Source-This post is based on the article “Scientists from KFRI, BHU and BSI discover new species of fungus in Kerala” published in “Newscareers360” on 15th January 2024. Why in the News? Scientists have recently discovered a new species of fungus in Kerala, named ‘Paramyrothecium indicum’. What is ‘Paramyrothecium indicum’? 1. It is a new species… Continue reading Paramyrothecium indicum – Scientists discover new species of fungus in Kerala
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Zanskar River
Source-This post is based on the article “Chief of the Naval Staff Flags off CHADAR trek expedition to Zanskar river, Ladakh” published in “PIB” on 17th January 2024. Why in the News? The Chief of the Naval Staff recently inaugurated the Indian Navy’s Chadar Trek expedition at INS Shivaji. It takes place on the frozen… Continue reading Zanskar River
What is ‘prior approval’ before probing corruption allegations against public officials?
Source-This post is based on the article “What is ‘prior approval’, and why is it needed before investigating public officials accused of corruption?” published in “The Indian Express” on 17th January 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the Supreme Court issued a divided verdict on ex-Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu’s plea to dismiss an FIR… Continue reading What is ‘prior approval’ before probing corruption allegations against public officials?
Why Kashmir and Ladakh are without snow this winter, its implications
Source-This post is based on the article “Why Kashmir and Ladakh are without snow this winter, its implications” published in “The Indian Express” on 17th January 2024. Why in the News? Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh which are the key tourist destinations in India have seen little rainfall or snow this winter, leading to a… Continue reading Why Kashmir and Ladakh are without snow this winter, its implications
Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR): Addressing Passenger Attacks on Pilots
Source-This post is based on the article “A passenger attacked a pilot. How are airlines expected to respond?” published in “The Indian Express” on 16th January 2024. Why in the News? Recently, a passenger assaulted an IndiGo airline pilot following a prolonged delay caused by heavy fog in Delhi. This article explores the responses of… Continue reading Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR): Addressing Passenger Attacks on Pilots
Home Ministry cancels FCRA registration of Centre for Policy Research
Source-This post is based on the article “Home Ministry cancels FCRA registration of Centre for Policy Research ” published in “The Hindu” on 17th March 2024. Why in the News? The registration of the Centre for Policy Research (CPR) under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) has been revoked by the Union Home Ministry. Why… Continue reading Home Ministry cancels FCRA registration of Centre for Policy Research
Multidimensional Poverty discussion Paper by NITI Aayog
Source-This post is based on the article “India’s multidimensional poverty rate down to 11.28% in 2022-23 from 29.17% in 2013-14” published in “The Indian Express” on 16th January 2024. Why in the News? Recently, NITI Aayog has released a discussion paper ‘Multidimensional Poverty in India since 2005-06’. What are the key findings of the NITI… Continue reading Multidimensional Poverty discussion Paper by NITI Aayog
India Meteorological Department Marks 150 years of serving the nation
Source-This post is based on the article “India Meteorological Department celebrates 150th Year of its establishment and service to the nation” published in “PIB” on 15th January 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) celebrated its 150th year of establishment and service to the nation. Which significant services of the IMD… Continue reading India Meteorological Department Marks 150 years of serving the nation
Samavesha Project to be Launched by I-STEM
Source-This post is based on the article “I-STEM to launch Samavesha project on January 16 at IISc Bengaluru to connect researchers with labs and equipment” published in “The Hindu” on 12th January 2024. Why in the News? The I-STEM (Indian Science, Technology, and Engineering facilities Map) is launching the Samavesha project at IISc., Bengaluru. What… Continue reading Samavesha Project to be Launched by I-STEM
Himalayan Wolf
Source-This post is based on the article “The first-ever IUCN assessment of the Himalayan Wolf is out. And it is grim” published in “DownToEarth” on 12th January 2024. Why in the News? The Himalayan Wolf (Canis lupus chanco) has been assessed for the first time on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red… Continue reading Himalayan Wolf
