News: Kerala was placed on high alert after an outbreak of bird flu was confirmed in Kottayam and Alappuzha districts. Facts: Source: The Hindu Bird Flu: It refers to the disease caused by infection with avian (bird) influenza(flu) Type A viruses.These viruses occur naturally among wild aquatic birds worldwide and can infect domestic poultry and… Continue reading Kerala on alert after bird flu in two districts
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Community fishing banned at Deepor Beel
News: Kamrup (Metropolitan) district administration has prohibited community fishing at Deepor Beel, a wetland on the south-western edge of Guwahati and Assam’s only Ramsar site. Facts: Read more:-Daily current affairs Deepor Beel: It is located to the south-west of Guwahati city, in Kamrup district of Assam.It is a permanent freshwater lake and drains into the Brahmaputra… Continue reading Community fishing banned at Deepor Beel
Government kicking off Seaplane Services on selected Routes
News: Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways has announced that it has kickstarted the process of commencing operations of the Seaplane services on select routes. Facts: What is Seaplane? Seaplanes are typically fixed-wing aircraft with a much fewer number of seats and can take off from and land on water. How will it work? Sea… Continue reading Government kicking off Seaplane Services on selected Routes
India launches 40th Scientific expedition to Antarctica
News: India has launched the 40th scientific expedition to Antarctica. This Indian expedition marks four decades of the country’s scientific endeavour to the Antarctica. Facts: India’s Antarctic Expeditions: The Indian Antarctic expeditions began in 1981.The first trip consisted of a team of 21 scientists and support staff led by Dr SZ Qasim. Research Base Stations: Indian… Continue reading India launches 40th Scientific expedition to Antarctica
PM Modi inaugurates National Metrology Conclave 2021
News: The Prime Minister has inaugurated the National Metrology Conclave through video conferencing. Facts: National Metrology Conclave: It is organized by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Physical Laboratory (CSIR-NPL) which is entering into its 75th year of inception. Theme: ‘Metrology for the Inclusive Growth of the Nation’. Key Highlights of the PM’s Address: India… Continue reading PM Modi inaugurates National Metrology Conclave 2021
Track social media to check pangolin poaching
The Odisha Forest Department has stressed the need for stricter monitoring of social media platforms to check pangolin poaching and trading. Facts: Source: Wikipedia Pangolin: They are scaly anteater mammals of the order Pholidota. Characteristics: They have large, protective keratin scales covering their skin and they are the only known mammals with this feature. If under… Continue reading Track social media to check pangolin poaching
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Odisha Government asks for stricter check on pangolin poaching News: The Odisha Forest department has stressed the need for stricter monitoring of social media platforms to check pangolin poaching and trading. Facts: Source: Wikipedia Pangolin: They are scaly anteater mammals of the order Pholidota. Characteristics: They have large, protective keratin scales covering their skin and… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims| Jan 05,2021
Poshan Abhiyaan
Andhra Pradesh ranked 1st in the country for the overall implementation of Poshan Abhiyan News:NITI Aayog has released a report on the performance of States in the implementation of Poshan Abhiyan. Facts: Key takeaways from the report: Andhra Pradesh ranked 1st in the country for the overall implementation of Poshan Abhiyan On the other hand,… Continue reading Poshan Abhiyaan
What is YSR Rythu Bharosa scheme
News:Andhra Pradesh Government is set to launch a scheme for farmers called as YSR Rythu Bharosa scheme. Facts: About the scheme: The scheme aims to provide monetary support to farmers which will also include landless and tenant farmers. Under the scheme,each farmer holding up to five acres will be given financial assistance of Rs 13,500.… Continue reading What is YSR Rythu Bharosa scheme
E-Saathi app System
News:Union Minister for Home Affairs has launched the E-Beat Book System and the ‘E-Saathi App’ for Chandigarh police. Facts: About E-Beat book system: The ‘E-Beat Book’ is a web and mobile based application which will ease the collection, updation and analysis of information related to crime and criminals in a real time. Chandigarh has been… Continue reading E-Saathi app System
