Source: The post is based on the article “RISE Accelerator: AIM– NITI Aayog launches it to support Australian and Indian circular economy startups” published in “PIB” on 21st November 2023 Why in the News? The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under NITI Aayog has launched a new accelerator program called Rapid Innovation and Startup Expansion (RISE).… Continue reading RISE Accelerator: AIM– NITI Aayog launches it to support Australian and Indian circular economy startups
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National Medical Commission (NMC) clarifies norms for foreign medical graduates
Source: The post is based on the article “National Medical Commission (NMC) clarifies norms for foreign medical graduates” published in “The Hindu” on 23rd November 2023 Why in the News? The National Medical Commission (NMC) has clarified the rules under which foreign medical graduates, especially students from Ukraine and the Philippines, can register, work and… Continue reading National Medical Commission (NMC) clarifies norms for foreign medical graduates
Amyloidosis: Scientists fabricate 2D protein monolayer that can help to study diseases like Amyloidosis
Source: The post is based on the article “Amyloidosis: Scientists fabricate 2D protein monolayer that can help to study diseases like Amyloidosis” published in “PIB” on 22nd November 2023. Why in the News? Scientists have created a 2D protein monolayer by assembling lysozyme molecules. This can help study diseases such as Amyloidosis. What is Amyloidosis?… Continue reading Amyloidosis: Scientists fabricate 2D protein monolayer that can help to study diseases like Amyloidosis
E prime layer: Surface Water Dives Deep And Transforms Earth’s Core’s Outer Layer
Source: The post is based on the article “E prime layer: Surface Water Dives Deep And Transforms Earth’s Core’s Outer Layer” published in “Astrobiology” on 15th November 2023. Why in the News? Researchers from Arizona State University and an international team discovered the origin of the previously known E prime layer in the Earth’s interior,… Continue reading E prime layer: Surface Water Dives Deep And Transforms Earth’s Core’s Outer Layer
Exercise AUSTRAHIND-23: Indian Army contingent departs for Australia
Source: The post is based on the article “Exercise AUSTRAHIND-23: Indian Army contingent departs for Australia” published in “PIB” on 22nd November 2023. Why in the News? The Indian Armed Forces contingent has departed to take part in the second edition of Joint Military Exercise AUSTRAHIND-23 being held in Perth, Australia. What is Exercise AUSTRAHIND?… Continue reading Exercise AUSTRAHIND-23: Indian Army contingent departs for Australia
AGNI Initiative to Promote Innovations by Ayurveda Practitioners
Source: The post is based on the article “AGNI Initiative to Promote Innovations by Ayurveda Practitioners” published in “PIB” on 23rd November 2023 Why in the News? The Central Council for Research in Ayurveda Sciences (CCRAS) has launched the Ayurveda Gyan Naipunya Initiative (AGNI). What is the AGNI Initiative? Specifications Details Launched by Central Council… Continue reading AGNI Initiative to Promote Innovations by Ayurveda Practitioners
International Tropical Timber Organisation (ITTO)
Source: The post is based on the article “International Tropical Timber Organisation (ITTO)” published in “Down To Earth” on 21st November 2023. Why in the News? The 59th International Tropical Timber Council (ITTC) being held in Thailand recently concluded. What is the International Tropical Timber Council (ITTC)? International Tropical Timber Council (ITTC) is the governing… Continue reading International Tropical Timber Organisation (ITTO)
SATHEE Portal: To encourage use of online coaching platform
Source: The post is based on the article “SATHEE: Ministry of Education asks States to encourage use of online coaching platform” published in “The Hindu” on 22nd November 2023 Why in the News? The Ministry of Education has asked States to encourage aspirants to utilize the newly launched portal for exam preparation named SATHEE. What… Continue reading SATHEE Portal: To encourage use of online coaching platform
Draft Mineral Auction Rules,2023: Single bidder allowed in second attempt
Source: The post is based on the article “Draft Mineral Auction Rules,2023: Single bidder allowed in second attempt” published in “Business Standard” on 22nd November 2023 Why in the News? Government of India has released the Draft Mineral (Auction) Second Amendment Rules, 2023. What are the key provisions of Draft Mineral(Auction) Second Amendment Rules, 2023?… Continue reading Draft Mineral Auction Rules,2023: Single bidder allowed in second attempt
Gambusia fish remain popular to beat mosquitoes
Source: The post is based on the article “Gambusia fish remain popular to beat mosquitoes” published in “The Hindu” on 22nd November 2023 Why in the News? Recently, various government and non-governmental organizations in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Punjab have released mosquitofish into local water bodies to address the problem of mosquitoes. What is Mosquitofish? … Continue reading Gambusia fish remain popular to beat mosquitoes