Source– This post on Dodol has been created based on the article “GI tag for Dodol: Moving beyond the authenticity debate” published in “Indian Express” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? Last week, the Goa government applied for a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for the Goan sweet Dodol. The All-Goa Baker’s and Confectioners Association applied… Continue reading Dodol
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Post of Deputy Speaker
Source– This post on Post of Deputy Speaker has been created based on the article “Post of Deputy Speaker” published in “Indian Express” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? With the Opposition’s increased strength in Lok Sabha, its members hope to secure the Deputy Speaker post. The 17th Lok Sabha (2019-24) did not have a… Continue reading Post of Deputy Speaker
National Consultative Meet on Traditional Medicine
Source– This post on National Consultative Meet on Traditional Medicine has been created based on the article “CCRAS Hosts National Consultative Meet on Traditional Medicine” published in “PIB” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, CCRAS hosts National Consultative Meet on Traditional Medicine. About National Consultative Meet on Traditional Medicine Aspects Description About 1. The… Continue reading National Consultative Meet on Traditional Medicine
World Craft Council (WCC)
Source– This post on World Craft Council (WCC) has been created based on the article “Srinagar’s ‘World Craft City’ tag, allows Kashmir to re-connect globally” published in “The Hindu” on 25 June 2024. Why in the news? Srinagar has been recognized as a ‘World Craft City’ by the World Craft Council (WCC). Jaipur, Malappuram, and Mysore are… Continue reading World Craft Council (WCC)
Lake Natron
Source– This post on Lake Natron has been created based on the article “Flamingos under threat: Climate impact jeopardising delicate balance of Tanzania’s Lake Natron” published in “Down to Earth” on 24th June 2024. Why in the news? Experts note a steady decline in the flamingo population at Lake Natron, as extreme weather and encroachment cause fewer… Continue reading Lake Natron
J&K Enemy Agents Ordinance
Source– This post on J&K Enemy Agents Ordinance has been created based on the article “What is Enemy Agents Ordinance, tough law applicable in Jammu and Kashmir?” published in “Indian Express” on 25 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, the Director General of Police (DGP) of Jammu and Kashmir stated that investigating agencies should try those… Continue reading J&K Enemy Agents Ordinance
Namaqualand
Source– This post on Namaqualand has been created based on the article “Astonishing” Discovery – 34,000-Year-Old Inhabited Termite Mounds Discovered in South Africa” published in “Scietechdaily” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? Scientists recently discovered that termite mounds along the Buffels River in Namaqualand are the world’s oldest inhabited, dating back 34,000 years. About Namaqualand… Continue reading Namaqualand
Barda Wildlife Sanctuary (BWLS)
Source– This post on Barda Wildlife Sanctuary (BWLS) has been created based on the article “As lions make Barda sanctuary their second home, Gujarat forest dept starts translocating deer from Gir to Porbandar” published in “Indian Express” on 20 June 2024. Why in the news? The Forest Department in Gujarat has begun translocating spotted deer and sambars… Continue reading Barda Wildlife Sanctuary (BWLS)
International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO)
Source– This post on International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO) has been created based on the article “WORLD HYDROGRAPHY DAY 2024” published in “PIB” on 21 June 2024. Why in the news? The International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) celebrates World Hydrography Day on 21 June every year to raise awareness about hydrography. About the International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO) Aspects Description… Continue reading International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO)
Space Variable Objects Monitor (SVOM)
Source– This post on Space Variable Objects Monitor (SVOM) has been created based on the article “ Rocket carrying French-Chinese satellite launches from southwestern China to study gamma-ray bursts” published in “Times of India” on 22 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, a Long March 2-C rocket successfully launched the French-Chinese satellite Space Variable Objects Monitor (SVOM)… Continue reading Space Variable Objects Monitor (SVOM)
