Source-This post on Spherical Superhydrophobic Activated Carbon Catalyst has been created based on the article “Scientists from India, China, U.K. develop catalyst to produce cheaper biodiesel” published in “The Hindu” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? A team of scientists from Assam and Odisha in India, China, and the U.K. has developed a cost-effective,… Continue reading Spherical Superhydrophobic Activated Carbon Catalyst
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SIPRI Report on Nuclear Warheads
Source-This post on SIPRI Report on Nuclear Warheads has been created based on the article “China has 500 nuclear warheads, says SIPRI” published in “The Hindu” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, SIPRI released a report on nuclear warheads. Findings of SIPRI Report on Nuclear Warheads China’s Nuclear Arsenal: China has 500 nuclear… Continue reading SIPRI Report on Nuclear Warheads
Filoboletus Manipularis Mushroom
Source-This post on Filoboletus Manipularis Mushroom has been created based on the article “Scientists discover rare species of bioluminescent mushrooms in Kasaragod, warn against their consumption” published in “The Indian Express” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, researchers have discovered a rare species of bioluminescent mushrooms, scientifically known as Filoboletus manipularis, in the… Continue reading Filoboletus Manipularis Mushroom
GREAT Scheme
Source-This post on GREAT Scheme has been created based on the article “Ministry of Textiles approved Startups in Technical Textiles to boost innovation: Textiles Secretary” published in “PIB” on 19 June 2024. Why in the news? The Ministry of Textiles announced the GREAT Scheme during the 7th meeting of the Empowered Programme Committee (EPC) of… Continue reading GREAT Scheme
Burp tax
Source– This post on Burp tax is based on the article “Why has New Zealand removed the ‘burp tax’ on livestock?” published in “Indian Express” on 17th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, New Zealand announced scrapping the ‘burp tax. About burp tax 1. About the Burp Tax: It was a tax introduced in 2022… Continue reading Burp tax
Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary
Source– This post on Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary is based on the article “How the Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary is being developed as India’s second home for cheetahs” published in “Indian Express” on 17th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently it was announced that the Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary will be the second home… Continue reading Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary
Prerna Sthal
Source– This post on Prerna Sthal is based on the article “Vice President inaugurates Prerna Sthal at Parliament House Complex” published in “PIB” on 17th June 2024. Why in the News? Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar recently inaugurated the Prerna Sthal at the Parliament House Complex. About Prerna Sthal 1. Prerna Sthal is located at the Parliament… Continue reading Prerna Sthal
Solid Waste Management Cess
Source– This post on Solid Waste Management Cess is based on the article “What is SWM Cess and Why is It Levied on Waste Generators?” published in “The Hindu” on 17th June 2024. Why in the News? Recently, The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has proposed a Solid Waste Management Cess of ₹100 per month for… Continue reading Solid Waste Management Cess
Tarang Shakti Exercise 2024
Source- This post on Tarang Shakti Exercise is based on the article “India to host its first multinational air exercise Tarang Shakti in August” published in “The Hindu” on 17th May 2024. Why in the News? India will host its first multinational air exercise Tarang Shakti 2024 in August. About Tarang Shakti Exercise 2024 Aspects Description… Continue reading Tarang Shakti Exercise 2024
Ukraine Peace Summit
Source- This post on Ukraine Peace Summit is based on the article “Ukraine peace summit ends with hope” published in “The Hindu” on 17th May 2024. Why in the News? The two-day Ukraine Peace Summit ended recently. About Ukraine Peace Summit Aspects Description About This summit underscores the international community’s efforts to find a resolution to… Continue reading Ukraine Peace Summit
