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Russell’s Viper Snake

Source– This post on Russell’s Viper has been created based on the article “Bangladesh reels from surge in snake bites” published in “BBC” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, Bangladesh has ordered all health centres and hospitals to stock anti-venom after reports of an increase in snake bites, particularly by Russell’s viper. About Russell’s… Continue reading Russell’s Viper Snake

Methane Release from Nord Stream Pipelines

Source– This post on Nord Stream pipelines has been created based on the article “Nord Stream pipeline leak: Methane released in Baltic Sea remains in water” published in “India today” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? According to a new study, a significant portion of the methane gas released from the ruptured Nord Stream pipelines… Continue reading Methane Release from Nord Stream Pipelines

V-LEX-02 Mission

Source– This post on V-LEX-02 Mission has been created based on the article “Pushpak, ISRO’s reusable launch vehicle, clears test” published in “Indian Express” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, ISRO successfully completed the third reusable launch vehicle landing experiment (RLV LEX) at the Aeronautical Test Range in Chitradurga, Karnataka. About V-LEX-02… Continue reading V-LEX-02 Mission

India-Russia- Draft Logistics Agreement

Source– This post on Draft Logistics Agreement has been created based on the article “After years, Russia approves draft logistics agreement to be signed with India” published in “The Hindu” on 24 June 2024. Why in the news? The Russian government has approved a draft logistics agreement with India. It marks a significant step in… Continue reading India-Russia- Draft Logistics Agreement

Ethanol and methanol production

Source– This post on Ethanol and methanol production  has been created based on the article ” How is Methanol procured and used as a liqour” published in “The Hindu” on 24 June 2024. Why in the news? The Kallakurichi illicit liquor tragedy has claimed over 50 lives. Similar tragedies happen across India, often due to… Continue reading Ethanol and methanol production

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) new safety standards on electric Vehicles

Source– This post on Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) new safety standards has been created based on the article “Bureau of Indian Standards introduces two new standards to enhance Safety and Quality of Electric Vehicles in India” published in “PIB” on 22 June 2024. Why in the news? The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has… Continue reading Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) new safety standards on electric Vehicles

INS Sunayna

Source– This post on INS Sunayna has been created based on the article “INS SUNAYNA AT PORT LOUIS, MAURITIUS” published in “PIB” on 22 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, INS Sunayna entered Port Louis, Mauritius. About INS Sunayna Aspects Description About INS Sunayna is a Saryu class Offshore Patrol Vessel, commissioned at Kochi. It… Continue reading INS Sunayna

The Telecommunications Act 2023

Source– This post on The Telecommunications Act 2023 has been created based on the article “The Telecommunications Act, 2023: Ushering in new era of connectivity” published in “PIB” on 22 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, Union Government issued Gazette Notification for enforcing sections 1, 2, 10 to 30, 42 to 44, 46, 47,… Continue reading The Telecommunications Act 2023

Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill 2024

Source– This post on Capsaicin has been created based on the article “Why chilis burn. And why humans still love them” published in “Indian Express” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? The Union government notified the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024. It has come into effect from 21 June 2024.… Continue reading Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill 2024

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