The allegations over NEET-UG 2024 | Explained
Why in the news? On June 13, the Union government informed the Supreme Court that the scorecards of 1,563 candidates… Continue reading The allegations over NEET-UG 2024 | Explained
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‘Cold Lava’ Rivers flow in Philippines after Mount Canlaon eruption
Why in the News? After Mount Canlaon erupted in the Philippines, cold lava started flowing through streets and rivers. It… Continue reading ‘Cold Lava’ Rivers flow in Philippines after Mount Canlaon eruption
Cultural significance of Uttarakhand’s Joshimath and Kosiyakutoli
Why in the News? The Centre approved the Uttarakhand government’s proposal to rename Joshimath tehsil to Jyotirmath and Kosiyakutoli tehsil… Continue reading Cultural significance of Uttarakhand’s Joshimath and Kosiyakutoli
Kavli Prize, 2024 Announced
Why in the News? The winners of the 2024 Kavli Prize were announced, recognising achievements in astrophysics, neuroscience, and nanoscience.… Continue reading Kavli Prize, 2024 Announced
Longitude Prize on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
Why in the News? Sysmex Astrego, a Sweden-based diagnostic company, won the £10 million Longitude Prize for developing a high-tech… Continue reading Longitude Prize on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
Tackling the Fatty Liver Disease Epidemic
Why in the news? This year’s theme for International Fatty Liver Day, an awareness initiative observed annually in June, is… Continue reading Tackling the Fatty Liver Disease Epidemic
Scientists back new Alzheimer’s drug: Benefits vs Risks
Why in the News? Donanemab, a new Alzheimer’s disease therapy developed by Eli Lilly, has gained unanimous support from independent… Continue reading Scientists back new Alzheimer’s drug: Benefits vs Risks
Why heatwaves have not been included as a notified disaster in the Disaster Management Act?
Why in the news? The current period of intense heat in several regions has once more sparked debates about the… Continue reading Why heatwaves have not been included as a notified disaster in the Disaster Management Act?
Gender Gap Report 2024: Key Highlights
Why in the news? India’s new cabinet has only 2 women ministers, down from 10 previously. The Global Gender Gap… Continue reading Gender Gap Report 2024: Key Highlights
[13th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Britain’s summer of discontent
PYQ Relevance: Q The judicial systems in India and the UK seem to be converging as well as diverging in recent… Continue reading [13th June 2024] The Hindu Op-ed: Britain’s summer of discontent
Lal Crater on Mars
Why in the News? Scientists from Ahmedabad-based Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) have identified three new craters on Mars, situated in… Continue reading Lal Crater on Mars
India is the World’s Second Largest emitter of Nitrous Oxide
Why in the News? India ranks as the world’s second-largest contributor (after China) to nitrous oxide (N2O), a potent greenhouse… Continue reading India is the World’s Second Largest emitter of Nitrous Oxide
N332-GT5 and eOD-GT8: Advancements in HIV Vaccine Development
Why in the News? Researchers at the Duke Human Vaccine Institute have successfully induced broadly neutralising antibodies (bNAbs) against HIV… Continue reading N332-GT5 and eOD-GT8: Advancements in HIV Vaccine Development
UNESCO heritage site of Delos, Greece
Why in the News? Delos, a UNESCO World Heritage site situated close to Mykonos, Greece, played a pivotal role as… Continue reading UNESCO heritage site of Delos, Greece
The social sciences, a shelter for the ‘excluded’ student
Why in the news? Persistent exclusion results in some disciplines becoming a last resort for many students with social sciences… Continue reading The social sciences, a shelter for the ‘excluded’ student
Bihar’s call for Special Category Status | Explained
Why in the News? Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has renewed the State’s persistent call for special category status from… Continue reading Bihar’s call for Special Category Status | Explained
Expert Explains: What European Parliament election results signify, with the rise of right-wing parties?
Why in the News? The outcomes of the June 6-9 European Parliament elections, where approximately 51% of over 370 million… Continue reading Expert Explains: What European Parliament election results signify, with the rise of right-wing parties?
What are the functions of Cabinet Ministers and Ministers of State?
Why in the News? President Droupadi Murmu administered oaths to the Central Council of Ministers (CoM) of the new NDA… Continue reading What are the functions of Cabinet Ministers and Ministers of State?
2025 to be International Year of Quantum Science and Technology
Why in the News? The United Nations has designated 2025 as the ‘International Year of Quantum Science and Technology’ to… Continue reading 2025 to be International Year of Quantum Science and Technology
How SpaceX’s Starship can revolutionise space travel and exploration?
Why in the News? SpaceX’s Starship rocket completed its first fully successful test flight. This test flight brings SpaceX closer… Continue reading How SpaceX’s Starship can revolutionise space travel and exploration?
