News: A recent study highlighted rising concerns over fungal infections and the growing ability of some fungal pathogens to resist antifungal drugs. About Dermatophytosis Dermatophytosis refers to infections of the skin, hair and nails caused by dermatophytes. Causative Agent: Dermatophytes are fungi that grow by using keratin present in the skin, hair and nails. Mechanism:… Continue reading Dermatophytosis
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National Formulary of India
News: The Union Minister of State for Health launched the 7th Edition of the National Formulary of India (NFI) 2026 during the 6th National Pharmacovigilance Week. About National Formulary of India (NFI) The National Formulary of India (NFI) is a guidance document for healthcare professionals that promotes the rational and safe use of medicines. Published… Continue reading National Formulary of India
Visegrád Group
News: The Visegrad Group backed India’s inclusion as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council. About Visegrád Group The Visegrád Group, also called the Visegrad Four (V4). It is an informal intergovernmental forum and a cultural and political alliance. Member Countries: The group consists of Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia. Origin: The… Continue reading Visegrád Group
IMEI Tampering
News: The Government has reiterated that tampering with IMEI numbers is punishable under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. About IMEI Tampering International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI): Unique Identity: IMEI is a 15-digit number used to identify a mobile device on a mobile network. The first eight digits form the Type Allocation Code (TAC), which identifies the… Continue reading IMEI Tampering
UPI Tap and Pay
News: RBI announced UPI Tap and Pay, MyUPI and multicurrency foreign exchange facilities at the Global Fintech Fest 2026. About UPI Tap and Pay UPI Tap and Pay is a contactless payment facility. It allows users to make UPI payments by tapping an NFC-enabled smartphone on a compatible Point-of-Sale (PoS) terminal. Technology used: It uses Near-Field… Continue reading UPI Tap and Pay
Lord Howe Island and Tasman Sea
News: A 16-year study found a sharp rise in plastic ingestion by fledgling sable shearwaters on Lord Howe Island between 2010 and 2026. About Lord Howe Island Lord Howe Island is a volcanic, crescent-shaped island and part of the Lord Howe Island Group. Location: It lies in the Tasman Sea, about 650 km off Australia’s east… Continue reading Lord Howe Island and Tasman Sea
Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT 2026
News: The 18th edition of Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT commenced at Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, on 21 September 2026. About Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT 2026 Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT is a bilateral platoon-level military exercise between India and Mongolia. Started in: The exercise has been conducted since 2006. Frequency: It is conducted annually and alternately in India and Mongolia. Edition: The 2026… Continue reading Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT 2026
State of Global Water Resources 2025 Report
News: The report warns of persistent groundwater decline in India and continued deterioration in global freshwater storage during 2025. About State of Global Water Resources 2025 Report The State of Global Water Resources 2025 Report provides a comprehensive, science-based assessment of the global water cycle and its trends. Released by: It is released by World… Continue reading State of Global Water Resources 2025 Report
Giant African Snail
News: Kerala Agricultural University has launched a special project to eradicate African snails in Idukki following a request from the Agriculture department. About Giant African Snail Giant African Snail is the common name for several large African land snail species. It is also known as the Lissachatina fulica. Habitat: It thrives in warm tropical and subtropical… Continue reading Giant African Snail
Gender Snapshot 2026 Report
News: The Gender Snapshot 2026 reports that progress on gender equality is stalling or reversing, with no SDG 5 target on track for 2030. About Gender Snapshot 2026 Report Gender Snapshot 2026 Report tracks global progress on gender equality and women and girls across all 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Released by: It is released by UN… Continue reading Gender Snapshot 2026 Report
