News: Recently, PM launches the Gyan Bharatam Portal which is a dedicated digital platform to accelerate manuscript digitisation, preservation, and public access. About Gyan Bharatam Portal It is a dedicated digital platform aimed at accelerating the digitization, preservation, and public access to India’s vast manuscript heritage. Mission: It supports the Gyan Bharatam Mission, which seeks… Continue reading Gyan Bharatam Portal
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STAR Missile
News: Recently, India’s STAR (Supersonic TARget) missile has garnered significant attention due to its advancements in indigenous defence technology and its potential impact on military training and preparedness. About STAR Missile STAR is India’s indigenous supersonic target missile designed for training the armed forces to counter modern cruise missile threats. Function: It replicates the performance… Continue reading STAR Missile
Exercise ZAPAD 2025
News: The multilateral joint military exercise ZAPAD 2025 is scheduled to be conducted from 10 to 16 September 2025. About Exercise ZAPAD 2025 It is to be conducted at the Mulino Training Ground, Nizhniy, Russia. Aim: The exercise is designed to enhance military cooperation, improve interoperability, and provide a platform for participating armies to exchange… Continue reading Exercise ZAPAD 2025
EnteroMix Cancer Vaccine
News: The Russian Federal Medical and Biological Agency (FMBA) announced that the EnteroMix cancer vaccine is now ready for clinical use. About EnteroMix Cancer Vaccine The EnteroMix cancer vaccine was developed by the National Medical Research Radiology Centre (NMRRC), which operates under the Ministry of Health of Russia. EnteroMix cancer vaccine is built on mRNA… Continue reading EnteroMix Cancer Vaccine
Protein Language Model (pLM)
News: Recently, researchers have tried to shed light on the inner workings of the language models that predict the structure and function of proteins by using Protein Language Model (pLM). About Protein Language Model (pLM) A Protein Language Model (pLM) is a special type of artificial intelligence program designed to study proteins. It works like… Continue reading Protein Language Model (pLM)
Bhupen Hazarika
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
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
