News: The disruption in global helium supply due to the Middle East war and restrictions in the Gulf of Hormuz has raised concerns in India’s healthcare sector. About Helium and Helium Crisis Helium is a non-renewable inert gas. Discovered by: It was discovered in 1868 by Jules Janssen and Norman Lockyer. Naming: It was named… Continue reading Helium and Helium Crisis
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Difference between LPG and LNG
News: The disruption of vessel movements through the Strait of Hormuz due to the West Asia conflict has affected India’s energy supplies, especially Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). Difference Between LPG and LNG Properties Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Composition It mainly contains Propane (C₃H₈) and Butane (C₄H₁₀), with… Continue reading Difference between LPG and LNG
Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950
News: The Supreme Court held that a person converting to Christianity cannot claim Scheduled Caste protections, upholding the Andhra Pradesh High Court order. About Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950 It defines Scheduled Castes (SCs) and restricts their status based on specific religions under Article 341. Constitutional basis: It was issued by the President to provide… Continue reading Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950
Nalgonda Technique
News: The Government of India has commissioned a study to reassess fluoride removal technologies as existing standards based on the Nalgonda technique lag behind advancements. About Nalgonda Technique The Nalgonda technique is a simple and cost-effective method used for removing excess fluoride from drinking water. Developed by: It was developed by the National Environmental Engineering… Continue reading Nalgonda Technique
Beavers – Animal Kingdom’s Engineers
News: A new international study found that beavers reshape river systems and help store carbon, reducing its release into the atmosphere. About Beavers – Animal Kingdom’s Engineers Beavers are semiaquatic rodents known for building dams that transform landscapes and create wetlands. Habitat: They live in freshwater ecosystems such as rivers, streams, lakes, ponds, and marshes,… Continue reading Beavers – Animal Kingdom’s Engineers
Hudsonian godwit (Limosa haemastica )
News: The Hudsonian godwit (Limosa haemastica) population has plunged 95% in four decades due to a complex mix of environmental changes across multiple countries. About Hudsonian godwit (Limosa haemastica ) They are large shorebird belongs to sandpiper family, Scolopacidae. Scientific name: Their scientific name is Limosa haemastica. Habitat: They breed in wetland habitats such as sedge meadows and… Continue reading Hudsonian godwit (Limosa haemastica )
World Air Quality Report, 2025
News: IQAir recently released its 8th World Air Quality Report (2025) highlighting global air pollution trends, health risks, and monitoring gaps. About World Air Quality Report, 2025 World Air Quality Report evaluates pollution levels, based on annual average PM2.5. Released by: It is published by Swiss air quality technology company IQAir. Edition: This is the… Continue reading World Air Quality Report, 2025
Aghanashini River
News: UNESCO has advised the Government of India to strictly follow World Heritage Convention conservation guidelines for the proposed Aghanashini–Vedavathi river-linking project. About Aghanashini River Location: It is west flowing river in Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka. Origin: It originates from Gadihalli (Sirsi) at an altitude of 676 m in the Western Ghats of Karnataka.… Continue reading Aghanashini River
Guru Hargobind Sahib
News: Union Home Minister paid tributes to Guru Hargobind Sahib on the occasion of his Jyoti-Jyot Diwas, remembering his contributions to strengthening Sikhism and promoting the protection of humanity. About Guru Hargobind Sahib Guru Hargobind Sahib was the Sixth Guru of the Sikhs. Born: He was born on 9 June 1595 at a village Guru… Continue reading Guru Hargobind Sahib
Smog-Eating Photocatalytic Coatings
News: Delhi government and IIT Madras began a six-month study on “smog-eating” photocatalytic coatings to test reduction of NO₂ and volatile organic compounds (VOC) pollutants. About Smog-Eating Photocatalytic Coatings It is a coating using titanium dioxide that neutralizes harmful gases like nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Mechanism Photocatalytic activity uses light energy… Continue reading Smog-Eating Photocatalytic Coatings
