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Reclassification of Major Minerals

News: Recently, the Ministry of Mines issued a gazette notification shifting Barytes, Felspar, Mica, and Quartz from the minor minerals category to the major minerals category. About Major Minerals Minerals in India are classified into two categories: major minerals and minor minerals. The classification is based on their economic significance, industrial applications, and the regulatory… Continue reading Reclassification of Major Minerals

Black Plastic

News: Black plastic is commonly used in kitchen utensils, food containers, and household items. However, concerns have emerged regarding its safety due to potential toxic chemical exposure. About Black Plastic It is often made from recycled electronic waste, such as old computers, TVs, and appliances. These electronics contain substances like: Flame retardants (e.g., bromine-based compounds… Continue reading Black Plastic

Tea Horse Road 

News: Recently, China’s Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, shared a post on X about the historic Tea Horse Road, a trade route spanning over 2,000 km that connected China to India through Tibet. About Tea Horse Road  It is an ancient trade route connecting China to India via Tibet. It spanned over 2,000 km, passing… Continue reading Tea Horse Road 

Ajit Singh- Indian Freedom Fighter

News: On February 23, 2021, Pagri Sambhal Diwas was established to honor Ajit Singh’s contributions and recognize the continuing struggles of farmers. About Ajit Singh Ajit Singh (born February 23, 1881) was the younger brother of Sardar Kishan Singh and the uncle of Shaheed Bhagat Singh. Ajit Singh played a key role in the Pagri… Continue reading Ajit Singh- Indian Freedom Fighter

Bharat Tech Triumph Initiative 

News: The Bharat Tech Triumph Program (TTP) was launched as part of the Create in India Challenge Season 1 to highlight India’s gaming talent on a global stage. About Bharat Tech Triumph Initiative  It was organized by the Interactive Entertainment and Innovation Council (IEIC) and was supported by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB). Objective: … Continue reading Bharat Tech Triumph Initiative 

Kuno National Park (KNP)

News: Five cheetahs were released in MP’s Kuno National Park, increasing the total to 12. About Kuno National Park: Location: Sheopur, Madhya Pradesh, near the Chambal region Established: It was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1981, upgraded to a national park in 2018 It is named after the Kuno River, a significant tributary of the… Continue reading Kuno National Park (KNP)

Zonal Councils

News: Recently, Union Home Minister Amit Shah presided over the 27th meeting of the Western Zonal Council in Pune. About Zonal Councils Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru introduced the concept of zonal councils in 1956 during the debate on the States Reorganisation Commission report. It was introduced as a mechanism to promote inter-state cooperation and resolve… Continue reading Zonal Councils

Dinesh Khara Committee

News: Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDAI) has set up a high-powered committee led by Dinesh Khara, former Chairman of the State Bank of India (SBI). About the Dinesh Khara Committee The Dinesh Khara Committee is a high-powered committee formed by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) to review the Insurance Act,… Continue reading Dinesh Khara Committee

Solar Coronal Holes

News: Recently, astronomers conducted an extensive study on coronal holes. The study suggests that coronal holes influence Indian monsoon rainfall through their radiative effects. About Solar Coronal Holes Solar coronal holes are regions on the Sun’s outer atmosphere (corona) that appear dark in X-ray and extreme ultraviolet (EUV) images due to their lower density and… Continue reading Solar Coronal Holes

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