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Abujhmadiya Tribe

News: The Abujhmadiya tribe is in news because its members are increasingly participating in the Bastar Olympics sports tournament. About Abujhmadiya Tribe It is sub-group and sub-caste of the Gond tribe of the Central India region. On racial grounds, they are placed in the Pre-Dravidian or Proto-Australoid group, with generally medium height and strong physique.… Continue reading Abujhmadiya Tribe

Lachit Borphukan

News: Every year, 24th November is celebrated as Lachit Diwas to mark the birth anniversary of Ahom general Lachit Borphukan. About Lachit Borphukan Lachit Borphukan was an Ahom army commander known for leading the 1671 Battle of Saraighat against the Mughals. Birth: He was born on 24th November 1622. Battle of Saraighat: In the 1671… Continue reading Lachit Borphukan

SIDDHI 2.0 Platform

News: SIDDHI 2.0 is in the news because CCRAS has launched its second edition as a two-day national conclave in Vijayawada. About SIDDHI 2.0 Platform Full form: Scientific Innovation in Drug Development, Healthcare & Integration (SIDDHI 2.0)  It is the second edition of CCRAS’s flagship industry–research interface initiative in Ayurveda. Launched by: It has been… Continue reading SIDDHI 2.0 Platform

Lake Urmia

News: Iran has used cloud-seeding over the Urmia Lake basin to address the country’s severe drought. About Lake Urmia  Location: It is a large oligotrophic and extremely hypersaline lake located in Iran. It lies in the Armenian Highlands, between the provinces of Azerbaijan in Iran and west of the southern portion of the Caspian Sea It… Continue reading Lake Urmia

Critical Mineral Recycling Incentive Scheme

News: Recently, the progress of the ₹1,500 crore Incentive Scheme for Critical Mineral Recycling was reviewed. About Critical Mineral Recycling Incentive Scheme The Critical Mineral Recycling Incentive Scheme is a ₹1,500 crore initiative under the National Critical Mineral Mission. Aim: To boost India’s recycling capacity for extracting critical minerals from secondary sources. Objective: The scheme… Continue reading Critical Mineral Recycling Incentive Scheme

Exercise SURYAKIRAN XIX – 2025

News: The 19th edition of Joint Military exercise “Exercise SURYAKIRAN XIX – 2025” commenced recently at Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand. About Exercise SURYAKIRAN XIX – 2025 2025 edition: It is the 19th edition of the India–Nepal Joint Military Exercise SURYAKIRAN XIX – 2025.  Duration: It will be conducted from 25 November 2025 to 08 December 2025. Location: Pithoragarh… Continue reading Exercise SURYAKIRAN XIX – 2025

Moss

News: A study found that moss spores survived nine months in low-orbit space outside the International Space Station (ISS), with over 80% able to reproduce back on Earth. About Moss Moss is a small non vascular plant known for its high resilience on earth. It belong to taxonomic division Bryophyta (bryophytes). Pioneering species: It is among… Continue reading Moss

Hayli Gubbi Volcano

News: Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi volcano has erupted after 12,000 years and its ash cloud is moving towards western and northern India. About Hayli Gubbi Volcano Location: It is located in the Rift Valley in Afar region of Ethiopia. It forms part of the Erta Ale volcanic range. It lies at the edge of the East African… Continue reading Hayli Gubbi Volcano

Auramine O

News: Recently, auramine O, a banned synthetic dye, has re-emerged in India’s food chain, highlighting recurring chemical adulteration concerns. About Auramine O Auramine O is a synthetic yellow industrial dye, produced from compounds such as dimethylaniline and formaldehyde. Regulation: It is not approved for use as a food colour in India, the European Union, the… Continue reading Auramine O

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