News: The Supreme Court held that a person converting to Christianity cannot claim Scheduled Caste protections, upholding the Andhra Pradesh High Court order. About Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950 It defines Scheduled Castes (SCs) and restricts their status based on specific religions under Article 341. Constitutional basis: It was issued by the President to provide… Continue reading Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950
Author: Sumit Garg
Nalgonda Technique
News: The Government of India has commissioned a study to reassess fluoride removal technologies as existing standards based on the Nalgonda technique lag behind advancements. About Nalgonda Technique The Nalgonda technique is a simple and cost-effective method used for removing excess fluoride from drinking water. Developed by: It was developed by the National Environmental Engineering… Continue reading Nalgonda Technique
Beavers – Animal Kingdom’s Engineers
News: A new international study found that beavers reshape river systems and help store carbon, reducing its release into the atmosphere. About Beavers – Animal Kingdom’s Engineers Beavers are semiaquatic rodents known for building dams that transform landscapes and create wetlands. Habitat: They live in freshwater ecosystems such as rivers, streams, lakes, ponds, and marshes,… Continue reading Beavers – Animal Kingdom’s Engineers
Smog-Eating Photocatalytic Coatings
News: Delhi government and IIT Madras began a six-month study on “smog-eating” photocatalytic coatings to test reduction of NO₂ and volatile organic compounds (VOC) pollutants. About Smog-Eating Photocatalytic Coatings It is a coating using titanium dioxide that neutralizes harmful gases like nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Mechanism Photocatalytic activity uses light energy… Continue reading Smog-Eating Photocatalytic Coatings
Switch Auction by RBI
News: The RBI conducted a switch auction where the government bought back ₹6,309 crore of G-Secs and issued ₹6,431.797 crore of bonds. About Switch Auction by RBI A Switch Auction (or Conversion Auction) is a debt management tool used by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on behalf of the Government of India to manage… Continue reading Switch Auction by RBI
Sperm Whales
News: Sperm whales have been caught headbutting on camera for the first time, confirming behaviour described by 19th century whaling ships. About Sperm Whales Sperm whales are the largest toothed whales, easily recognized by their enormous square head and narrow lower jaw. Scientific Name: The scientific name of sperm whale is Physeter macrocephalus. Naming: They… Continue reading Sperm Whales
Nd-Fe-B (Neodymium-Iron-Boron) Rare Earth Permanent Magnets
News: A pilot plant for Nd-Fe-B rare earth permanent magnets has been established at ARCI, Hyderabad to strengthen self-reliant manufacturing ecosystem. About Nd-Fe-B (Neodymium-Iron-Boron) Rare Earth Permanent Magnets Nd-Fe-B magnets are the strongest permanent magnets that can maintain high magnetic force without external power. Made up of: These magnets are made from Neodymium, Iron, and… Continue reading Nd-Fe-B (Neodymium-Iron-Boron) Rare Earth Permanent Magnets
Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 (CGSMFI-2.0)
News: The Government of India has introduced CGSMFI-2.0 to increase credit flow to microfinance institutions and support small borrowers. About Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 (CGSMFI-2.0) CGSMFI-2.0 is a credit guarantee scheme that provides cover to banks against losses on loans given to MFIs for small borrowers. Launched in: The scheme was launched in… Continue reading Credit Guarantee Scheme for Microfinance Institutions-2.0 (CGSMFI-2.0)
Veerangana Rani Avantibai Lodhi
News: Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Veerangana Rani Avantibai Lodhi on her martyrdom day, highlighting her courage and sacrifice. About Veerangana Rani Avantibai Lodhi Birth: Rani Avantibai Lodhi was born on August 16, 1831, in Mankehni village in present-day Madhya Pradesh. Early life: She was married to Vikramaditya Singh Lodhi, son of… Continue reading Veerangana Rani Avantibai Lodhi
Darfur Region
News: An attack on a hospital in Sudan’s Darfur region has killed at least 64 people, including 13 children, according to the head of the World Health Organization (WHO). About Darfur Region Location: It is a region of western Sudan bordering Chad, Libya, and the Central African Republic. It lay between Kordofan to the east… Continue reading Darfur Region
