News: Researchers may be closer to developing a vaccine that protects against Epstein-Barr Viral Infection. About Epstein-Barr Viral (EBV) Infection It is a widely spread double-stranded DNA virus and is a member of the herpes virus family. It is also known as human herpesvirus 4. It most commonly affects children, teenagers, and young adults, although… Continue reading Epstein-Barr Viral Infection
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Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC)
News: The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO released the Integrated Ocean Carbon Research Report highlighting uncertainties and knowledge gaps in ocean carbon sink. About Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) The Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission is a UNESCO body that promotes international cooperation in marine science and ocean management. Established in: The IOC was established in 1960 as… Continue reading Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC)
India’s First State Innovation Mission (SIM)
News: Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under NITI Aayog launched India’s first State Innovation Mission in Tripura to strengthen innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystems. About India’s First State Innovation Mission (SIM) The State Innovation Mission is part of the approved AIM 2.0 programme, under the aegis of NITI Aayog’s State Support Mission (SSM). It is designed as… Continue reading India’s First State Innovation Mission (SIM)
Xerocoma
News: A recent study identified Xerocoma as a new plant adaptation in Northern Western Ghats that protects dormant buds during harsh seasonal cycles. About Xerocoma Xerocoma is a plant adaptation strategy in which dry, cottony plant fibres form at the rootstock and envelop dormant buds to protect them during harsh seasonal conditions. Structure formation: Xerocoma… Continue reading Xerocoma
Rail Tech Policy, Portal and e-Railway Claims Tribunal
News: The Union Minister for Railways announced the RailTech Policy and the complete digitisation of the Railway Claims Tribunal (RCT) under Indian Railways’ flagship “52 Reforms in 52 Weeks” initiative. About Rail Tech Policy, Portal and e-Railway Claims Tribunal About Rail Tech Policy It is designed to enable massive and systematic induction of technology into the… Continue reading Rail Tech Policy, Portal and e-Railway Claims Tribunal
Druzhba oil pipeline
News: The stoppage of Russian oil supplies to Europe through the Druzhba pipeline has caused a geopolitical clash, delaying new European Union sanctions on Russia and important aid for Ukraine. About Druzhba Oil Pipeline Druzhba oil pipeline is one of the longest and largest oil pipeline networks in the world. It is also known as… Continue reading Druzhba oil pipeline
Kerala as Keralam
News: The Union Cabinet approved the proposal to rename Kerala as Keralam and initiated the constitutional process through the Kerala (Alteration of Name) Bill, 2026. About Kerala as “Keralam” Kerala as Keralam refers to the proposal to officially change the constitutional name of the State from Kerala to its Malayalam name, Keralam. Historical context Ancient… Continue reading Kerala as Keralam
Lal Baradari
News: Lal Baradari on Lucknow University campus became controversial after fencing, with student protests and debate over access, usage, and heritage restoration. About Lal Baradari Lal Baradari is a historic 19th-century heritage building of the Nawabi era located within the Lucknow University campus, Uttar Pradesh. The structure forms part of the former royal gardens of… Continue reading Lal Baradari
Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR
News: The US Army contingent arrived in India for the 16th edition of Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR at Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh, in 2026. About Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR is a joint bilateral Special Forces exercise conducted between the Indian Army and the United States Army. Started in: The exercise was first conducted in India… Continue reading Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR
Exercise ‘DHARMA GUARDIAN’
News: The 7th edition of Exercise ‘DHARMA GUARDIAN’ commenced at the Foreign Training Node, Chaubattia in Uttarakhand. About Exercise ‘DHARMA GUARDIAN’ About: It is an annual Joint Military Exercise between the Indian Army and the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force (JGSDF). Location: It is being conducted at the Foreign Training Node, Chaubattia in Uttarakhand. Edition: It… Continue reading Exercise ‘DHARMA GUARDIAN’
