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Space Debris and International Laws on Space Debris

News: A 500-kg metal object, believed to be space debris, crashed in Kenya, sparking concerns about accountability and legal gaps in space governance. Space Debris and International Laws on Space Debris About Space Debris Space debris refers to defunct, non-functional objects in Earth’s orbit, including fragments of old satellites, spent rocket stages, and collision remnants.… Continue reading Space Debris and International Laws on Space Debris

Revised Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP)

News: The Union Cabinet has approved the revision of the Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP). The scheme has been allocated a total outlay of ₹3,880 crore for two years, covering 2024-25 and 2025-26. Revised Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP) About Revised Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP) The Government of… Continue reading Revised Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP)

D-voter and rules governing D voters

News: The issue of ‘D’ (Doubtful) voters in Assam has resurfaced as the opposition demands the tabling of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) report and the closure of the state transit camp. D-voter and rules governing D voters. About D-voter The term “D-voter” refers to “Doubtful Voter”, a classification used in Assam to indicate… Continue reading D-voter and rules governing D voters

Gum Arabic

News: Gum Arabic is facing a growing crisis due to the ongoing conflict in Sudan. About Gum Arabic Gum arabic, also known as acacia gum, is a natural substance obtained from the hardened sap of two species of acacia trees—Acacia senegal and Vachellia (formerly Acacia). It is predominantly produced in Sudan, which accounts for about… Continue reading Gum Arabic

Cyclone Alfred

News: Cyclone Alfred is moving toward Australia’s east coast, posing a threat of heavy rainfall in various regions. Cyclone Alfred About Cyclone Alfred Cyclone Alfred is a tropical cyclone classified as a Category 2 storm. It has sustained winds of 95 km/h and gusts up to 130 km/h. Note: Category 2 hurricanes (96–110 mph) cause extensive damage,… Continue reading Cyclone Alfred

Bollgard 3

News: Recently, demand for Bollgard-3 in Punjab has increased ahead of the cotton sowing season. About Bollgard 3 This genetically modified (GM) cotton variety is resistant to pests and was developed by Monsanto over a decade ago. It demonstrates exceptional resistance to insect attacks. The variety incorporates three Bt proteins—Cry1Ac, Cry2Ab, and Vip3A—which disrupt the… Continue reading Bollgard 3

Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF)

News: Recently, Punjab has fully utilized the Rs 4,713 crore provided by the Centre through the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) scheme. About Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) It is a financing scheme launched by the Government of India in July 2020 to provide medium to long-term funding for the development of post-harvest agriculture infrastructure. Aim: It… Continue reading Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF)

Mount Erebus 

News: Within the subterranean ice caves of Mount Erebus, the planet’s southernmost active volcano, scientists have uncovered flourishing microbial ecosystems, challenging our understanding of life’s resilience in extreme environments. About Mount Erebus Mount Erebus is located on the western half of Ross Island, off the coast of Antarctica in the Ross Sea. It is the world’s southernmost active volcano. It… Continue reading Mount Erebus 

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