News: India has been ranked first in business climate among 40-plus global markets in the Global Business Climate Survey 2026. About Global Business Climate Survey 2026 The Global Business Climate Survey presents Swedish companies’ views on doing business across 41 global markets. Produced by: It is jointly produced by Business Sweden, Swedish Chambers of Commerce… Continue reading Global Business Climate Survey 2026
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Himalayan Monal
News: Two studies by Hemvathi Nandan Bahuguna University researchers highlighted the effects of human-made noise and climate change on the Himalayan monal. About Himalayan Monal The Himalayan monal is a large, ground-dwelling pheasant. Scientific Name: Its scientific name is Lophophorus impejanus. Family: It belongs to the pheasant family, Phasianidae. Local Name: It is called Danfe… Continue reading Himalayan Monal
Perim Island
News: Iran-backed Houthi rebels have seized Yemen’s Perim Island, a strategic point in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. About Perim Island Perim Island is a small volcanic island belonging to Yemen. It is also known as Mayun Island. Location: It is located in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, at the southern entrance of the Red Sea. Channel Division:… Continue reading Perim Island
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) 2.0
News: The Ministry of Rural Development will commence DDU-GKY 2.0 training batches across most States and Union Territories from October 2026. About Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) 2.0 The DDU-GKY 2.0 provides placement-linked skill training to poor rural youth. Origin: DDU-GKY was launched in 2014 by the Ministry of Rural Development. DDU-GKY 2.0… Continue reading Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) 2.0
Doppler Weather Radars and Mission Mausam
News: India’s 51st Doppler Weather Radar was inaugurated at Sambalpur, Odisha, strengthening weather observation and early warning capabilities. About Doppler Weather Radars A Doppler Weather Radar is a specialized radar that uses the Doppler Effect to produce velocity data about distant objects. It provides information about the movement and position of targets. Working Mechanism/Doppler Effect:… Continue reading Doppler Weather Radars and Mission Mausam
Melanoma
News: In August 2026, intismeran, a personalised mRNA vaccine, showed reduced melanoma recurrence when combined with pembrolizumab. About Melanoma Melanoma is a type of skin cancer. It develops from melanocytes, the cells that produce melanin. It usually develops on sun-exposed skin, including the arms, back, face and legs. In India, it commonly occurs on the… Continue reading Melanoma
Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI 40)
News: GIFT City climbed nine places to 37th globally and entered the top 15 financial centres in Asia-Pacific in GFCI 40. About Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI 40) Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI 40): It provides rankings and evaluations of the future competitiveness of financial centres worldwide. Published by: It is published by Z/Yen Partners… Continue reading Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI 40)
Stem Cell Therapy
News: The Union Health Ministry has asked States and Union Territories to restrict stem cell therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to approved clinical trials. About Stem Cell Therapy Stem Cells: They are undifferentiated biological cells that can differentiate into specialized cells and divide to produce more stem cells. Role: They are found in almost… Continue reading Stem Cell Therapy
Global Gender Gap Index 2026
News: The World Economic Forum released the Global Gender Gap Index 2026, with India ranked 131st among 145 countries. About Global Gender Gap Index 2026 Global Gender Gap Index measures gender parity across women and men. Released by: It is released by the World Economic Forum (WEF). First edition: The Index was first introduced in… Continue reading Global Gender Gap Index 2026
Parang La
News: The NCC’s ‘Aparajita – Parang La 2026’ expedition was flagged-in at Karzok, Ladakh on September 16, 2026. About Parang La Parang La is a high-altitude mountain pass in the Trans-Himalayas. Connects: It connects the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh with the Changthang region of Ladakh. Historical Significance: It was a traditional trade route between… Continue reading Parang La
