Year: 2020

GI tag to Manipur black rice, Gorakhpur terracotta

News:Geographical Indication Registry of India has accorded Geographical Indication(GI) tag to Manipur Black Rice and Gorakhpur Terracotta. Facts: Manipur Black Rice: Black rice locally known as chakhao is grown in the plains and hills of Manipur.It owes its colour to natural black pigments called anthocyanins. It is normally eaten during community feasts and is served… Continue reading GI tag to Manipur black rice, Gorakhpur terracotta

Study on China dams brings the Brahmaputra into focus

News:A US backed study has highlighted the impact of China’s dams on the Mekong river (known as Lancang river in China) and countries downstream.This has also raised questions on whether dams being built by China on Brahmaputra river may similarly impact countries downstream. Facts: The study was published by the Sustainable Infrastructure Partnership in Bangkok… Continue reading Study on China dams brings the Brahmaputra into focus

Normal monsoon over South Asia: SASCOF

News:According to South Asian Seasonal Climate Outlook Forum(SASCOF), rainfall during the upcoming Southwest monsoon season over the whole of South Asia is expected to be normal. Facts: South Asian Seasonal Climate Outlook Forum(SASCOF) is a regional forum of meteorologists and hydrological experts from South Asian countries. It was established in 2010 and is coordinated by… Continue reading Normal monsoon over South Asia: SASCOF

Explained: What are Estrogen and progesterone?

News:Men have appeared likelier than women to die of COVID-19.Trials by researchers in US will seek to find out whether the answer lies in two sex hormones in women-estrogen and progesterone. Facts: Estrogen and progesterone are the two main sex hormones that characterise a woman. Estrogen:It helps women develop female physical features and also maintains… Continue reading Explained: What are Estrogen and progesterone?

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