News: A gold mine collapse in western Central African Republic has killed more than 100 people. Key Facts about Central African Republic (CAR) Central African Republic (CAR) is landlocked nation located in Central Africa. It is bordered by six countries: Cameroon, Congo, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan, Sudan, and Chad. Capital: It’s capital… Continue reading Key Facts about Central African Republic (CAR)
Category: Daily Factly articles
Subroto Cup International Football Tournament 2026
News: Subroto Cup International Football Tournament 2026 commenced at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi. About Subroto Cup International Football Tournament It is a prestigious inter-school football tournament. Conducted by: It is conducted by the Air Force Sports Control Board. Frequency of conduct: It is held annually in New Delhi. Named after: It is… Continue reading Subroto Cup International Football Tournament 2026
Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections
News: The government has approved an incentive scheme to accelerate domestic Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections across the country. About Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections is an incentive programme for City Gas Distribution (CGD) companies to expand household Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections. Nodal… Continue reading Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections
Lantana Camara
News: A new study has found that a majority of ornamental plants sold online, like lantana camara, in India are alien species, many of which are known to be invasive or naturalised in other countries. About Lantana Camara Lantana Camara is a flowering plant species belonging to the verbena family. Native to: It is native to… Continue reading Lantana Camara
Bad Cholesterol
News: A new experimental gene-editing therapy, VERVE-102, permanently targets the PCSK9 gene to achieve long-term reduction in LDL cholesterol. About Bad Cholesterol Cholesterol: It is a waxy, fat-like substance found in all body cells. The body needs some cholesterol to make hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help digest food. Sources: The liver makes cholesterol.… Continue reading Bad Cholesterol
Microbial Ecology and Soil Microbes
News: Researchers are exploring how soil microbes can provide early warning signs of desertification, before visible plant decline begins. About Microbial ecology and Soil Microbes Microbial ecology is the branch of science that studies the relationships between microorganisms and their biotic and abiotic environment. It applies general ecological principles to understand the activities and functions… Continue reading Microbial Ecology and Soil Microbes
Helicase: The DNA Separator
News: A recent study found how cells ensure that the DNA copying starts at the right time through a molecular safety catch. About Helicase: The DNA Separator Helicase is an enzyme and motor protein that unwinds double-stranded deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) into single strands. It is essential for DNA replication, repair, and transcription. Function of Helicase: DNA… Continue reading Helicase: The DNA Separator
GISAT-1A
News: The Indian Space Research Organisation is preparing to resume flight operations in September after a break of close to seven months, with the GISAT-1A Earth-observation spacecraft. About GISAT-1A It is an Geo Imaging Satellite which is also referred to as EOS-05. It is a replacement for GISAT-1 (EOS-03), which was launched in 2021 but… Continue reading GISAT-1A
Key Highlights of Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026
News: The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill 2026 was passed in both Houses of Parliament on August 13, 2026, and amends the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act (‘MMDR Act’). About Key Highlights of Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 The MMDR Amendment Act, 2026 amends the existing… Continue reading Key Highlights of Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026
Logistics Data Bank (LDB)
News: Logistics Data Bank recently achieved the milestone of tracking 10 crore export-import containers since its launch in 2016. About Logistics Data Bank (LDB) Logistics Data Bank (LDB) is a technology-based platform that provides visibility of Export-Import (EXIM) container movement across the logistics chain. Launch: It was launched in 2016. LDB 2.0 was launched in September 2025.… Continue reading Logistics Data Bank (LDB)
