Synopsis: Taiwan detected its 1st case of Covid-19 in January 2020. However, it managed to control the pandemic effectively despite the adverse circumstances. With India suffering heavily from Covid-19, it becomes important to have a good look at the Taiwan Covid-19 model. Introduction A novel form of pneumonia was first emerged in Wuhan, China, in… Continue reading Why the Taiwan Covid-19 Model Works?
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Uncontrolled Re-entry of China’s Long March 5B Rocket Debris
What is the News? The debris from a Chinese Long March 5B rocket made an uncontrolled re-entry into the Earth’s atmosphere and fell into the waters of the Indian Ocean west of the Maldives. About Long March 5B Rocket: The Long March 5B rocket is China’s largest rocket. It was launched into space in April… Continue reading Uncontrolled Re-entry of China’s Long March 5B Rocket Debris
DCGI approves “2-deoxy-D-glucose (2-DG)” – an anti-COVID drug developed by DRDO
What is the News? Defence Research and Development Organization(DRDO) has developed an anti-COVID drug named 2-deoxy-D-glucose(2-DG). Recently, the Drugs Controller General of India(DCGI) has approved this drug for emergency use. About 2-deoxy-D-glucose (2-DG): 2-deoxy-D-glucose (2-DG) is an anti-Covid oral drug. It has been developed by the Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS), a… Continue reading DCGI approves “2-deoxy-D-glucose (2-DG)” – an anti-COVID drug developed by DRDO
US joins “Christchurch Call to Action” against online extremism
What is the News? The United States has announced that it will be joining “Christchurch Call to Action” against online extremism. About Christchurch Call to Action: Christchurch Call to Action was launched during the Online Extremism Summit in Paris, France in 2019. The summit was co-chaired by New Zealand and France. Objective: The Christchurch Call… Continue reading US joins “Christchurch Call to Action” against online extremism
India participates in the “3rd Arctic Science Ministerial”
What is the News? India is participating in the 3rd Arctic Science Ministerial (ASM3) meeting. About Arctic Science Ministerial(ASM): Arctic Science Ministerial(ASM) is a global platform for discussing research and cooperation in the Arctic region. The USA and Germany held the first two Arctic Science Ministerial(ASM) meetings in 2016 and in 2018 respectively. 3rd Arctic… Continue reading India participates in the “3rd Arctic Science Ministerial”
ZSI research helps in categorising “Indian and Chinese Pangolin” scales
What is the News? Researchers at the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), Kolkata have developed tools to differentiate the scales of Indian pangolin (Manis crassicaudata) and Chinese pangolin (Manis pentadactyla). About the Research: The researchers characterised the morphological features of the Indian and Chinese Pangolin. They also investigated genetic variations between the two species. The… Continue reading ZSI research helps in categorising “Indian and Chinese Pangolin” scales
Indian Offshore Model will Dominate Global IT Sector
Synopsis: The Indian IT industry will dominate the global landscape due to various advantages associated with the offshore model Introduction: According to analysts, India is increasingly becoming an attractive market for tech companies from all over the world. What is the offshore model or the Work from home model? In simple terms, it is the… Continue reading Indian Offshore Model will Dominate Global IT Sector
Cabinet approves MoU between India and UK on “Global Innovation Partnership”
What is the News? The Union Cabinet has given an ex-post facto approval for an agreement signed between India with the United Kingdom on Global Innovation Partnership. About Global Innovation Partnership: Firstly, Global Innovation Partnership has been launched by the Government of India and the UK. Secondly, the purpose of the GIP is to support Indian… Continue reading Cabinet approves MoU between India and UK on “Global Innovation Partnership”
“World food price index” reaches highest level since May 2014: FAO
What is the News? The Food and Agriculture Organization(FAO) has released the World Food Price Index. According to the index, world food prices have increased for the 11th consecutive month in April. Further, the prices also hit their highest level since May 2014. About World Food Price Index: Firstly, the index was introduced in 1996.… Continue reading “World food price index” reaches highest level since May 2014: FAO
RBI’s Economic Measures to Tackle 2nd Wave of Covid-19
What is the News? The Reserve Bank of India(RBI) has announced measures to help India to tackle the unprecedented Covid-19 crisis during the second wave. Measures announced by the RBI: On-Tap Liquidity Facility: RBI has opened a Rs 50,000-crore on-tap liquidity window with a tenor of up to three years. Banks can borrow from this… Continue reading RBI’s Economic Measures to Tackle 2nd Wave of Covid-19
