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
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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
Dimethyl Ether (DME) Technology
News: The West Asia crisis increased LPG prices and import dependence, highlighting the need for indigenous alternatives like DME technology developed by CSIR-NCL. About Dimethyl Ether (DME) Technology Dimethyl Ether (DME) is a synthetically produced, clean-burning alternative fuel that can replace both diesel and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). In India, Dimethyl Ether (DME) is a… Continue reading Dimethyl Ether (DME) Technology
UNIGME Report 2025
News: The UNIGME Report 2025 was recently released, highlighting global and India-specific progress in reducing child mortality rates. About UNIGME Report 2025 It is a global report that tracks levels and trends in child mortality. Released by: It is released by the United Nations Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation (UN IGME), led by UNICEF,… Continue reading UNIGME Report 2025
Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC-14) and ADITI Challenge under iDEX Framework
News: Raksha Mantri launched DISC-14 and ADITI 4.0 challenges during National Defence Industries Conclave 2026 to promote defence innovation and indigenous capabilities. About Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC-14) Defence India Start-up Challenge is a flagship programme supporting startups, MSMEs, and innovators in defence and security. Inception: It was launched on August 4, 2018 by the… Continue reading Defence India Start-up Challenge (DISC-14) and ADITI Challenge under iDEX Framework
Small Hydro Power Development Scheme
News: The Union Cabinet approved the Small Hydro Power Development Scheme for 2026-27 to 2030-31 with ₹2,584.60 crore outlay. About Small Hydro Power Development Scheme It is a scheme to install about 1,500 MW small hydro power capacity across India. Nodal Ministry: It is under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), unlike larger… Continue reading Small Hydro Power Development Scheme
Hindon River
News: A five-day research survey found zero dissolved oxygen levels at several locations, making the Hindon river uninhabitable for aquatic life. About Hindon River Origin: It originates in the Saharanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, in the Siwalik Hills at about 800 m elevation. Nature: The river is entirely rain-fed, with higher flow during the monsoon… Continue reading Hindon River
