News– The WHO has released its first integrated guidelines for managing arboviral diseases About Arboviral Diseases Arboviral diseases are infections caused by arthropod-borne viruses transmitted to humans through bites of infected insects, mainly mosquitoes and ticks. It is commonly transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes. The Aedes aegypti mosquito can transmit several viruses within the same region,… Continue reading Arboviral Diseases
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Jarawa Tribe
News: Considering the 16th census, experts believe that conducting a census among the six main indigenous tribes in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands will not be tough. This is because the Central Government has already made contact and is running several welfare measures for these tribes. About Jarawa Tribe The Jarawa are an indigenous nomadic… Continue reading Jarawa Tribe
ASTRA Missile
News: DRDO and the IAF successfully conducted flight tests of the Astra missile off the coast of Odisha. About ASTRA – Indigenous Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile Astra is an indigenously developed Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) comprising the missile and its launcher. It has been jointly developed by the Defence Research and Development… Continue reading ASTRA Missile
World Bank Ranks India Among the Most Equal Countries
News: The World Bank’s Spring 2025 Poverty and Equity Brief has ranked India as the fourth most equal country in the world based on the Gini Index, with a score of 25.5. Key Highlights of the Report The Gini Index is a statistical tool that measures income inequality within a country. A score of 0… Continue reading World Bank Ranks India Among the Most Equal Countries
Namibia
News: Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Namibia, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in nearly three decades. This visit concludes his five-nation outreach to the Global South and seeks to strengthen cooperation. About Namibia It is located in southwestern Africa. Bordering states: It borders Angola, Zambia, Botswana, South… Continue reading Namibia
Tokara Islands
News: In a rare seismic occurrence, over 1,000 earthquakes have struck Japan’s Tokara Islands in the past two weeks, causing widespread fear among residents and triggering evacuation orders. About Tokara Islands The Tokara Islands are a remote archipelago located between Kyushu (southern Japan) and the Amami Islands. They are also known as the Toshima Islands. There… Continue reading Tokara Islands
Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme
News: Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme with a corpus of Rs. One lakh Crore. About Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Aim: To boost research, development, and innovation in India, especially in strategic and emerging (sunrise) sectors Overseeing Authority: Prime Minister-led ANRF Governing Board, Executive Council of… Continue reading Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme
RBI’s Financial Stability Report – June 2025
News: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released its June 2025 Financial Stability Report (FSR), highlighting the continued resilience of India’s financial system. About RBI’s Financial Stability Report The Financial Stability Report is released by the RBI every 6 months. It is based on the collective assessment of the Financial Stability and Developmental Council (FSDC)… Continue reading RBI’s Financial Stability Report – June 2025
Botrytis fungus
News: A recent study found that Botrytis fungi, known for creating noble rot in fine wines, have a unique genetic setup. About Botrytis fungus It is a necrotrophic fungus that infects ripe grapes. The fungus pierces the grape skin, causing dehydration as water evaporates. This concentrates the sugars, acids, and flavors in the grape, which is… Continue reading Botrytis fungus
Litchi Cultivation
News: India dispatches its first consignment of rose-scented litchis to Qatar. About Litchi Cultivation It is a tropical fruit popular for its sweet taste and juicy texture. Litchi requires a moist sub-tropical climate for optimal growth. The crop is highly sensitive to winter frost and cannot tolerate dry heat during summer. Temperature: The general temperature… Continue reading Litchi Cultivation
