Places in news: Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary
Central Idea The Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary in Assam, home to the endangered western hoolock gibbon, is facing habitat fragmentation due… Continue reading Places in news: Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary
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Y Chromosome: Unveiling its Secrets and Evolution
Central Idea The enigmatic Y chromosome, harboring the genetic blueprint of maleness and sperm production, has long intrigued researchers and… Continue reading Y Chromosome: Unveiling its Secrets and Evolution
Evolution of G20: A Catalyst for Global Economic Cooperation
Central Idea The upcoming G20 summit in Delhi marks the culmination of a year-long series of meetings involving heads of… Continue reading Evolution of G20: A Catalyst for Global Economic Cooperation
Supreme Court Ruling on ‘Self-Respect’ Marriages
Central Idea The recent Supreme Court ruling on ‘self-respect’ marriages under Section 7(A) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 has… Continue reading Supreme Court Ruling on ‘Self-Respect’ Marriages
Vital link between Soil Micronutrients and Human Health
Central Idea A new study has underscored the significant connection between soil micronutrients and human nutritional outcomes, particularly among children… Continue reading Vital link between Soil Micronutrients and Human Health
Nabhmitra: Satellite-Based Safety Device for Fishermen
Central Idea The ISRO Space Applications Centre (Ahmedabad) has developed ‘Nabhmitra,’ a groundbreaking device designed to enhance the safety of… Continue reading Nabhmitra: Satellite-Based Safety Device for Fishermen
SEBI’s Amendments to boost REITs and InvITs
Central Idea The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has recently approved crucial changes to the regulations governing real… Continue reading SEBI’s Amendments to boost REITs and InvITs
What is Preventive Detention?
Central Idea Ahead of a religious procession, a few people were taken into preventive custody (preventive detention) in Haryana. What… Continue reading What is Preventive Detention?
Why Zoning of Flood Plains is important?
Central Idea Punjab has been grappling with severe floods for over a month, predominantly affecting villages along rivers like Sutlej,… Continue reading Why Zoning of Flood Plains is important?
Chandrayaan-3 landing site called ‘Shiv Shakti’
Central Idea PM’s recent announcement of naming the Chandrayaan-3 lunar lander’s touch-down site as “Shiv Shakti” highlights the tradition of… Continue reading Chandrayaan-3 landing site called ‘Shiv Shakti’
Kashi Culture Pathway: G-20 Consensus on Cultural Heritage
Central Idea The G-20 Culture Ministers’ meeting held in Varanasi resulted in the unanimous endorsement of the ‘Kashi Culture Pathway’… Continue reading Kashi Culture Pathway: G-20 Consensus on Cultural Heritage
After Chandrayaan-3, what has ISRO planned?
Central Idea ISRO’s triumphant landing of the Chandrayaan-3 lander on the moon’s South Polar Region marks a significant achievement in… Continue reading After Chandrayaan-3, what has ISRO planned?
Scholarship Schemes for Religious Minorities: Reality Check
Central Idea Education stands as a potent tool for nurturing socio-economic progress within a nation, especially for religious minorities. However,… Continue reading Scholarship Schemes for Religious Minorities: Reality Check
Patient Safety and Neonatal Care: India’s Efforts and Challenges
Central Idea The recent conviction of a former British nurse highlights the importance of patient safety in healthcare systems. While… Continue reading Patient Safety and Neonatal Care: India’s Efforts and Challenges
Somatic Genetic Variants: A genomic revolution hiding inside our cells
Central Idea The human genome, comprising 23 pairs of chromosomes, is the blueprint of our genetic makeup inherited from our… Continue reading Somatic Genetic Variants: A genomic revolution hiding inside our cells
State of India’s Birds (SoIB) Report, 2023: Key Highlights
Central Idea The State of India’s Birds (SoIB) report based on data collected from approximately 30,000 birdwatchers has unveiled concerning… Continue reading State of India’s Birds (SoIB) Report, 2023: Key Highlights
Progress track: PM Jan Dhan Yojana’s Milestones
Central Idea As the PM Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) completes 9 years, its remarkable journey is marked by over 50… Continue reading Progress track: PM Jan Dhan Yojana’s Milestones
Why El Nino is now India’s no. 1 Economic and Political Risk?
Central Idea The emergence of El Nino as a significant climatic phenomenon in India carries dual implications – economic and… Continue reading Why El Nino is now India’s no. 1 Economic and Political Risk?
GEF Assembly ratifies Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF)
Central Idea The Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF) has been officially ratified and inaugurated during the Seventh Assembly of the… Continue reading GEF Assembly ratifies Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF)
In news: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
Central Idea Japan has begun discharging treated radioactive wastewater from the disabled Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station into the Pacific… Continue reading In news: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
