Source-This post on Low COVID-19 Infection Rates in India is based on the article “Covid virus is still here. Why aren’t more people falling ill?” published in “The Indian Express” on 6th May 2024. Why in the News? On May 5, 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared that Covid-19 was no longer a global… Continue reading Low COVID-19 Infection Rates in India
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Swing trading
Source-This post on Swing trading is based on the article “Explained: What is swing trading” published in “The India Today” on 6th May 2024. Why in the News? The stock market has experienced significant volatility recently due to the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. Amidst these ups and downs, swing trading has become a popular topic… Continue reading Swing trading
Bhadra Tiger Reserve
Source– This post on Bhadra Tiger Reserve is based on the article “Bhadra Tiger Reserve: A paradise for scientists, tourists and photographers” published in “The Hindu” on 6th May 2024. Why in the News? Recently, there has been an increase in the number of visitors to the Bhadra Tiger Reserve for safaris. It is important… Continue reading Bhadra Tiger Reserve
Peptide
Source– This post on Newly discovered peptide that could treat incurable bacterial infections is based on the article “Newly Discovered Peptide Could Treat Incurable Bacterial Infections” published in “The scietech daily” on 6th May 2024. Why in the News? Recently, Researchers have identified an antimicrobial peptide derived from cows that shows promise in treating incurable infections caused… Continue reading Peptide
Eta Aquariids meteor showers
Source-This post on Eta Aquariids meteor showers is based on the article “Explained: The Eta Aquariid meteor shower and how it can be spotted” published in “The Indian Express” on 4th May 2024. Why in the News? Eta Aquariids meteor showers are active from April 16 and will peak on May 5 and 6. These meteor… Continue reading Eta Aquariids meteor showers
CDSCO to issue NOC for export of drugs
Source-This post on CDSCO to issue NOC for export of drugs is based on the article “Centre takes away state powers for issuing NOC for export of drugs” published in “The Mint” on 4th May 2024. Why in the News? In a significant development, CDSCO will be the sole licensing authority to issue NOC for drug… Continue reading CDSCO to issue NOC for export of drugs
Seventh India-Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee(JDCC) meeting
Source-This post on Seventh India-Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee(JDCC) meeting is based on the article “India, Indonesia agree to enhance defence industry collaboration” published in “The Hindu” on 4th May 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the seventh India-Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting was held in New Delhi. Both nations agreed to enhance collaboration in areas of defence… Continue reading Seventh India-Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee(JDCC) meeting
World Press Freedom Index 2023
Source– This post on World Press Freedom Index 2023 is based on the article “India press freedom score fell over the last year: RSF” published in “The Indian Express” on 4th May 2024. Why in the News? Recently, World Press Freedom Index 2023 was released by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). India’s ranking has dropped to 161 out… Continue reading World Press Freedom Index 2023
Forest Fires In India
Source-This post on Forest fires in India is based on the article “Forest fires scorched 38,100 HA of tree cover in over 2 decades” published in “The Business Standard” on 4th May 2024. Why in the News? The devastating forest fires in Uttarakhand have brought widespread attention to the extensive destruction caused by it. Over… Continue reading Forest Fires In India
Bima Vistaar
Source-This post on Bima Vistaar is based on the article “All-in-one insurance product: Irdai prices Bima Vistaar at Rs 1,500 per policy” published in “The Indian Express” on 3rd May 2024. Why in the News? The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) has proposed Bima Vistaar. Bima Vistaar is an ambitious all-in-one affordable mass… Continue reading Bima Vistaar
