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WIHG reveals 35 thousand-year history of river erosion in Ladakh Himalayas

News: Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG) revealed river erosion history in Ladakh Himalayas and also identified hotspots of erosion in the region. Facts: Location: Ladakh Himalaya forms a high altitude desert between Greater Himalayan ranges and Karakoram Ranges.  Main Rivers: Indus and its tributaries.  The Zanskar River is one of the largest tributaries of… Continue reading WIHG reveals 35 thousand-year history of river erosion in Ladakh Himalayas

New simulation code helps study electric field structure in Earth’s Magnetosphere

News: Scientists at the Indian Institute of Geomagnetism (IIG) developed a generalized one-dimensional fluid simulation code capable of studying a wide spectrum of coherent electric field structures of earth’s magnetosphere. Facts: Earth’s magnetosphere is that area around Earth that is controlled by the planet’s magnetic field. Formation: Sun forces plasma towards the earth in the… Continue reading New simulation code helps study electric field structure in Earth’s Magnetosphere

DST launches programme on health & risk communication with focus on COVID-19

News:‘Year of Awareness on Science & Health (YASH)’ programme has been launched. Facts: It is a comprehensive science and health awareness programme. It emphasises on Covid-19. Launched by: National Council for Science & Technology Communication (NCSTC), Department of Science & Technology (DST). Aim: To minimize risks at all levels with the help of public communication… Continue reading DST launches programme on health & risk communication with focus on COVID-19

Shri Gadkari launches Bank of Schemes, Ideas, Innovation & Research Portal on MSMEs

News: Bank of Schemes, Ideas, Innovation & Research Portal on MSMEs has been launched. Facts: Launched by:Ministry of Micro,Small & Medium Enterprises Features: Gives access to all Schemes of Union, State and UT Governments.  Provision for uploading Ideas, Innovations & Researches in the MSME sector.  Features of crowdsourcing of Ideas, evaluation and rating the ideas… Continue reading Shri Gadkari launches Bank of Schemes, Ideas, Innovation & Research Portal on MSMEs

Exercise RIMPAC will be held with sea only events

News:The U.S Navy will host the Exercise RIMPAC this year but the drills will only be held at sea because of the coronavirus pandemic. Facts: Exercise RIMPAC(Rim of the Pacific) is the world’s largest international maritime warfare exercise held biennially since 1971 by the United States Navy’s Indo-Pacific Command at Hawaii.  Aim:To strengthen international maritime… Continue reading Exercise RIMPAC will be held with sea only events

1.6 billion at the risk of losing jobs, warns ILO

News:According to the International Labour Organization(ILO) report, nearly half of the global workforce is at risk of losing livelihoods due to COVID-19. Facts: International Labour Organization(ILO): Established in: 1919  Aim: To promote social and economic justice through setting up of international labour standards. Members: 187 member states Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland Significance: It is the first… Continue reading 1.6 billion at the risk of losing jobs, warns ILO

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

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