science and tec

INSAT-3DS

Why in News

“The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch a new satellite called INSAT-3DS on 

February 17 from Sriharikota.”

 It weighs 2,274 kilograms and is funded by the Ministry of Earth Sciences.

 Designed to help monitor and track various natural disasters such as cyclones, monsoon systems, 

and thunderstorms.

 It will help scientists observe the atmosphere, land, and oceans.

 INSAT-3DS is part of ISRO’s Third Generation Meteorological Satellite series.It will orbit the Earth from a fi xed position in space, known as geostationary orbit. 

 This means it will stay over the same spot on Earth, allowing for continuous monitoring of weather 

patterns.

 The INSAT-3DS satellite has four main tools, or “payloads”:

 An Imager that takes pictures of the Earth in six diff erent wavelengths to help identify various 

atmospheric conditions like humidity.

 A Sounder that measures vertical profi les of the atmosphere, providing information on 

temperature and humidity levels.

 A Data Relay Transponder that helps in transmitting data.

 A Satellite aided Search and Rescue Transponder that assists in search and rescue operations                                             2.SWATI PORTAL

Why in News

“The government has launched the SWATI (Science for Women- A Technology & Innovation) portal, 

a database highlighting accomplishments of Indian women in STEMM.”

 Aimed at creating a single online portal representing Indian Women and Girls in STEMM (Science, 

Technology, Engineering, Mathematics & Medicine)

 An initiative of Inter Academy Panel (IAP) on Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, 

Mathematics & Medicine (STEMM)

 This is a complete interactive database; and the fi rst-of-its-kind in India which is developed, hosted 

and maintained by the National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR), New Delhi.

 Developed by the National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR) to address the gender gap 

in sciences.

 Designed as a gateway to showcase the expertise and contributions of Indian women in science, 

celebrating the 75th year of Indian Independence.