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NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100

News: The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) unveiled three indigenous micro and small gas turbine engines NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100. About NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100 NJ-05 is an indigenous micro gas turbine engine with a 5 kg thrust capacity. NJ-50 is an indigenous micro and small gas turbine with a thrust… Continue reading NJ-05, NJ-50 and NJ-100

Gut Microbiome

News: A major study has found that South Asian gut microbiomes are distinct and follow community-specific changes shaped by lifestyle and local factors. About Gut Microbiome Gut Microbiome is the community of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites, that live in the human gut. Acquisition of Gut Microbiome Initial acquisition: A human infant first acquires… Continue reading Gut Microbiome

Sanskrit Poet Kalidasa

News:  Recently, ‘Kaho Kalidasa!’, a novel by Yugul Joshi, on the poet’s life and works, launched at IGNCA, New Delhi. About Sanskrit Poet Kalidasa Birth: The exact birth date and birthplace of the ancient Sanskrit poet Kalidasa remain unknown. He is associated with various regions such as Himalayas, Ujjain and Kalinga.  He was a great Sanskrit… Continue reading Sanskrit Poet Kalidasa

ICGS Ajit

News: Recently, the Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) formally handed over ICGS Ajit (Yard 1277) to the Indian Coast Guard. About ICGS Ajit ICGS Ajit (Yard 1277) is a state-of-the-art Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV). Developed by: It has been developed by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL). Induction year: It has been inducted in 2026 to Indian Coast… Continue reading ICGS Ajit

Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI)

News: SEBI has introduced an Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI) for market infrastructure institutions (MIIs). About Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI) Introduced by: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has introduced an IT Resilience Index (ITRI) framework for market infrastructure institutions (MIIs), including stock exchanges, depositories and clearing corporations.  Purpose: It has been… Continue reading Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI)

Periyar Cow

News: The Periyar cow has received national recognition after being registered by the ICAR-National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources as an indigenous breed. About Periyar Cow Periyar cow is an indigenous cattle breed of Kerala, locally known as Periyar Kullan, Kuttampuzha cattle and Andukanni. Official Name: It has been registered as the Periyar cow, also known… Continue reading Periyar Cow

Jojari River

News: The Supreme Court directed additional safeguards to protect the Jojari River ecosystem from pollution and industrial activities. About Jojari River Origin: It originates in Pandalu village, Nagaur district, Rajasthan. Course of the River: It passes through Jodhpur and joins the Luni River near Balotra. It is a seasonal river. Tributary of: It is the… Continue reading Jojari River

Cloud and AI Skilling Initiative

News: National Skill Development Corporation and Cultus Education have launched a nationwide cloud and Artificial Intelligence skilling initiative in collaboration with Amazon Web Services. About Cloud and AI Skilling Initiative Cloud and AI Skilling Initiative is a nationwide programme that provides foundational and job-ready cloud and Artificial Intelligence skills to learners across India. Launched by: It… Continue reading Cloud and AI Skilling Initiative

Lakshadweep Islands

News: The Kerala High Court strengthened old Lakshadweep cowledars’ land rights: qualifying cowledars are landowners, and the government cannot take their pandaram land without lawful acquisition and compensation. About Lakshadweep Islands Lakshadweep is an archipelago comprising 36 islands situated off the southwestern coast of India in the Arabian Sea. It is a uni-district Union Territory and comprises of 12… Continue reading Lakshadweep Islands

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