News: The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has called for nominations for the Sukhatme National Award in Statistics 2026. About Sukhatme National Award in Statistics Instituted by: Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) It is a prestigious national honour instituted to recognise exceptional and outstanding contributions to the field of official statistics in India.… Continue reading Sukhatme National Award in Statistics
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Mycorrhizal Networks
News: American evolutionary biologist Toby Kiers has been awarded the Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement for her work related to Mycorrhizal Networks. About Mycorrhizal Networks The word mycorrhiza comes from Greek and means “fungus–root,” describing the close association between fungi and plant roots. Mycorrhizal networks are underground systems formed by symbiotic fungi that connect the… Continue reading Mycorrhizal Networks
Freshwater Pufferfish
News: India’s first scientifically confirmed case of freshwater pufferfish poisoning highlights a hidden risk. About Freshwater Pufferfish Freshwater pufferfish belong primarily to the family Tetraodontidae. Distribution: They are naturally distributed across tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia (India, Thailand, Indonesia) and Africa, where they inhabit rivers, streams, floodplains, and lakes. Globally, about 190–193 valid… Continue reading Freshwater Pufferfish
BRICS 2026
News: India formally launched the BRICS Presidency 2026 logo and official website in New Delhi. India will assume the BRICS chairship in 2026, coinciding with 20 years of BRICS since its inception. About BRICS 2026 About the logo: The logo of BRICS India 2026 is inspired by the lotus, India’s national flower. The overall shape… Continue reading BRICS 2026
Henley Passport Index 2026
News- Recently, the Henley Passport Index 2026 was released by London-based Henley & Partners, highlighting changes in global passport rankings and travel mobility. About Henley Passport Index 2026 The Henley Passport Index 2026 compares passports based on the travel access they provide to holders across the world. Index based on: The index is based on… Continue reading Henley Passport Index 2026
Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956 (HAMA)
News- In Kanchana Rai v. Geeta Sharma & Ors., the Supreme Court clarified maintenance rights of widowed daughters-in-law under the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956. About Rights of widowed daughters-in-law under the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956 (HAMA) The Act recognises a widowed daughter-in-law as a dependant who can claim maintenance from her… Continue reading Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956 (HAMA)
Cattle Breed – Karan Fries and Vrindavani
News- India has registered two high-yielding synthetic cattle breeds, Karan Fries and Vrindavani, increasing the total number of registered livestock breeds. About Cattle Breed – Karan Fries Karan Fries is a synthetic cattle breed developed to achieve higher milk production under Indian conditions. Developed by: It was developed by the National Dairy Research Institute in… Continue reading Cattle Breed – Karan Fries and Vrindavani
Global Risks Perception Survey (GRPS) 2026
News: The World Economic Forum released the Global Risks Perception Survey 2026, highlighting shifting global risks and rising geoeconomic confrontation. About Global Risks Perception Survey (GRPS) 2026 The GRPS 2026 assesses major global risks across immediate, short-to-medium, and long-term time horizons. Released by: The survey is released by the World Economic Forum and draws responses… Continue reading Global Risks Perception Survey (GRPS) 2026
Landmark Aquatic Biodiversity Conservation Initiatives under the Namami Gange Mission
News: The Union Minister for Jal Shakti has inaugurated several significant and far-reaching initiatives under the Namami Gange Mission to strengthen scientific research, monitoring and policy support for aquatic biodiversity conservation. Landmark Aquatic Biodiversity Conservation Initiatives under the Namami Gange Mission Aqua Life Conservation Monitoring Centre The Aqua Life Conservation Monitoring Centre for Ganga and… Continue reading Landmark Aquatic Biodiversity Conservation Initiatives under the Namami Gange Mission
SVASTIK Portal
News: The SVASTIK web portal was launched during CSIR-NIScPR’s 5th Foundation Day celebration held in New Delhi on 14 January 2026. About SVASTIK Portal SVASTIK stands for “Scientifically Validated Societal Traditional Knowledge” and functions as a national web portal for public communication. Implemented by: It is implemented by the CSIR–National Institute of Science Communication and… Continue reading SVASTIK Portal
