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Machilipatnam as Ancient Port is set for big Revival

Why in the News? Machilipatnam, once a flourishing ancient port city on India’s east coast, is witnessing a major transformation with the construction of a modern Greenfield port. About Machilipatnam: Alternate Names: Also known as Masulipatnam, Maisolia, or Manjarika. Geographic Location: Located in Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, on the southeastern Coromandel Coast, at the mouth… Continue reading Machilipatnam as Ancient Port is set for big Revival

[17th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: A tectonic shift in thinking to build seismic resilience

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2015] Earthquakes along the plate margins are still a cause of concern. India’s preparedness for mitigating their impact has significant gaps. Discuss various aspects. Linkage: The article emphasizes that India’s seismic risk is rooted in the northward drift of the Indian Plate colliding with the Eurasian Plate, which shaped the Himalayas and… Continue reading [17th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: A tectonic shift in thinking to build seismic resilience

Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana

Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY), aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity, promoting sustainable practices, and improving rural livelihoods. About Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) Objective: Aims to transform agriculture in 100 low-performing districts by addressing productivity gaps. Inspiration: Modelled on NITI Aayog’s Aspirational Districts… Continue reading Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana

NIPGR’s gene-edited Japonica Rice shows increased Phosphate uptake

Why in the News? Scientists at the National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR), Delhi, have successfully used CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing technology to enhance phosphate uptake and utilization in japonica rice. Back2Basics: CRISPR-Cas9 Gene Editing What It Is: A powerful gene-editing tool that allows targeted changes to DNA sequences. Full Form: Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short… Continue reading NIPGR’s gene-edited Japonica Rice shows increased Phosphate uptake

ANRF unveils PM Professorships Program

Why in the News? To bridge the research capability gap in India’s state universities, the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has launched the Prime Minister Professorships. What is PM Professorships? Objective:  A program to leverage retired experts and professionals to mentor emerging state universities. Relocation: Selected Professors must shift to host universities and offer sustained… Continue reading ANRF unveils PM Professorships Program

Silent Salt Consumption Epidemic

Why in the News? The National Institute of Epidemiology (ICMR-NIE) has launched a community-driven initiative to promote awareness and encourage the adoption of low-sodium salt substitutes. About the Silent Salt Consumption Epidemic: What is it: The epidemic refers to the widespread, unmonitored intake of excess salt leading to chronic diseases. Silent Nature of the Problem:… Continue reading Silent Salt Consumption Epidemic

Mysterious Antimatter Physics discovered at CERN Large Hadron Collider

Why in the News? CERN scientists have detected a tiny but significant difference in how matter and antimatter versions of baryons behave — offering clues to why matter dominates the universe, despite both being created equally after the Big Bang. What is CERN’s LHCb Experiment? Location: At the Large Hadron Collider near Geneva, on the… Continue reading Mysterious Antimatter Physics discovered at CERN Large Hadron Collider

Rhino DNA Index System (RhODIS)

Why in the News? The Assam Forest Department is conducting DNA profiling of 2,500 rhino horns using the Rhino DNA Index System (RhODIS) to aid wildlife forensics and curb illegal trade. What is Rhino DNA Index System (RhODIS)? Overview: It is a wildlife forensic tool designed to combat rhino poaching through DNA profiling. Development: It… Continue reading Rhino DNA Index System (RhODIS)

[pib] 10 Years of Skill India Mission

Why in the News? The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship launched a week-long celebration to commemorate 10 years of the Skill India Mission. About Skill India Mission: Launch: It was launched in 2015 by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) to empower India’s youth with employable skills. Training Target: The mission aims… Continue reading [pib] 10 Years of Skill India Mission

[pib] Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) at 97

Why in the News? The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) celebrated its 97th Foundation Day, marking nearly a century of contributions to Indian agriculture. About ICAR: Overview: ICAR is an autonomous organization under the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India. Establishment: It was established… Continue reading [pib] Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) at 97

New butterfly species Zographetus mathewi found in Western Ghats

Why in the News? A team of Indian conservationists has identified a new butterfly species, Zographetus mathewi, in the biologically rich Western Ghats. About Zographetus mathewi Overview: Zographetus mathewi is a newly identified species of skipper butterfly. Taxonomic Classification: It belongs to the family Hesperiidae and the genus Zographetus Watson, 1893. Distribution: This species is… Continue reading New butterfly species Zographetus mathewi found in Western Ghats

[15th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Why is corporate investment lagging behind?

PYQ Relevance: [UPSC 2022] “Economic growth in the recent past has been led by increase in labour productivity.” Explain this statement. Suggest the growth pattern that will lead to creation of more jobs without compromising labour productivity. Linkage: The article talks about the corporate investment in India has been lagging, with industrial production slowing down.… Continue reading [15th July 2025] The Hindu Op-ed: Why is corporate investment lagging behind?

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