What is the News? Researchers from Amity University (Haryana) have developed an N95 mask by using 3D printing technology. What is the N95 Mask? N95 mask (respirator) is a safety device that covers the nose and mouth and helps protect the wearer from breathing in some hazardous substances. The ‘N95’ designation means that when subjected… Continue reading N95 mask with nanoparticle coating developed using 3D printing technology
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Oceans Great Dying 2.0: Mass extinction haunts oceans
What is the News? Scientists warn of imminent mass extinction of marine species similar to one that happened 250 million years ago during the Permian Era. What is the Permian Era? The Permian era is a period spanning 298.9 million-252.2 million years ago. This was a time before the dinosaurs ruled the planet. Global ocean… Continue reading Oceans Great Dying 2.0: Mass extinction haunts oceans
Global Biodiversity Framework: What happened in Nairobi?
Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework?3 Four goals to achieve under the framework by 20503.1 2030 Action Targets What is the News? The meeting of the Working Group on the Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework failed to achieve as much as was expected. The objective of the meeting was to… Continue reading Global Biodiversity Framework: What happened in Nairobi?
Ministry of Education releases first ever report on Performance Grading Index for Districts (PGI-D) for the year 2018-19 and 2019-20
What is the News? The Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSE and L), Ministry of Education (MoE) has released the Performance Grading Index for Districts (PGI-D) for 2018-19 and 2019-20. What is the Performance Grading Index for Districts(PGI-D)? Aim: To assess the performance of the school education system at the District level by creating… Continue reading Ministry of Education releases first ever report on Performance Grading Index for Districts (PGI-D) for the year 2018-19 and 2019-20
Explained: Where is Kaliningrad, why is it in focus amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict?
Contents1 What is the News?2 Where is Kaliningrad?3 Why does Kaliningrad belong to Russia?4 Why is Kaliningrad important for Russia?5 What has happened now? What is the News? As the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues, the spotlight is on Kaliningrad, Russia’s westernmost region. The region is at the centre of a row after Lithuania decided to ban… Continue reading Explained: Where is Kaliningrad, why is it in focus amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict?
Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment(PGII) Initiative: G7 leaders unveil $600 billion plan to rival China’s Belt and Road Initiative in developing nations
What is the News? The US President, along with the heads of other G7 member states has launched the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment(PGII) Initiative. What is the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment(PGII) Initiative? It is a $600-billion global infrastructure investment partnership aimed at helping developing countries. The initiative was first unveiled at… Continue reading Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment(PGII) Initiative: G7 leaders unveil $600 billion plan to rival China’s Belt and Road Initiative in developing nations
Utricularia Furcellata: Rare plant species found in western Himalayan region for first time
What is the News? A very rare carnivorous plant species called Utricularia Furcellata has been found in the western Himalayan region for the first time. What is Utricularia Furcellata? It is a rare carnivorous plant species found in Uttarakhand’s Mandal valley, Chamoli district. This plant was last seen in the country in Meghalaya state in… Continue reading Utricularia Furcellata: Rare plant species found in western Himalayan region for first time
The Global Liveability Index 2022: These are the world’s ‘most’ and ‘least’ liveable cities
What is the News? The Global Liveability Index 2022 has been released. What is the Global Liveability Index? Published by: Economist Intelligence Unit(EIU) annually Aim: To quantify the challenges presented to an individual’s lifestyle in 173 cities. Categories: The index ranked the cities based on these categories: stability, healthcare, culture and environment, education and infrastructure.… Continue reading The Global Liveability Index 2022: These are the world’s ‘most’ and ‘least’ liveable cities
Union Minister takes part in the “2022 UN Ocean Conference” in Lisbon
Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Ocean Conference 2022?3 What is the importance of Oceans?4 Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water What is the News? The Union Minister of Earth Sciences is participating in the “2022 UN Ocean Conference” in Lisbon, Portugal. What is the Ocean Conference 2022? Co-Hosted by: Governments of… Continue reading Union Minister takes part in the “2022 UN Ocean Conference” in Lisbon
Swachh Bharat Mission- Urban 2.0 launches Revised Swachh Certification Protocols to sustain Open Defecation Free Status across Urban India
What is the News? The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs(MoHUA) has launched Revised Swachh Certification Protocols for ODF, ODF+, ODF++ and Water+ certifications under Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0. What is Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0? Launched by: Prime Minister in October 2022 Aim: To achieve “Garbage Free” status for all cities. Components of the Mission:… Continue reading Swachh Bharat Mission- Urban 2.0 launches Revised Swachh Certification Protocols to sustain Open Defecation Free Status across Urban India
