Earth’s magnetic North Pole is shifting toward Siberia
Why in the News? Earth’s magnetic north pole, a critical point where the planet’s magnetic field lines converge, is in… Continue reading Earth’s magnetic North Pole is shifting toward Siberia
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Andhra Pradesh’s Etikoppaka Toys
Why in the News? On the occasion of India’s 76th Republic Day, Andhra Pradesh’s tableau showcasing the Etikoppaka Bommalu —… Continue reading Andhra Pradesh’s Etikoppaka Toys
Indore and Udaipur earn global recognition for ‘Wetland Conservation’ Efforts
Why in the News? Prime Minister recently commended Indore and Udaipur for earning a spot in the prestigious list of… Continue reading Indore and Udaipur earn global recognition for ‘Wetland Conservation’ Efforts
How has India revised obesity parameters?
Why in the News? A report by the Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology Commission emphasized body fat distribution, beyond Body Mass… Continue reading How has India revised obesity parameters?
India with Indonesia
Why in the News? Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s visit to India as the chief guest at the Republic Day parade… Continue reading India with Indonesia
SEBI proposes sachetization of mutual funds to boost financial inclusion
Why in the News? SEBI is collaborating with the mutual fund industry to find ways to make monthly SIPs of… Continue reading SEBI proposes sachetization of mutual funds to boost financial inclusion
IWAI sets up new Regional Office at Varanasi
Why in the News? The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), under the Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways,… Continue reading IWAI sets up new Regional Office at Varanasi
Nahargarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Why in the News? The Forest Department of Rajasthan has initiated efforts to revise the boundaries of the Nahargarh Wildlife… Continue reading Nahargarh Wildlife Sanctuary
What is Stargardt Disease?
Why in the News? Researchers have created a gene-editing tool to fix ABCA4 gene mutations, offering hope for treating Stargardt… Continue reading What is Stargardt Disease?
Clamour for death penalty for R G Kar convict is self-defeating
Why in the News? A Kolkata court sentenced Sanjay Roy to life imprisonment for the rape and murder of a… Continue reading Clamour for death penalty for R G Kar convict is self-defeating
With 7 fresh members from Africa, Global Plastic Action Partnership expands to 25 countries: WEF
Why in the News? The Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP), an initiative of the World Economic Forum, has reached a… Continue reading With 7 fresh members from Africa, Global Plastic Action Partnership expands to 25 countries: WEF
NITI Aayog releases Fiscal Health Index, 2025
Why in the News? The NITI Aayog has launched the Fiscal Health Index (FHI), 2025 to provide a comprehensive assessment… Continue reading NITI Aayog releases Fiscal Health Index, 2025
India becomes largest importer of Tea from Kenya
Why in the News? India, the world’s second-largest tea producer after China, has become the largest importer of tea from… Continue reading India becomes largest importer of Tea from Kenya
In news: Vaigai River
Why in the News? The Madras High Court has issued directives to local bodies in Madurai, Theni, Dindigul, Sivaganga, and… Continue reading In news: Vaigai River
Is poverty being underestimated in India?
Why in the News? The government recently published a factsheet on the 2023-24 Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES), highlighting a… Continue reading Is poverty being underestimated in India?
Union cabinet extends National Health Mission for another 5 years
Why in the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the extension of the National Health Mission (NHM) for an additional… Continue reading Union cabinet extends National Health Mission for another 5 years
In news: Pangsau Pass
Why in the News? The Pangsau Pass International Festival returns to Nampong, Arunachal Pradesh, from January 20-22, 2025, celebrating India-Myanmar… Continue reading In news: Pangsau Pass
Commerce Ministry sets a target of 10000 GI tags by 2030
Why in the News? Union Minister of Commerce & Industry has announced an ambitious target to achieve 10,000 Geographical Indication… Continue reading Commerce Ministry sets a target of 10000 GI tags by 2030
What is Keeling Curve?
Why in the News? Atmospheric CO₂ levels hit a record high in 2024 due to wildfires and human activities, as… Continue reading What is Keeling Curve?
[pib] Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
Why in the News? Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) has completed 10 years on January 22, 2025. As of November 2024,… Continue reading [pib] Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
