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
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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
Madurai Meenakshi Temple
News: The Maha Kumbabishekam ceremony of Madurai Meenakshi Temple was held after seventeen years, with thousands of devotees witnessing the event. About Madurai Meenakshi Temple Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple is a historic Hindu temple. Location: It is located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, on the southern bank of the Vaigai River. Deities: The main deities are Meenakshi… Continue reading Madurai Meenakshi Temple
Enhancement of EPFO Wage Ceiling
News: The Union Cabinet has raised the EPFO mandatory coverage wage ceiling from Rs.15,000 to Rs.25,000 per month. Key Highlights of Enhancement of EPFO Wage Ceiling Implementation: The Ministry of Labour & Employment and Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) will undertake the necessary statutory and administrative steps for implementation. Changes made Higher Coverage: The revised… Continue reading Enhancement of EPFO Wage Ceiling
Montreal Protocol
News: The 2025 Antarctic ozone hole was among the smallest in recent decades, reflecting the continuing recovery of the ozone layer. About Montreal Protocol Montreal Protocol is a landmark multilateral environmental agreement that regulates the production and consumption of ozone-depleting substances (ODS). Adoption: It was adopted on 16 September 1987, which is commemorated as World Ozone… Continue reading Montreal Protocol
Kishau Multipurpose Project
News: Six states signed a Memorandum of Understanding, to pave the way for the long-pending 422 MW Kishau Multipurpose Project. About Kishau Multipurpose Project The Kishau Multipurpose Project is an inter-state hydropower and water-storage project on the Tons River. Location: The project site lies on the border of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Aim: The project… Continue reading Kishau Multipurpose Project
Rungia mastersii
News: Rungia mastersii was rediscovered in Assam’s Jatinga Hills after nearly 180 years, having not been seen anywhere during this period. About Rungia mastersii Rungia mastersii is a rare shrubby herb endemic to Assam. Family: It belongs to the Acanthaceae family. Genus: It belongs to the Rungia genus, which has 88 accepted species worldwide. Habitat:… Continue reading Rungia mastersii
World Circular Economy Forum 2026
News: India is hosting the World Circular Economy Forum 2026 in Gandhinagar from September 15 to 18, for the first time in South Asia. About World Circular Economy Forum 2026 World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) is an annual global forum for sharing solutions and advancing the transition towards a circular economy. Origin: It was launched in… Continue reading World Circular Economy Forum 2026
Navier-Stokes Millennium Prize Problem
News: OpenAI has claimed a breakthrough on the Navier-Stokes problem after thousands of AI agents worked on it for 88 hours. About Navier-Stokes Millennium Prize Problem The Navier-Stokes equations describe the movement of fluids such as air and water. The Clay Mathematics Institute identified the Navier-Stokes question as one of the seven Millennium Prize Problems.… Continue reading Navier-Stokes Millennium Prize Problem
