News: At least eight babies have been born in the UK using DNA from three people, thanks to a groundbreaking fertility technique designed to stop the passing on of inherited genetic diseases. About Mitochondrial Donation Treatment (MDT) It is a form of IVF that replaces faulty mitochondrial DNA in the patient’s eggs with healthy mitochondrial… Continue reading Mitochondrial Donation Treatment (MDT)
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Tribal Genome Sequencing Project of Gujarat
News: Gujarat has become the first Indian State to launch a genome sequencing initiative focused exclusively on tribal communities. About Tribal Genome Sequencing Project of Gujarat It is an initiative to sequence the genomes of 2,000 individuals across 17 tribal districts of Gujarat, aiming to identify and manage inherited disorders. Gujarat will become the first… Continue reading Tribal Genome Sequencing Project of Gujarat
Akash Prime
News: India has achieved a significant milestone by successfully destroying two Aerial High Speed Unmanned targets at high-altitude in Ladakh by Akash Prime. About Akash Prime It is the latest edition of the surface-to-air missile defence system. Developed by: It is developed by the DRDO and produced by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Bharat Dynamics… Continue reading Akash Prime
Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PM DDKY)
News: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister has approved the “Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana” for a period of six years, beginning with 2025-26 to cover 100 districts. About Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PM DDKY) It is a first of its kind scheme, focusing exclusively on agriculture and allied sectors. The scheme… Continue reading Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PM DDKY)
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP)
News: The Ministry of Women and Child Development is reiterating its call for nominations to the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) 2025, awards. About Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) This award is a unique recognition to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of children. Organised by: Ministry of Women and Child Development This award is… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP)
Machilipatnam Port
News: The historic port of Machilipatnam is revived again after being a dead dock town for ages. About Machilipatnam Port Location: It is a port city located at the mouth of the River Krishna on the Bay of Bengal in the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh. It was also known as Masulipatnam or Bandar or… Continue reading Machilipatnam Port
ADEETIE Scheme
News: Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs launches ADEETIE Scheme to Accelerate Industrial Energy Efficiency in India. ADEETIE Scheme About ADEETIE Scheme Full name: Assistance in Deploying Energy Efficient Technologies in Industries & Establishments (ADEETIE) scheme It is an initiative to provide financial and technical support to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises… Continue reading ADEETIE Scheme
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
News: The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana has completed 10 years successfully since its launch in July 15, 2015. Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana About Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana It is the flagship scheme to encourage and promote skill development in the country by providing free short duration skill training and incentivizing this by… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana
Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS)
News: The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) data for May and June 2025 reveals key trends in unemployment and labour force participation in India. Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) About Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Launched in: It was launched in 2017 by National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) under Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation… Continue reading Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS)
Nominated Members of Rajya Sabha
News: The government has nominated four people of eminence to the Rajya Sabha, including former foreign secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla, Special Public Prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam, C Sadanandan Master, and historian Meenakshi Jain. About Nominated Members of Rajya Sabha Constitution provisions regarding Nominated Members of Rajya Sabha Article 80: “Composition of the Council of States” –… Continue reading Nominated Members of Rajya Sabha
