News- The Government of India has introduced the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI) under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India. About Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI) Purpose– It is aimed at establishing a framework to certify green hydrogen production and ensure transparency, traceability, and market credibility.… Continue reading Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India
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Special 301 Report
News- India has yet again been placed on the ‘priority watch’ list of the US Trade Representative (USTR) office’s Special 301 Report on intellectual property rights. Special 301 Report. About Special 301 Report Description: It is an annual publication by the United States Trade Representative (USTR), mandated under the Trade Act of 1974. Purpose: The… Continue reading Special 301 Report
Golconda Blue
News: The Golconda Blue diamond – “among the rarest and most important…ever discovered throughout history”, has been expected to fetch $35 million to $50 million at an auction in Geneva on May 14. About Golconda Blue It is a legendary 23.24-carat fancy vivid blue diamond, renowned for its exceptional clarity, rich blue hue, and royal… Continue reading Golconda Blue
Rajamannar Committee on Centre-State Relations
News: Tamil Nadu Government has formed a three-member high-level committee to review Centre-State relations, echoing Rajamannar committee of past. Rajamannar Committee on Centre-State Relations. About Rajamannar Committee on Centre-State Relations It was formed by Tamil Nadu government in 1969 and it gave its Report in 1971. It was the first state-level initiative to review Centre-State relations.… Continue reading Rajamannar Committee on Centre-State Relations
Rafale-Marine Fighter Jet
News: India and France has inked an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) for the procurement of 26 Rafale-M aircraft – 22 single-seater and four twin-seater – for the Indian Navy. About Rafale-Marine Fighter Jet It is a single-seat, carrier-borne, 4+ generation aircraft capable of performing a wide range of missions, including deep strikes, air defence, and reconnaissance. Manufactured… Continue reading Rafale-Marine Fighter Jet
RNA-Based Antiviral to Combat Cucumber Mosaic Virus (CMV)
News– A team of scientists from Germany has developed an innovative RNA-based antiviral agent using RNA silencing that offers protection against the Cucumber Mosaic Virus (CMV)- one of the most damaging plant viruses globally. About Cucumber Mosaic Virus (CMV) Type: Plant virus affecting over 1,200 plant species. Affected Crops: Cucumbers, melons, cereals, bananas, pumpkins, etc.… Continue reading RNA-Based Antiviral to Combat Cucumber Mosaic Virus (CMV)
Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary
News- A poacher was arrested recently after an exchange of fire with forest guards at Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary in Balasore district. Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary. About Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary Location: It is located in the Balasore district of Odisha, within the Eastern Ghats. Area: It spans an area of 272 sq.km. and falls under the Chota… Continue reading Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary
Continental Self
News: India raises continental-shelf claim in Arabian Sea region by nearly 10,000 square km. About Continental Shelf The ocean floors can be divided into four major divisions: (i) Continental Shelf; (ii) Continental Slope; (iii) Deep Sea Plain; (iv) Oceanic Deeps. Besides, these divisions there are also major and minor relief features in the ocean floors… Continue reading Continental Self
African Hyena
News: The four extant species of hyena or hyaenids found on the African continent are facing increasing threats, leading to population declines, according to conservation organisation, Wild Africa. About African Hyena They belong to the Hyaenidae family of Hyaena genus. They are hunters and catch their prey using their teeth instead of claws. There are… Continue reading African Hyena
‘Revive Our Ocean’ Initiative
News: A new global initiative called ‘Revive Our Ocean’ was launched on April 24, 2025, with a goal to scale up effective, community-led marine protected areas (MPAs) through local action. ‘Revive Our Ocean’ Initiative. About ‘Revive Our Ocean’ Initiative It aims to help communities profit from efforts to protect at least 30% of the world’s… Continue reading ‘Revive Our Ocean’ Initiative
