News: India developed its first indigenous MA-104 cell line-based live attenuated African Swine Fever (ASF) vaccine to protect pigs against ASF. About Indigenous African Swine Fever (ASF) Vaccine Indigenous African Swine Fever (ASF) Vaccine is India’s first indigenous MA-104 cell line-based live attenuated vaccine developed to protect pigs against African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV) Genotype… Continue reading Indigenous African Swine Fever (ASF) Vaccine
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Closing Auction Session (CAS)
News: SEBI has introduced the Closing Auction Session (CAS) for eligible F&O stocks, effective from 3 August 2026, replacing the existing closing price methodology. About Closing Auction Session (CAS) Closing Auction Session (CAS) is an auction-based session to determine the official closing price of eligible F&O stocks. Introduced by: It is introduced by Securities and Exchange… Continue reading Closing Auction Session (CAS)
COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal – 2026
News: Astrophysicist Annapurni Subramaniam has been awarded the COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal – 2026 for her contributions to space research. About COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal – 2026 COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal is an international medal that recognizes outstanding contributions to space research by scientists working for developing countries. Awarded by: It is awarded jointly by the… Continue reading COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal – 2026
Phoenix Species Project
News: The Phoenix Species Project was launched as a global initiative with a $200 million commitment to recover 100 highly threatened species. About Phoenix Species Project Phoenix Species Project is a global initiative to recover 100 species facing imminent extinction across different countries and habitats. Launched by: The project was launched Leonardo DiCaprio’s Re:wild and the… Continue reading Phoenix Species Project
Panari Hydropower Project and Baghain River
News: The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL) recommended wildlife clearance for the Panari Pumped Storage Project in the Panna–Ranipur Tiger Corridor. About Panari Hydropower Project Location: The project is located in Satna and Panna districts of Madhya Pradesh. Objective: The project aims to develop a Pumped Storage Project (PSP) by using… Continue reading Panari Hydropower Project and Baghain River
Kisan Credit Card–Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (KCC–MISS)
News: A third-party ISEC assessment found that KCC–MISS reduced farmers’ interest burden and improved agricultural value addition across diverse agro-regions. About Kisan Credit Card–Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (KCC–MISS) Type: Kisan Credit Card–Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (KCC-MISS) is a Central Sector Scheme, launched in 2006–07. Nodal Ministry: It is under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’… Continue reading Kisan Credit Card–Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (KCC–MISS)
Key Highlights of Research and Development Statistics 2025-26
News: The Department of Science and Technology released the Research and Development Statistics 2025-26, highlighting record R&D expenditure and private-sector leadership. Key Highlights of Research and Development Statistics 2025-26 Released by: It is released by the Department of Science and Technology (DST). Key Highlights of Research and Development Statistics 2025-26: Record R&D Expenditure: India’s Gross… Continue reading Key Highlights of Research and Development Statistics 2025-26
Cyclosporiasis
News: The U.S. is investigating a major cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce, with Michigan reporting over 11,000 cases and two deaths. About Cyclosporiasis Cyclosporiasis is a foodborne intestinal illness. It is caused by Cyclospora cayetanensis, a microscopic coccidian protozoan parasite. Mode of Transmission: The infection spreads through the faeco-oral route by consuming food or water… Continue reading Cyclosporiasis
Nitrosamines as Hidden Carcinogens
News: Nitrosamines have gained attention because they are hidden chemicals present in foods, water, pharmaceuticals, and tobacco that are linked to cancer risk. About Nitrosamines as Hidden Carcinogens Nitrosamines are organic compounds that contain alkyl and an aryl group with the following nitrogen and oxygen group: N–N=O. Formation: They are formed when amines react with… Continue reading Nitrosamines as Hidden Carcinogens
Kamlang Tiger Reserve
News: India added Glaw Lake as Arunachal Pradesh’s first Ramsar Site, located within Kamlang Tiger Reserve, raising India’s total Ramsar Sites to 101. About Kamlang Tiger Reserve Kamlang Tiger Reserve is a protected area in Arunachal Pradesh and forms part of the Eastern Himalayan Biodiversity Hot Spot. Location: It is located in the southeastern part of… Continue reading Kamlang Tiger Reserve
