News: The WHO declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency after 80 deaths. About Ebola Virus Ebola, previously known as Ebola hemorrhagic fever, is a rare and deadly disease caused by infection with one of the Ebola virus strains. Ebola can cause disease in humans and… Continue reading Ebola Virus
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Committee on Empowerment of Women
News: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla constituted the Committee on Empowerment of Women and appointed Dr Daggubati Purandeswari as Chairperson. About Committee on Empowerment of Women The Committee on Empowerment of Women is a Joint Parliamentary Committee formed to promote women’s empowerment across party lines. Establishment: It was constituted for the first time in 1997… Continue reading Committee on Empowerment of Women
Thunderstorms
News: At least 111 people died after a powerful storm and heavy rain hit several districts of Uttar Pradesh recently. About Thunderstorms Thunderstorms are common weather events that form when warm moist air rises, cools, and condenses into towering cumulonimbus clouds. Formation: According to the National Weather Service, three conditions must exist together for a… Continue reading Thunderstorms
Ginger
News: The Centre launched the ₹189.79-crore Mizoram Ginger Mission to promote GI-certified pharma-grade ginger through processing, branding and exports. About Ginger Ginger is an herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the Zingiberaceae family, which also includes turmeric and cardamom. Economic Part: The rhizome of ginger is the main economic part. Key Components: Gingerol: It is the… Continue reading Ginger
Neanderthals
News: A new study suggests Neanderthals performed a sophisticated dental procedure around 59,000 years ago using stone tools. About Neanderthals Neanderthals were extinct relatives of modern humans who lived across Europe and parts of Asia. Species: The scientific name of Neanderthals was Homo neanderthalensis. Naming: The name Neanderthal came from the Neander Valley in Germany,… Continue reading Neanderthals
Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for Hill States Scheme
News: The Centre allocated ₹4,900 crore to Arunachal Pradesh under the newly launched “Pride of Hills” initiative for 2026-27. About Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for Hill States” Scheme “Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for Hill States” is a special initiative launched under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) framework… Continue reading Pride of Hills: Special Development Assistance for Hill States Scheme
Peacock Tarantula
News: A conservation survey of the critically endangered Peacock Tarantula has been launched in the Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve. About Peacock Tarantula The Peacock Tarantula (Poecilotheria metallica) is a rare arboreal spider famous for its metallic blue colour and ornamental patterns. Taxonomy: The species belongs to the Theraphosidae family and is classified as a tarantula species… Continue reading Peacock Tarantula
Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB)
News: India was nominated to serve as the Chair of the Common Criteria Development Board from April 2026 to April 2028. About Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB) The Common Criteria Development Board is the technical body that manages international standards for IT security evaluation under the Common Criteria framework. Operates under: The CCDB operates under… Continue reading Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB)
Sirhind Fateh Divas of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Ji
News: Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah extended greetings on the occasion of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Ji’s Sirhind Fateh Divas. About Sirhind Fateh Divas of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Ji Sirhind Fateh Divas is observed annually to commemorate the victory of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur over Sirhind on May 14, 1710. Baba Banda Singh… Continue reading Sirhind Fateh Divas of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Ji
Global Forest Goals Report 2026
News: A The United Nations released the Global Forest Goals Report 2026 during the 21st session of the UN Forum on Forests. About Global Forest Goals Report 2026 It is a UN assessment report on progress under the UN Strategic Plan for Forests 2017-2030. Released by: The report was released by the United Nations Department… Continue reading Global Forest Goals Report 2026
