News: Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika on his birth anniversary. About Bhupen Hazarika Bhupen Hazarika was a cultural icon from Assam and Northeast India. He was born in 1926 in Sadiya, Assam. He was a singer, lyricist, musician, filmmaker, and cultural activist. He is popularly known as… Continue reading Bhupen Hazarika
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Functional Genomics
News: Personalised medicine customises cancer treatment based on genes, but tests can be unclear. Functional genomics helps understand genes better and guide treatment. It is slowly spreading in Africa despite high costs and limited resources. About Functional Genomics Functional genomics is the study of the physiological and biochemical effects of gene functions and interactions, emphasising… Continue reading Functional Genomics
Self-Respect Movement
News: Oxford conference commemorates the centenary of the Self-Respect Movement, highlighting Periyar’s worldwide impact. About the Self-Respect Movement It was a social reform movement launched in 1925 by E.V. Ramasamy (Periyar) in Tamil Nadu. Objective: The main objectives of the movement were: Annihilation of Caste System: Challenged the caste hierarchy and Brahmanical supremacy. Promotion of… Continue reading Self-Respect Movement
Why Punjab Keeps Flooding
News: Punjab is experiencing one of the worst floods. The state government has declared all 23 districts as flood-hit. Reasons behind Punjab Keeps Flooding 1. Punjab’s Geography: Punjab has three big rivers (Ravi, Beas, Sutlej) and some small ones (Ghaggar & choes). In the monsoon, heavy rains make these rivers overflow. Punjab has earthen walls (bundhs)… Continue reading Why Punjab Keeps Flooding
Rajasthan’s Coaching Centre Bill, 2025
News: Recently, the Rajasthan Assembly has passed a new Bill to regulate the coaching centre industry in the state to create a healthier and more supportive environment for students. About Rajasthan’s Coaching Centre Bill, 2025 It was passed by the Rajasthan Assembly on September 3, 2025. It aims to protect students’ interests, provide career guidance, ensure… Continue reading Rajasthan’s Coaching Centre Bill, 2025
Vikram-32
News: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled the Vikram-32 processor at the Semicon India 2025 conference. About Vikram-32 It is India’s first indigenously developed 32-bit processor for space applications. Developed by: Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), fabricated at ISRO Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL), Chandigarh. Upgrade: Vikram 32 (Vikram 3201) is an upgraded version of Vikram 1601, a… Continue reading Vikram-32
Exercise MAITREE-XIV
News: The 14th edition of the India–Thailand joint military exercise MAITREE-XIV began with a grand opening ceremony at the Joint Training Node (JTN) in Umroi, Meghalaya. About Exercise MAITREE-XIV It is a military exercise between India and Thailand. Started in: Exercise MAITREE was instituted in 2006. Place: The 2025 edition will be held at Joint Training… Continue reading Exercise MAITREE-XIV
Niveshak Didi – Phase II
News: Recently, the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) has successfully inaugurated Phase II of Niveshak Didi. About Niveshak Didi – Phase II It is flagship financial literacy initiative by Ministry of Corporate Affairs Launched by: Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. Launched in: The Phase-I was… Continue reading Niveshak Didi – Phase II
Samagra Shiksha scheme
News: The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the Centre after Tamil Nadu reported that funds under the Samagra Shiksha scheme have been separated from reimbursements mandated by the Right to Education (RTE) Act. About Samagra Shiksha Scheme It is an integrated scheme for school education covering the entire spectrum from pre-school to class… Continue reading Samagra Shiksha scheme
Bairabi–Sairang Railway Line
News: Mizoram will soon be connected to the national railway network through new Bairabi–Sairang Railway Line. About Bairabi–Sairang Railway Line The Bairabi–Sairang broad-gauge railway line is 51.38 km long. The line will connect Mizoram to the national railway network for the first time. It terminates at Sairang, which is located about 20 km from Aizawl,… Continue reading Bairabi–Sairang Railway Line
