors, marking a major step in nuclear indigenisation with 42-month project timeline.
NPCIL has launched its 2026 recruitment drive for the Tarapur Nuclear Power Station. Apply online from Jan 15 to Feb 4, 2026. Join India's premier atomic energy mission.
Venezuela's pursuit of nuclear technology with Iran and Russia reveals critical weaknesses in the global non-proliferation regime. Discover why experts say the NPT is no longer fit for purpose.
India's private nuclear power sector could attract Rs 25 trillion. Ind-Ra suggests 25-49% private stake. Read the full analysis and its economic impact.
A landmark US-India partnership aims to develop thorium as a nuclear fuel, leveraging India's vast reserves. This move accelerates India's three-stage nuclear program and enhances energy security. Essential reading for UPSC aspirants.
India and Pakistan exchanged lists of nuclear installations on New Year's Day under a bilateral agreement. The MEA confirmed the annual exchange aimed at preventing attacks. Read the full report.
India and Pakistan exchanged lists of nuclear installations under a 1988 pact, a key confidence-building measure. This marks the 35th uninterrupted annual exchange since 1992.
What lies ahead for the contested Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant? A key point in Zelenskyy's peace plan. Explore the risks, status, and geopolitical stakes.
India's SHANTI Act ends state monopoly on nuclear energy, inviting private investment. Learn about the liability reforms, pricing debates, and the road ahead for clean energy goals. Read more.
Japan's Niigata assembly debates restarting the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant, the world's largest. A decision by Dec 22 could impact global energy trends. Read the full story.
Russia announces ambitious plan to construct a nuclear power plant on the moon within the next decade, aiming to reclaim its status as a leading space power. Read more about this groundbreaking lunar mission.
The US welcomes India's SHANTI Bill 2025, calling it a step towards stronger energy security ties and opening civil nuclear sector to private players. Read more.
Japan announces a major policy shift, restarting the world's largest nuclear power plant after 15 years. The move, watched closely by China and North Korea, faces strong public opposition in Niigata and raises regional security concerns.
The SHANTI Bill sparks debate on private sector involvement in nuclear energy. Can smart regulation ensure safety? Explore the implications for India's regional energy security.
President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the SHANTI bill, a landmark law allowing private companies to build and operate nuclear power plants in India. Read how this reforms the energy sector.
President Droupadi Murmu grants assent to the Shanti Bill, enabling private sector participation in India's nuclear energy sector. A landmark move for energy security and clean power.
India's new SHANTI Bill allows private investment in nuclear energy and limits supplier liability for accidents. Learn about the policy shift and its implications for India's energy future.
JSW Energy acquires GE's supercritical boiler plant in Durgapur, plans to ramp up employment and invest Rs 40,000 crore in power projects. Read the full strategic move details.
A significant fire erupted at NTPC's Nabinagar Super Thermal Power Project in Aurangabad during maintenance. No injuries reported, but damage could run into crores. Read the full report.
India's Parliament passes the landmark SHANTI Bill 2025, opening the civil nuclear sector to private and foreign investment for the first time, aiming for 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047. Read the full analysis.
India's Lok Sabha approves the SHANTI Bill 2025, enabling private sector participation in civil nuclear energy to boost capacity and modernize safety regulations. Read the key changes.
India's proposed Shanti Bill 2025 allows private sector into nuclear energy but leaves critical accident liability questions unanswered. Read the full analysis of the bill's implications.
The proposed Shanti Bill 2025 aims to amend India's nuclear liability law, boosting foreign investment and domestic manufacturing for a clean energy future. Read the full analysis.
India's new SHANTI nuclear policy marks a significant liberalisation, aiming to boost energy capacity. However, experts raise credible concerns over relaxed liability norms and regulatory oversight. Read the full analysis.
Overwatering is a common plant killer. Learn to spot yellow leaves, soggy soil & root rot. Our 10-step guide shows how to revive your plant and prevent future damage. Act now to save your green friends!
Lok Sabha passes SHANTI Bill 2025, allowing private firms to build nuclear power plants and removing supplier liability. Aims for 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047. Read more.
The Lok Sabha has passed a landmark bill allowing private sector participation in India's nuclear energy sector. Union Minister Jitendra Singh hails it as a milestone for national development. Read more.
Congress MP Manish Tewari criticizes SHANTI Bill for diluting supplier liability, undermining regulator autonomy, and favoring corporate interests. He demands Joint Parliamentary Committee review.