What is the news? Vice-President has recently inaugurated the Mahabahu Brahmaputra River Heritage Centre in Guwahati. About the Mahabahu Brahmaputra River Heritage Centre The Brahmaputra River Heritage Centre has been set up in a nearly 150-year-old Scottish-type wooden bungalow after an elaborate restoration. The Centre is located in Guwahati’s Barphukanar Tila, meaning Barphukan’s Hillock. The… Continue reading British-era bungalow is home to Brahmaputra heritage centre
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Gaming disorder increases during pandemic
What is the news? The pandemic spurred an increase in the use of Internet devices has resulted in an increase in gaming addiction throughout India. About the Online games and gaming addiction in India According to the All India Gaming Federation, India’s online gaming industry is expected to be worth ₹15,500 crores by 2023. A… Continue reading Gaming disorder increases during pandemic
Eye on China, India looks to step up engagement with Indian Ocean
What is the news? Recently, India held a special training course for 6 Indian Ocean countries Madagascar, Comoros, Seychelles, Mauritius, Sri Lanka and the Maldives. What was the course about? The course includes modules on India’s polity, foreign policy, contemporary maritime issues, humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, international framework under UNCLOS, multilateral and economic diplomacy, diplomatic… Continue reading Eye on China, India looks to step up engagement with Indian Ocean
Unique technology for direct generation of Hydrogen from agricultural residue developed
What is the news? Indian researchers have developed a unique technology for direct generation of Hydrogen from agricultural residue. A team of researchers from Agharkar Research Institute, Pune, an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), GOI, in collaboration with Sentient labs of KPIT Technologies, have developed this technology at lab-scale to extract… Continue reading Unique technology for direct generation of Hydrogen from agricultural residue developed
New eel species discovered in Mumbai well
What is the news? A new species of swamp eel belonging to the genus Rakthamicthys that is endemic to India was discovered in a well in Mumbai. It was named Rakthamichthys Mumba – the Mumbai blind eel. This is the fifth species from the genus to be described from India. Also, this is the first… Continue reading New eel species discovered in Mumbai well
Hidden debt rising for partners of China’s BRI plan
What is the news? A new study has found under- reported debts to the tune of $385 billion in projects carried out in dozens of countries under China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), with a rise in “hidden” debt. The study was conducted by AidData, a development research lab at the College of William &… Continue reading Hidden debt rising for partners of China’s BRI plan
India, Australia aim to finalise trade pact by end of next year
What is the news? India and Australia are looking to finalise a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) by the end of 2022, which will help expand trade between the two nations. About the CECA between India and Australia Both nations aim to sign an early harvest trade deal that will cover areas of immediate interest.… Continue reading India, Australia aim to finalise trade pact by end of next year
Trans- Himalayan region becoming one of the promising astronomical sites globally
What is the news? A recent study said that the Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO) located at Hanle near Leh in Ladakh is becoming one of the promising observatory sites globally. This is due to its advantages of more clear nights, minimal light pollution, background aerosol concentration, extremely dry atmospheric condition, and uninterrupted by monsoon. About… Continue reading Trans- Himalayan region becoming one of the promising astronomical sites globally
India extends support for protecting the Antarctic environment and for designating East Antarctica and the Weddell Sea as Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)
What is the news? Recently, India has extended its support for protecting the Antarctic environment and for co-sponsoring the proposal of the European Union for designating East Antarctica and the Weddell Sea as Marine Protected Areas (MPAs). About the proposal to designate East Antarctica and the Weddell Sea as MPAs The proposal to designate East… Continue reading India extends support for protecting the Antarctic environment and for designating East Antarctica and the Weddell Sea as Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)
Senior Able Citizens for Re Employment in Dignity (SACRED) Portal
What is the news? The Union government is all set to develop a job portal for senior citizens. The portal named, ‘Senior Able Citizens for Re Employment in Dignity‘ (SACRED), will bring the employment seeking senior citizens (above 60 years of age) and employment providers on one platform. What is the need for the SACRED… Continue reading Senior Able Citizens for Re Employment in Dignity (SACRED) Portal
