What is the News? The Maharashtra government has submitted a list of 14 fort sites to be included in the Tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These sites are from the era of 17th century Maratha king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. UNESCO has accepted the nomination in Tentative Lists of its World Heritage Site. What… Continue reading How UNESCO Grants World Heritage Site tag?
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International Day for Biological Diversity
What is the News? International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) is observed every year on 22nd May. About International Day for Biological Diversity(IDB): The United Nations has proclaimed May 22 as the International Day for Biological Diversity(IDB) to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. Earlier, December 29 was designated as the International Day for… Continue reading International Day for Biological Diversity
“Dipcovan Kit” -DRDO develops Antibody Detection Kit
What is the News? Defense Research and Development Organisation(DRDO) has developed a Covid-19 antibody detection kit named Dipcovan. About Dipcovan Kit: Firstly, Dipcovan kit is a Covid-19 antibody detection kit. Defence Institute of Physiology and Allied Sciences lab of DRDO developed it in association with Delhi’s Vanguard Diagnostics Pvt Ltd. Secondly, Purpose: Its primary purpose… Continue reading “Dipcovan Kit” -DRDO develops Antibody Detection Kit
“BRICS Astronomy Working Group” Proposes Networking of Existing Telescopes
What is the News? India virtually hosted the 7th meeting of the BRICS Astronomy Working Group (BAWG) under the Science, Technology, and Innovation track of the BRICS 2021. Note: India has assumed the BRICS Presidency from January 2021. About BRICS Astronomy Working Group(BAWG): Astronomy was established as one of five thematic science areas within BRICS… Continue reading “BRICS Astronomy Working Group” Proposes Networking of Existing Telescopes
How Whiteflies are Damaging Crops in India?
What is the News? According to a study by ICAR– National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources, Invasive Whiteflies Species are increasing in India. Whiteflies: Whiteflies are sap-sucking insects. They are members of the insect family Aleyrodidae (order Homoptera). These insects become abundant during warm climates and are found on houseplants and in greenhouses. Origin: Most… Continue reading How Whiteflies are Damaging Crops in India?
Government Notifies Rules for 74% FDI in Insurance Sector
What is the News? The Finance Ministry notified the Indian Insurance Companies (Foreign Investment) Amendment Rules, 2021. These rules will apply to all insurers irrespective of the stake held by the foreign partner. These rules will give an effect to increased FDI limit in the Insurance Sector to 74% from 49%. Key Provisions of the Rules:… Continue reading Government Notifies Rules for 74% FDI in Insurance Sector
Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana
What is the News? The Government of India has approved the setting up of 22 new regional AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) so far. About Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana(PMSSY): Type: Central Sector Scheme Nodal Ministry: The scheme was announced in 2003 by the Ministry of… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana
RBI to transfer Surplus Profit to Central Government
What is the News? The RBI (Reserve Bank of India) Central Board has approved the transfer of Rs. 99,122 crore as surplus to the central government. RBI’s Transfer of Surplus to Government: The Reserve Bank of India(RBI) transfers its surplus profits to the Government every year. It is according to the provisions of Section 47… Continue reading RBI to transfer Surplus Profit to Central Government
What is “White Fungus” and How Dangerous is it?
What is the News? New Cases of White Fungus from Covid-19 patients have been reported in states such as Bihar and others. About White Fungus: White Fungus is also known as Candidiasis. It is a type of fungal infection caused by a yeast (a type of fungus) called Candida. Candida normally lives on the skin and… Continue reading What is “White Fungus” and How Dangerous is it?
USSR-era “INS Rajput” decommissioned
What is the News? Indian Navy has decommissioned the INS Rajput at Naval Dockyard at Visakhapatnam after 41 years of service. About INS Rajput: INS Rajput was a guided-missile destroyer and the lead ship of the Rajput class of the Indian Navy. It was built by the erstwhile USSR (now Russia). The missile destroyer was… Continue reading USSR-era “INS Rajput” decommissioned
