Source: The post is based on the article “What are marine heat waves, which have gripped parts of the world’s oceans this summer?” published in Indian Express on 24th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Marine Heat Waves (MHWs)?3 What is the impact of marine heat waves on ocean life?4 How do… Continue reading What are marine heat waves, which have gripped parts of the world’s oceans this summer?
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On ED’s power to arrest and seek custody
Source: The post is based on the article “On ED’s power to arrest and seek custody” published in The Hindu on 21st July 2023. What is the News? The Madras High Court has upheld the legality of Minister V. Senthilbalaji’s arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and his subsequent remand in judicial custody in a… Continue reading On ED’s power to arrest and seek custody
Invasive weed threatens elephant habitats in Tamil Nadu
Source: The post is based on the article “Invasive weed threatens elephant habitats in Tamil Nadu” published in The Hindu on 22nd July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Ludwigia peruviana?3 Why is Ludwigia peruviana an invasive plant?4 How is Ludwigia peruviana impacting elephant habitats? What is the News? An Invasive aquatic weed… Continue reading Invasive weed threatens elephant habitats in Tamil Nadu
India crosses a significant milestone for The National Tele Mental Health Programme of India
Source: The post is based on the article “India crosses a significant milestone for The National Tele Mental Health Programme of India” published in PIB on 22nd July 2023. What is the News? Tele MANAS Initiative has reached a significant milestone. The toll-free service has received over 2,00,000 calls from various parts of the nation… Continue reading India crosses a significant milestone for The National Tele Mental Health Programme of India
Will generic supply of bedaquiline be accessible?
Source: The post is based on the article “Will generic supply of bedaquiline be accessible?” published in The Hindu on 24th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Tuberculosis?3 What is the threat from Tuberculosis?4 What is Bedaquiline?5 What has Johnson & Johnson(J&J) done? What is the News? Johnson & Johnson’s patent on… Continue reading Will generic supply of bedaquiline be accessible?
India hands over missile corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnam
Source: The post is based on the article “India hands over missile corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnam” published in Indian Express on 24th July 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is INS Kirpan?3 What is the significance of India giving INS Kirpan to Vietnam?4 What are the other deals signed between India and Vietnam… Continue reading India hands over missile corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnam
Banks write off bad loans worth Rs 2.09 lakh crore in 2022-23: RBI
Source: The post is based on the article “Banks write off bad loans worth Rs 2.09 lakh crore in 2022-23: RBI” published in Indian Express on 24th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is a loan write-off?3 Why do banks resort to write-offs?4 What do the RBI guidelines say on Loan write-offs? What… Continue reading Banks write off bad loans worth Rs 2.09 lakh crore in 2022-23: RBI
Union Minister for Jal Shakti released Manual For Disaster Management Plan
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Minister for Jal Shakti released Manual For Disaster Management Plan” published in PIB on 22nd July 2023. What is the News? Union Minister for Jal Shakti has released the Manual for Disaster Management Plan (DMP) About the Manual for Disaster Management Plan (DMP): Developed by: Department… Continue reading Union Minister for Jal Shakti released Manual For Disaster Management Plan
India may build solar infra in Pacific island nations amid Chinese push
Source: The post is based on the article “India may build solar infra in Pacific island nations amid Chinese push” published in Livemint on 20th July 2023. What is the News? India is considering expanding its solar STAR-C initiative to a number of Pacific Island countries. What is the STAR-C Initiative? The STAR-C Initiative is… Continue reading India may build solar infra in Pacific island nations amid Chinese push
India Climate Energy Dashboard(ICED)
Source: The post is based on the article “India Climate Energy Dashboard(ICED) ” published in PIB on 20th July 2023. What is the News? NITI Aayog has launched the India Climate Energy Dashboard (ICED) 3.0. What is the India Climate Energy Dashboard(ICED)? Launched by: NITI Aayog in association with Vasudha Foundation Purpose: It is a one-stop… Continue reading India Climate Energy Dashboard(ICED)
