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)
Category: Daily Factly articles
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
Padma Awards 2025
News- Recently, the Padma Awards 2025 were conferred at a ceremonial function at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri. Padma Awards 2025. About Padma awards Aspects Detail History 1) The Government of India instituted two civilian awards-Bharat Ratna & Padma Vibhushan in 1954. 2) Padma… Continue reading Padma Awards 2025
River Cities Alliance(RCA)
News- The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) has approved an annual master plan for the River Cities Alliance (RCA) to advance and expand sustainable urban river rejuvenation efforts. River Cities Alliance(RCA). About River Cities Alliance(RCA) Launched in: 2021 Objective: It is a platform designed to enhance institutional capacity, encourage inter-city collaboration, and facilitate the… Continue reading River Cities Alliance(RCA)
Ancient Muziris Port
News- Historian MGS Narayanan, a pivotal figure behind the Muziris Heritage Project (MHP), was remembered in the Kerala State Assembly. Ancient Muziris Port. About Ancient Muziris Port Location: It was located on the Malabar Coast in present-day Kerala. Historical Period: It was active from around the 1st century BCE to the early medieval period. Historical… Continue reading Ancient Muziris Port
Zero Shadow Day (ZSD)
News: The Cosmology Education and Research Training Center (COSMOS), Mysuru, of the Indian Institute of Astrophysics observed ‘Zero Shadow Day’ recently. Zero Shadow Day (ZSD). About Zero Shadow Day (ZSD) ZSD is a fascinating astronomical phenomenon that occurs twice a year in locations situated between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. All… Continue reading Zero Shadow Day (ZSD)
United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3)-2025
News: The 2025 UN Ocean Conference, co-hosted by the Governments of France and Costa Rica, will take place from 9 to 13 June 2025 in Nice, France. United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3)-2025. About United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3)-2025 Host: It will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice, France. Theme: “Accelerating… Continue reading United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3)-2025
