What is the News? The Maharashtra government has submitted a list of 14 fort sites to be included in the Tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These sites are from the era of 17th century Maratha king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. UNESCO has accepted the nomination in Tentative Lists of its World Heritage Site. What… Continue reading How UNESCO Grants World Heritage Site tag?
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International Day for Biological Diversity
What is the News? International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) is observed every year on 22nd May. About International Day for Biological Diversity(IDB): The United Nations has proclaimed May 22 as the International Day for Biological Diversity(IDB) to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. Earlier, December 29 was designated as the International Day for… Continue reading International Day for Biological Diversity
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 24 May, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles How Whiteflies are Damaging Crops in India? What is the News? According to a study by ICAR- National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources, Invasive Whiteflies Species are increasing in India. Whiteflies: Whiteflies are sap-sucking insects. They are members of the insect family Aleyrodidae (order Homoptera).… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 24 May, 2021
“Dipcovan Kit” -DRDO develops Antibody Detection Kit
What is the News? Defense Research and Development Organisation(DRDO) has developed a Covid-19 antibody detection kit named Dipcovan. About Dipcovan Kit: Firstly, Dipcovan kit is a Covid-19 antibody detection kit. Defence Institute of Physiology and Allied Sciences lab of DRDO developed it in association with Delhi’s Vanguard Diagnostics Pvt Ltd. Secondly, Purpose: Its primary purpose… Continue reading “Dipcovan Kit” -DRDO develops Antibody Detection Kit
“BRICS Astronomy Working Group” Proposes Networking of Existing Telescopes
What is the News? India virtually hosted the 7th meeting of the BRICS Astronomy Working Group (BAWG) under the Science, Technology, and Innovation track of the BRICS 2021. Note: India has assumed the BRICS Presidency from January 2021. About BRICS Astronomy Working Group(BAWG): Astronomy was established as one of five thematic science areas within BRICS… Continue reading “BRICS Astronomy Working Group” Proposes Networking of Existing Telescopes
How Whiteflies are Damaging Crops in India?
What is the News? According to a study by ICAR– National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources, Invasive Whiteflies Species are increasing in India. Whiteflies: Whiteflies are sap-sucking insects. They are members of the insect family Aleyrodidae (order Homoptera). These insects become abundant during warm climates and are found on houseplants and in greenhouses. Origin: Most… Continue reading How Whiteflies are Damaging Crops in India?
[Download] 10 PM Compilation -May, 2021 – 3rd week
Hello Everyone, We are posting the Compilation of the 10 PM Current Affairs Quiz – May 2021 for 3rd week Click on the following link to download: – 10PM Compilation for the month of May 2021 – Third week The 10 PM Daily Current Affairs Quiz is focused on the current affairs part of UPSC Prelims. The daily… Continue reading [Download] 10 PM Compilation -May, 2021 – 3rd week
Government Schemes in News – Part-2 | Prelims Capsules 2021
Read – Central Government Schemes in News – Part 1 – Click Here Read Other Posts under Prelims Capsules Initiative – Click here Government Schemes for MSMEs and industries Production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for the telecom Sector News: The Union Cabinet has approved the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for the telecom sector. Background: PLI scheme… Continue reading Government Schemes in News – Part-2 | Prelims Capsules 2021
History Quiz: Freedom Struggle under Extremist Phase | 24 May, 2021
Good Morning Friends, We are Posting Today’s Prelims Marathon Quiz Current Affairs Quiz Subject Wise Quiz [WpProQuiz 2545]
India’s Stand on Palestine and Israel Conflict
Synopsis: In its recent statement, India tried to maintain a balance between its relations with Israel and Palestine. Why is it difficult for India to take sides in this conflict? Introduction India is a non-permanent at the UN Security Council. It attempted a subtle balancing act by repeating its traditional support for the Palestine cause.… Continue reading India’s Stand on Palestine and Israel Conflict
