News: India and France has inked an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) for the procurement of 26 Rafale-M aircraft – 22 single-seater and four twin-seater – for the Indian Navy. About Rafale-Marine Fighter Jet It is a single-seat, carrier-borne, 4+ generation aircraft capable of performing a wide range of missions, including deep strikes, air defence, and reconnaissance. Manufactured… Continue reading Rafale-Marine Fighter Jet
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Continental Self
News: India raises continental-shelf claim in Arabian Sea region by nearly 10,000 square km. About Continental Shelf The ocean floors can be divided into four major divisions: (i) Continental Shelf; (ii) Continental Slope; (iii) Deep Sea Plain; (iv) Oceanic Deeps. Besides, these divisions there are also major and minor relief features in the ocean floors… Continue reading Continental Self
African Hyena
News: The four extant species of hyena or hyaenids found on the African continent are facing increasing threats, leading to population declines, according to conservation organisation, Wild Africa. About African Hyena They belong to the Hyaenidae family of Hyaena genus. They are hunters and catch their prey using their teeth instead of claws. There are… Continue reading African Hyena
‘Revive Our Ocean’ Initiative
News: A new global initiative called ‘Revive Our Ocean’ was launched on April 24, 2025, with a goal to scale up effective, community-led marine protected areas (MPAs) through local action. ‘Revive Our Ocean’ Initiative. About ‘Revive Our Ocean’ Initiative It aims to help communities profit from efforts to protect at least 30% of the world’s… Continue reading ‘Revive Our Ocean’ Initiative
Zero Shadow Day (ZSD)
News: The Cosmology Education and Research Training Center (COSMOS), Mysuru, of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics observed ‘Zero Shadow Day’ recently. Zero Shadow Day (ZSD). About Zero Shadow Day (ZSD) ZSD is a fascinating astronomical phenomenon that occurs twice a year in locations situated between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. All… Continue reading Zero Shadow Day (ZSD)
United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3)-2025
News: The 2025 UN Ocean Conference, co-hosted by the Governments of France and Costa Rica, will take place from 9 to 13 June 2025 in Nice, France. United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3)-2025. About United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3)-2025 Host: It will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France. Theme: “Accelerating… Continue reading United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3)-2025
Chlorpyrifos Pesticide
News: Indian civil societies have called for an immediate ban on chlorpyrifos in the upcoming 2025 Conferences of the Parties to the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions (BRS COP). About Chlorpyrifos Pesticide It is an organophosphate pesticide widely used in India to control a variety of insect pests in agriculture. It is classified as ‘moderately… Continue reading Chlorpyrifos Pesticide
Musk Deer
News: Recently, a report “Plant Breeding Programmes in Indian Zoos: Assessment and Strategic Actions (2024)”, released by the Central Zoo Authority (CZA) has revealed that no breeding programme has been started in Indian zoos for the conservation of musk deer, classified as ‘endangered’ by IUCN. About Musk Deer It is a solitary shy animal which… Continue reading Musk Deer
INS Surat
News: Indian Navy’s guided missile destroyer INS Surat successfully test-fired a medium-range surface-to-air missile in the Arabian Sea. About INS Surat It is the fourth and final stealth destroyer ship of the Project 15B- Guided Missile Destroyer Project and is popularly known as the Visakhapatnam-class. It represents an advanced iteration of the Kolkata-class destroyers built… Continue reading INS Surat
Enzymes and Coenzymes
News: Plants with genetically modified enzymes/coenzymes are being contemplated to be launched as source of antioxidants in future food markets. About Enzymes and Coenzymes Enzymes: They are specialized proteins that act as biological catalysts, accelerating the rate of chemical reactions in cells without being consumed or permanently altering themselves. Coenzymes: Many enzymes require some molecules… Continue reading Enzymes and Coenzymes
