News: A report flags tiger-human conflict risk as prey base (ungulates) shrinks in Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Odisha. About Ungulates Ungulates are hoofed mammals that walk on their toes. The word ungulate comes from the Latin word “unguis” which means nail, claw or hoof. Division: They are divided into two classes: Even-toed ungulates such as deer,… Continue reading Ungulates
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India to build first-ever indigenous Polar Research Vessel (PRV)
News: India to build first-ever indigenous Polar Research Vessel with Norwegian firm. India to build first-ever indigenous Polar Research Vessel (PRV) A PRV is a ship which serves a platform for research in the polar regions (areas surrounding the North and South Poles). It can also help scientists undertake research in the ocean realm. MoU:… Continue reading India to build first-ever indigenous Polar Research Vessel (PRV)
International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS)
News: India has won the Presidency of the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) for the 2025–2028 term. International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) About International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) It is an international non-profit organization working as a federation of member states, national sections and academic research centres jointly elaborating public governance solutions… Continue reading International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS)
Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV)
News: Boosting solar adoption in densely populated cities of India requires to look beyond traditional rooftop-mounted solar systems and towards Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV). About Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) They are solar power generating products or systems that are seamlessly integrated into the building envelope—such as facades, roofs, skylights, or windows. Purpose: It has two purposes: generating… Continue reading Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV)
Nanozyme
News: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc.) have developed an artificial metal-based nanozyme that can potentially be used to clamp down on abnormal blood clotting caused by conditions like pulmonary thromboembolism (PTE). Nanozyme About Nanozyme A nanozyme is a nanomaterial that exhibits enzyme-like catalytic activity, meaning it can mimic the functions of natural… Continue reading Nanozyme
Bharat Gen
News: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launches ‘Bharat Gen’ – India’ s first of its kind Indigenously developed government funded AI based Multimodal LLM for Indian Languages at BharatGen Summit. Bharat Gen. About Bharat Gen Bharat Gen is India’s first of its kind indigenously developed government funded AI based Multimodal LLM for Indian Languages. Aim:… Continue reading Bharat Gen
Personality Rights
News: The Delhi High Court has passed an order protecting the personality rights, and publicity rights of Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, founder of Isha Foundation, and restrained various rogue websites from misusing his personality traits by deploying Artificial Intelligence (AI). About Personality Rights Personality rights refer to the legal rights of an individual to protect their… Continue reading Personality Rights
Exercise Operation Shield
News: Civil defence exercise Operation Shield conducted across Kashmir to test and strengthen the preparedness for emergency situations. Exercise Operation Shield About Exercise Operation Shield It is a government-led civil defence preparedness initiative. Aim: The exercise was aimed at familiarising citizens with emergency response protocols during blackout or crisis situations and to evaluate the readiness… Continue reading Exercise Operation Shield
Asian Development Bank (ADB)
News: Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda announced a 5-year initiative aimed at transforming urban infrastructure across India. About Asian Development Bank (ADB) It is a regional development bank established on 19 December 1966. ADB is headquartered in Manila, Philippines. Aim: It aims to promote social and economic development in Asia. It assists its… Continue reading Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Vitamin B9
News: Nearly 41 per cent of urban adolescents in government schools across north India suffer from folate or vitamin B9 deficiency, which might be affecting their growth and development, according to a recent study by the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). Vitamin B9 About Vitamin B9 Vitamin B9 is also known as Folate or… Continue reading Vitamin B9
