What is the News? In a major boost to the export of Geographical Indication(GI) certified products, the first consignment of Shahi Litchi from Bihar was exported to the United Kingdom. About Shahi Litchi: Firstly, Shahi Litchi is a variety of litchi that is grown in Muzaffarpur, Bihar. It has high pulp and is juicier compared… Continue reading First consignment of GI certified “Shahi Litchi” exported to the U.K
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Preventive steps to avoid Mucormycosis or Black Fungus infections
What is the News? Doctors have advised several preventive steps to be taken by Covid-19 patients to prevent Mucormycosis. About Mucormycosis: Mucormycosis or Black Fungus is a rare fungal infection. A group of molds called mucormycetes is the reason behind it, which is abundant in the environment. These are present in the air, water and moist… Continue reading Preventive steps to avoid Mucormycosis or Black Fungus infections
First Case of “Yellow Fungus” detected in UP
What is the News? A COVID-19 patient in Ghaziabad has been diagnosed with a Yellow Fungus infection. About Yellow Fungus: Yellow Fungus, also goes by its second name, mucor septic. It is a fungal infection that medical experts say generally does not occur in humans but in reptiles. Causes: Poor Hygiene High levels of humidity… Continue reading First Case of “Yellow Fungus” detected in UP
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 26 May, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles “One Health High-Level Expert Panel” – A WHO panel to investigate zoonotic diseases What is the News? The World Health Organization(WHO) has formed a One Health High-Level Expert Panel. About One Health High-Level Expert Panel: Purpose: The panel has been formed to study the emergence… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 26 May, 2021
EU leaders agree to donate 100 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines
What is the News? The European Union(EU) countries have gathered in Brussels, Belgium for a two-day summit. During the summit the EU leaders has agreed to donate 100 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines Key Highlights of the Summit: During the Summit: Firstly, the European Union leaders have committed to donate at least 100 million doses… Continue reading EU leaders agree to donate 100 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines
High Mercury level Found in Rivers linked to Greenland’s Glacial Meltwaters
What is the News? According to a study published in Nature Geoscience, Greenland’s glacial meltwaters have unusually high levels of mercury. About the study: Researchers from the Florida State University have analyzed the meltwater rivers. These rivers receive substantial amounts of water from the Greenland ice sheet. The samples were filtered to remove any sediment… Continue reading High Mercury level Found in Rivers linked to Greenland’s Glacial Meltwaters
National Mission on Use of Biomass in Thermal Power plants
What is the News? The Ministry of Power has decided to set up a National Mission on the use of Biomass in thermal power plants. About National Mission on the use of Biomass in thermal power plants: Aim of the mission: It aims to address the issue of air pollution by farm-stubble burning. Further, it… Continue reading National Mission on Use of Biomass in Thermal Power plants
“One Health High-Level Expert Panel” – A WHO panel to investigate zoonotic diseases
What is the News? The World Health Organization(WHO) has formed a One Health High-Level Expert Panel. About One Health High-Level Expert Panel: Purpose: The panel has been formed to study the emergence and spread of zoonotic diseases. Such as H5N1, avian influenza, MERS, Ebola, Zika and possibly the novel coronavirus disease(COVID-19). Mandate of the Panel:… Continue reading “One Health High-Level Expert Panel” – A WHO panel to investigate zoonotic diseases
[Download] 9PM Weekly Compilation –May, 2021 – 3rd week
Hello everyone, We are posting a Compilation of the 9 PM current affairs brief for the 3rd week of the Month of May. Click on the following link to download 9 PM Compilation for the Month of May, Third Week About 9 PM Current Affairs Brief: The idea behind the 9 PM Daily Current Affairs Brief… Continue reading [Download] 9PM Weekly Compilation –May, 2021 – 3rd week
AWFG 3.0 Noticeboard
AWFG 3.0 Notice Board for CSE 2021 Welcome to Answer Writing Focus Group for CSM 2021!This is the permanent page / noticeboard for all important notifications regarding AWFG 3.0 Important Links – Read this before proceeding About AWFG Program – Announcement Article Link Registration Link for 2nd Entrance Test – https://go.forumias.com/awfgentrancetest Calendar Link – https://go.forumias.com/letscrackias AWFG 21… Continue reading AWFG 3.0 Noticeboard
