News– On India’s 76th Republic Day, Andhra Pradesh’s tableau, featuring the 400-year-old Etikoppaka Bommalu wooden toy-making tradition, mesmerized the audience at New Delhi’s Kartavya Path. About Etikoppaka toys Etikoppaka toys are traditional toys made by artisans of Etikoppaka village located on the banks of Varaha River in Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh. These toys are… Continue reading Etikoppaka toys
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Libia Lobo Sardesai- Goa Freedom Fighter
News- Recently, Goa’s freedom fighter Libia Lobo Sardesai, was honoured with the Padma Shri for her pivotal role in the state’s liberation struggle. About Libia Lobo Sardesai She was born on May 25, 1924 in Portuguese-ruled Goa. Role in Goa’s Liberation: Actively participated in the Goan nationalist movement during her college years. Played a key… Continue reading Libia Lobo Sardesai- Goa Freedom Fighter
State PCS Success Program (SPS) for 70th BPSC Mains Exam 2025
ForumIAS is coming up with State PCS Success Program (SPS) for 70th BPSC Mains Exam 2025 starting from 31st January 2025. State PCS Success Program (SPS) is an innovative approach to preparing for the 70th BPSC Mains Exam 2025, designed to help students master the exam through personalized mentorship, structured test series, and expert guidance.… Continue reading State PCS Success Program (SPS) for 70th BPSC Mains Exam 2025
The Paris Agreement and Climate Challenges- Explained Pointwise
The Paris Agreement, adopted in 2015, is a landmark global effort to combat climate change. Signed by 196 nations, it seeks to limit global temperature rise to below 2°C, with an aspirational goal of 1.5°C. However, it faces challenges, including the U.S. withdrawal under President Donald Trump, who claimed the agreement was unfair and economically… Continue reading The Paris Agreement and Climate Challenges- Explained Pointwise
Stargardt disease
News– Researchers from Switzerland have announced the development of a gene-editing technique that may potentially aid in the treatment of Stargardt disease. About Stargardt Disease It is a rare inherited genetic disorder that leads to progressive vision loss, especially in children and young adults. Cause: The disease is caused by mutations in the ABCA4 gene,… Continue reading Stargardt disease
Corpse flower
News: A “corpse flower” at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney attracted over 20,000 visitors for its highly anticipated bloom. These flowers are rare bloomers, and this one opened for the first time since 2010. About Corpse flower The corpse flower (Amorphophallus titanum) is a rare and distinctive plant known for its large size and… Continue reading Corpse flower
Paraquat poisoning
News: A Thiruvananthapuram court recently sentenced a 24-year-old woman to death for poisoning her boyfriend in 2022 with the herbicide paraquat. About Paraquat Paraquat, also known as paraquat dichloride or methyl viologen, is one of the world’s most-used herbicides. It a highly toxic chemical which is mainly used to control weeds and dry out crops… Continue reading Paraquat poisoning
Fiscal Health Index 2025
News: Niti Aayog recently launched the “Fiscal Health Index 2025” in New Delhi. The report ranked 18 major states for the year 2022-23. About Fiscal Health Index (FHI) Annual Publication: The Fiscal Health Index report will be released every year. Focus on Fiscal Health: It will assess the fiscal health of Indian states. Data-Driven Insights:… Continue reading Fiscal Health Index 2025
Iron Age in India
News: Recent dating of burial urn samples from Sivagalai in Tamil Nadu’s Tuticorin district suggests that the Iron Age may have begun there around 3,345 BCE, at least 1,000 years earlier than previously believed. About Iron Age Iron Age Overview: A transformative period in history when iron replaced stone and bronze as the primary material… Continue reading Iron Age in India
Lake Victoria
News: A team of international researchers from North America and Kenya has conducted a genetic survey of cyanobacteria in the Winam Gulf of Lake Victoria, Kenya. About Cyanobacteria Definition: Cyanobacteria, previously referred to as blue-green algae, are photosynthetic microorganisms classified as bacteria. Appearance: They were originally called blue-green algae because dense growths often give water… Continue reading Lake Victoria
