What is the News? Scientists have conducted the most thorough study of the unique feeding behaviour of northern elephant seals, especially focusing on the female elephant seals. About the study: The Northern Elephant seals are famous for their large breeding assembling. So the reproductive behaviour of them is well studied. But the female Seals are… Continue reading Understanding the feeding behaviour of “Northern Elephant seals”
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Centre releases “Covid-19 guidelines for rural areas”
What is the News? The Central Government has released new guidelines in the wake of the spread of coronavirus disease (Covid-19) in rural areas. About the Covid-19 guidelines for rural areas: Three Tier Structure: The guidelines recommend a three-tier structure to manage Covid-19 pandemic in rural areas: Firstly, to establish 30-bed Covid Care Centres(CCCs) in… Continue reading Centre releases “Covid-19 guidelines for rural areas”
186 Elephants killed by Trains in Over 10 Years: MoEFCC Data
What is the News? Project Elephant Division of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has published data. It highlights the number of elephants killed by trains on railway tracks. Key Highlights from the Published data: There was killing of a total of 186 elephants after being hit by trains across India between… Continue reading 186 Elephants killed by Trains in Over 10 Years: MoEFCC Data
Biodegradable “Moorhen Yoga Mat” developed from “Water Hyacinth”
What is the News? Six young girls from Assam have developed a biodegradable and compostable yoga mat called ‘Moorhen Yoga Mat’. Note: The Mat was developed with the support of the North East Centre for Technology Application and Reach(NECTAR). NECTAR is an autonomous body under the Department of Science & Technology(DST). About Moorhen Yoga Mat:… Continue reading Biodegradable “Moorhen Yoga Mat” developed from “Water Hyacinth”
WHO warns against use of “Ivermectin” to treat Covid-19
What is the News? The World Health Organization(WHO) has recommended against the use of ‘ivermectin‘ drug for the treatment of COVID-19 patients. Despite this, Ivermectin is still listed in India as a possible treatment option for mild COVID-19 patients under home isolation. About Ivermectin Drug: Ivermectin is an orally administered drug used to treat parasitic… Continue reading WHO warns against use of “Ivermectin” to treat Covid-19
Ex-Defence doctors to provide online consultation on “e-Sanjeevani OPD”
What is the News? Ex-Defence doctors will also now provide online consultation on e-Sanjeevani OPD to the needy patients in Rajasthan. This facility will be extended to other states shortly. E-Sanjeevani: It is a telemedicine platform of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare(MoHFW). The platform has enabled two types of telemedicine services: eSanjeevani: It… Continue reading Ex-Defence doctors to provide online consultation on “e-Sanjeevani OPD”
“Volcanic eruption” occurs in Indonesia’s “Mount Sinabung”
What is the News? Indonesia’s Mount Sinabung has erupted releasing a massive column of volcanic ash and smoke up to 3,000 metres(3 km) into the sky. About Mount Sinabung: Mount Sinabung is located in North Sumatra in Indonesia. It is among more than 130 active volcanoes in Indonesia. (Indonesia is prone to seismic upheaval due… Continue reading “Volcanic eruption” occurs in Indonesia’s “Mount Sinabung”
“Nature in a Globalised World” – An IUCN report on Conflict and Conservation
What is the News? International Union for Conservation of Nature(IUCN) has released a report titled “Nature in a Globalised World: Conflict and Conservation”. About the Nature in a Globalised World Report: The report focuses on complex relationships between nature and the armed conflict. Objective: The objective is to bring nature conservation into the mainstream of… Continue reading “Nature in a Globalised World” – An IUCN report on Conflict and Conservation
DCGI approves “2-deoxy-D-glucose (2-DG)” – an anti-COVID drug developed by DRDO
What is the News? Defence Research and Development Organization(DRDO) has developed an anti-COVID drug named 2-deoxy-D-glucose(2-DG). Recently, the Drugs Controller General of India(DCGI) has approved this drug for emergency use. About 2-deoxy-D-glucose (2-DG): 2-deoxy-D-glucose (2-DG) is an anti-Covid oral drug. It has been developed by the Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS), a… Continue reading DCGI approves “2-deoxy-D-glucose (2-DG)” – an anti-COVID drug developed by DRDO
“Myanmar refugees” can approach UNHCR: Manipur HC
What is the News? Seven Myanmar nationals entered illegally and stayed in Manipur. They demanded a safe passage to New Delhi to get protection from United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees(UNHCR). Recently the Manipur High Court has allowed them to seek protection from the UNHCR in New Delhi. About Myanmar refugees and the recent case… Continue reading “Myanmar refugees” can approach UNHCR: Manipur HC
