About The Huntington Disease
Context: Researchers from the University of Szeged, in Hungary, have taken some important strides by studying fruit flies to understand more about Huntington’s disease. Relevance: GS II: Health Dimensions of the Article: Huntington’s Disease: A Rare Genetic Disorder Types of Huntington’s Disease: Cause: Symptoms: Treatment: -Source: The Hindu
About The Eurasian Otter
Context: A team of researchers recently discovered a Eurasian otter in the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary in Idukki, a first in Kerala. Relevance: GS III: Species in News Dimensions of the Article: Eurasian Otter: Exploring a Semi-Aquatic Carnivore Overview: Distribution: Habitat: Conservation Status: Significance: Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary (CWS): Exploring Biodiversity in Kerala Location: Vegetation: Flora: Fauna: […]
About The INS Imphal
Context: Recently, INS (Indian Naval Ship) Imphal (Pennant D68) has been commissioned into the Indian Navy. Relevance: GS III: Security Challenges Dimensions of the Article: INS Imphal: A Technologically Advanced Guided Missile Destroyer Introduction: Launch and Naming: Technical Specifications: Weaponry and Sensors: Strategic Significance: Project 15B: Advancing India’s Destroyer Capabilities Overview: Scope and Planning: Objectives: Lead Ship: […]
Key Facts About Pantoea Tagorei
Context: Researchers at Visva-Bharati University have discovered a new species of bacteria that could transform agricultural practices. They named it Pantoea Tagorei after the famous Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. Relevance: GS III: Species in News Dimensions of the Article: Key Facts About Pantoea Tagorei Taxonomic Classification: Wide Environmental Presence: Plant Growth-Promoting Characteristics: Nutrient Extraction and Solubilization: Impact on Crop Yield and Food […]
National Legal Services Authority
Context: The President recently nominated Justice Sanjiv Khanna, the second senior-most judge of the Supreme Court, as the Executive Chairperson of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA). Relevance: GS II- Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: About National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) Basis for formation Objectives: Legal Services Institutions at Various Levels Who is […]
Balancing Act of the Universe’s Energy Composition
Context: The universe’s energy distribution involves a delicate equilibrium. Dark energy, comprising 68% of the total, emerges as the dominant force influencing the universe’s expansion. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Understanding Dark Energy in the Universe Definition and Significance: Energy Distribution: Key Points on Dark Energy: Implications of Dark Energy […]
Non-invasive Formaldehyde Sensor
Context: Recently, the Nanomaterials and Nanoelectronics Laboratory, Department of Physics, Guwahati University, Assam has developed a cost-effective formalin sensor that can effectively detect the presence of formalin in adulterated fishes. Relevance: GS III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: Non-invasive Formaldehyde Sensor: Revolutionizing Detection Technology Sensor Composition: Key Components: Synthesis Process: Sensor Characteristics: Comparison […]
About The PM Vishwakarma Scheme
Context: An awareness programme on PM Vishwakarma scheme was organized by MSME-Development Office, Karnal, Government of India in Sonipat ,Haryana. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Inerventions Dimensions of the Article: PM Vishwakarma Scheme Key Details Eligibility and Coverage Benefits Offered by PM Vishwakarma Scheme Registration and Recognition Skill Upgradation Toolkit Incentive Collateral-Free Credit Support […]
India’s Jobs Crisis- the Macroeconomic Reasons
Context: There are numerous signs indicating that India is currently grappling with a significant employment crisis. Both official data sources and numerous firsthand reports on the ground confirm this reality. There is a need to discuss in detail the macroeconomic factors contributing to this crisis. Relevance: GS2- Indian Economy- Indian Economy and issues relating to […]
India-Russia Ties in a Changed World
Context: The significance of the visit by External Affairs of India to Russia this week is underscored by the concerted effort made by New Delhi and Moscow to ensure the success and productivity of the meetings. This extended five-day visit holds particular weight for India, especially considering the culmination of a year marked by active […]