What is the News? According to a study published in The Lancet, the effectiveness of antibiotics for typhoid fever is threatened by the emergence of resistant strains. What is Typhoid? Typhoid fever is a life-threatening infection caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi. Transmission: It is usually spread through contaminated food or water. Once Salmonella Typhi… Continue reading New research: Study flags emergence of drug-resistant typhoid strains
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Explained: India’s emerging twin deficit problem
What is the News? The Finance Ministry in its report has warned of a Twin Deficit Problem due to higher commodity prices and a rising subsidy burden. What is a Twin Deficit? A twin deficit basically refers to a situation where the country runs relatively large current account and fiscal deficits. A higher twin deficit… Continue reading Explained: India’s emerging twin deficit problem
Five states need to take steps to stabilize debt levels: RBI
What is the News? According to a Reserve Bank of India(RBI) study, five states namely, Bihar, Kerala, Punjab, Rajasthan, and West Bengal figure among the most stressed states fiscally. RBI on Status of States Debts Based on the debt-GSDP ratio in 2020-21, Ten states namely Punjab, Rajasthan, Kerala, West Bengal, Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, Madhya… Continue reading Five states need to take steps to stabilize debt levels: RBI
To end illegal mining, Madhya Pradesh plans to make it legal in parts of Chambal sanctuary
What is the News? Madhya Pradesh government has proposed to open 292 hectares for mining in five stretches on Chambal and its tributary Parvati rivers. The step is taken to free its forest department from devoting too much time, resources and efforts to fighting illegal mining in the National Chambal Sanctuary. Note: Sand mining has… Continue reading To end illegal mining, Madhya Pradesh plans to make it legal in parts of Chambal sanctuary
Union Minister inaugurated Jyotirgamaya-A festival showcasing the talent of unsung performers
What is the News? The Union Minister of Culture has inaugurated Jyotirgamaya-A festival showcasing the talent of unsung performers. What is Jyotirgamaya? Organized by: Sangeet Natak Akademi Purpose: It is a festival to showcase the talent of rare musical instruments from across the country, including street performers, train entertainers, performers attached to temples etc. Significance:… Continue reading Union Minister inaugurated Jyotirgamaya-A festival showcasing the talent of unsung performers
Explained: What is a black swan event?
What is the News? A study by the Reserve Bank of India(RBI) has spoken about the possibility of capital outflows to the tune of $100 billion from India in case of a major global risk scenario or a “Black Swan” event. What is Black Swan Event? A Black Swan is a rare, unpredictable event that… Continue reading Explained: What is a black swan event?
New species of bamboo-dwelling bat found in Meghalaya
What is the News? Scientists have discovered a new species of bamboo-dwelling bat named Glischropus meghalayanus in Ri Bhoi district of Meghalaya. Note: Bamboo-dwelling bats are a particular kind of bats living in the internodes of bamboos with specialized morphological characteristics that help them to adapt to the life inside a bamboo. About Glischropus Meghalayanus… Continue reading New species of bamboo-dwelling bat found in Meghalaya
Multinational Peacekeeping Exercise Ex Khaan Quest 2022 culminates in Mongolia
What is the News? The Multinational Peacekeeping Exercise Ex Khaan Quest 2022 culminated at the Peace Support Operations Training Centre at Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia. What is Exercise Khaan Quest? Exercise Khaan Quest is a multinational exercise co-sponsored by the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command and hosted annually by the Mongolian Armed Forces. Aim: To enhance interoperability, build… Continue reading Multinational Peacekeeping Exercise Ex Khaan Quest 2022 culminates in Mongolia
Theri Desert: There is a desert in Tamil Nadu and the dunes are red
What is the News? There are a couple of theories regarding the formation of Theri Desert, the most plausible being the role of south west monsoonal winds. What are Theri Deserts? Theri Desert is a small desert situated in the Thoothukudi district of Tamil Nadu. Characteristics The desert consists of Red Sand Dunes (The red… Continue reading Theri Desert: There is a desert in Tamil Nadu and the dunes are red
Explained: How lightning kills, and how to be safe when it strikes?
What is the News? Seventeen people have been killed by lightning over the last two days in various parts of Bihar. What is Lightning? Click Here to read about it Lightning Strikes in India According to a report on lightning by Climate Resilient Observing Systems Promotion Council (CROPC), in 2019-20, about 1.4 crore lightning strikes… Continue reading Explained: How lightning kills, and how to be safe when it strikes?
