Scientists discover new ‘Quasicrystals’
Scientists have discovered a new type of quasicrystal, one with 12-fold symmetry, in the Sand Hills of north central Nebraska,… Continue reading Scientists discover new ‘Quasicrystals’
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In news: Agasthyarkoodam Observatory
Agasthyarkoodam was once home to a forgotten and long-lost 19th-century observatory established by Scottish meteorologist John Allan Broun. Agasthyarkoodam Observatory… Continue reading In news: Agasthyarkoodam Observatory
What is Solar Prominence?
Recently, the sun puzzled many scientists with a large prominence near its north pole. What is Solar Prominence? A solar… Continue reading What is Solar Prominence?
Discovery of Lithium Deposits in J&K
The Geological Survey of India found “inferred resources” of 5.9 million tonnes of lithium in the Salal-Haimana area of Reasi… Continue reading Discovery of Lithium Deposits in J&K
Religious Excommunication of Members
A Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court referred to a larger Bench of nine judges a series of petitions challenging… Continue reading Religious Excommunication of Members
In news: Delhi-Mumbai Expressway
Photos of the soon-to-be-inaugurated Delhi-Mumbai Expressway have gone viral, receiving widespread appreciation online. Delhi-Mumbai Expressway The Delhi-Mumbai Expressway is a… Continue reading In news: Delhi-Mumbai Expressway
Today in History: Treaty of Alinagar
Signed on February 9, 1757, the Treaty of Alinagar between the Nawab of Bengal and the East India Company raised… Continue reading Today in History: Treaty of Alinagar
No Rationalization of GST structure for now: Revenue Secretary
The long-awaited rationalization of the multiple rate structure of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime is off the table… Continue reading No Rationalization of GST structure for now: Revenue Secretary
What is Article 356 of Indian Constitution?
Sitting PM recalled that governments at the Centre had dismissed 90 elected state governments by “misusing” Article 356 of the… Continue reading What is Article 356 of Indian Constitution?
ISRO’s SSLV-D2 launched successfully
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will undertake the second development flight of the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV –D2).… Continue reading ISRO’s SSLV-D2 launched successfully
Explained: Status and proceeds of Disinvestment
In the Union Budget for 2023-24, the government has set a disinvestment target of ₹51,000 crore, down nearly 21% from… Continue reading Explained: Status and proceeds of Disinvestment
Expunging Un-Parliamentary Speeches from Records
Portions of a politicians’ speech delivered in Lok Sabha have been expunged — or removed — from the records of… Continue reading Expunging Un-Parliamentary Speeches from Records
In news: Kingdom of Vijayanagara
A British author has published a book telling of the fictionalised story of the Vijayanagara Kingdom. He took accounts of… Continue reading In news: Kingdom of Vijayanagara
Lack of Quorum in Lok Sabha
The Lok Sabha began a discussion on the general Budget but the House had to be adjourned before the scheduled… Continue reading Lack of Quorum in Lok Sabha
RBI announces pilot for QR code-based Coin Vending Machine
To improve the distribution of coins among members of the public, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is preparing a… Continue reading RBI announces pilot for QR code-based Coin Vending Machine
Sarna Religion of the Tribals
West Bengal Assembly has tabled a motion to recognize Sarna Religion of the tribals and have a Sarna Code. Sarna… Continue reading Sarna Religion of the Tribals
Existing income limit for OBCs Non-Creamy Layer is ‘sufficient’: Centre
The existing income limit for determining the non-creamy layer (NCL) among Other Backward Classes (OBC) is considered sufficient and hence… Continue reading Existing income limit for OBCs Non-Creamy Layer is ‘sufficient’: Centre
CAR T-Cell Therapy for treatment of Cancer
The new CAR T-Cell Immunotherapy holds promise for Ovarian Cancer patients over other forms of treatment. What are CAR T-cells?… Continue reading CAR T-Cell Therapy for treatment of Cancer
What are Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS)?
The Union Budget has announced Rs 2,516 crore for computerization of 63,000 Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) over the next… Continue reading What are Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS)?
What are White Label ATMs?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has extended the validity of authorization issued to Vakrangee to setup, own and operate… Continue reading What are White Label ATMs?
