News– Recent discoveries in exoplanet science have revived discussions around the Rare Earth Hypothesis. About Rare Earth Hypothesis It states that while simple microbial life may be widespread in the universe, complex life is extremely rare because it requires a very narrow set of environmental, geological, and astronomical conditions. Hence, Earth-like planets capable of supporting… Continue reading Rare Earth Hypothesis
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Digital Gold
News: SEBI has cautioned the public about rising investments in unregulated digital gold amid a surge in gold prices and online promotions. About Digital Gold Digital gold refers to buying and owning gold electronically without physically holding the metal. Technology used : Digital gold is created using blockchain technology, which enables online buying, selling, and… Continue reading Digital Gold
Plant Genome Saviour Awards 2024-25
News: Union Agriculture Minister recently presented ‘Plant Genome Saviour Awards’ to farmers in New Delhi. About Plant Genome Saviour Awards 2024-25 Purpose of the Awards: These awards honour individual farmers, communities, and organizations for their outstanding contributions to conserving traditional seed varieties, protecting plant genetic resources, and promoting biodiversity. Award Categories & Recipients: Recognized entities… Continue reading Plant Genome Saviour Awards 2024-25
Fungus Infections Rise
News: Recently, there has been an increase in Fungal infection in India. About Fungi Fungi are eukaryotic organisms belonging to the Kingdom Fungi. They include a diverse range of forms such as yeasts, molds, truffles, and mushrooms. Most fungi are microscopic, made up of thread-like filaments called hyphae (<10 µm diameter). Hyphae collectively form a… Continue reading Fungus Infections Rise
Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE)
News: The Union Cabinet approved the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE) to provide 100% guarantee coverage for additional credit to eligible exporters. About Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE) The CGSE is designed to provide full guarantee support to Member Lending Institutions for extending additional working capital and collateral-free loans to eligible exporters Aim:… Continue reading Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters (CGSE)
YBRANT Programme
News: YBRANT Programme was launched by IICA and WNS Global Services on 11th November 2025 to prepare students for leadership roles. About YBRANT Programme Launched by: The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) and WNS Global Services jointly launched the IICA–WNS YBRANT CSR, ESG & Sustainability Programme Aim: To prepare students for leadership roles that… Continue reading YBRANT Programme
Climate Risk Index (CRI) 2026
News: The Climate Risk Index (CRI) 2026 was released at COP30 in Belém on November 11, 2025, highlighting global extreme weather impacts. About Climate Risk Index (CRI) 2026 The Climate Risk Index 2026 is an annual assessment that ranks countries based on the human and economic impact of extreme weather events. It shows how repeated… Continue reading Climate Risk Index (CRI) 2026
Vanadium Flow Battery
News: Ministry of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs inaugurated India’s largest and first MWh-scale Vanadium Redox Flow Battery (VRFB) system of 3 MWh capacity. About Vanadium Flow Battery VRFBs are a type of rechargeable flow battery that stores electrical energy in liquid electrolytes containing vanadium ions. How they differ from traditional batteries: Conventional batteries… Continue reading Vanadium Flow Battery
Climate Investment Fund (CIF)
News: The Climate Investment Funds (CIF), a $13 billion program under the World Bank, received $100 million from Germany and Spain to help poor countries deal with climate change impacts. About Climate Investment Fund (CIF) The CIF is an international financing mechanism established to help developing countries address climate change challenges. It was established in… Continue reading Climate Investment Fund (CIF)
Neodymium (Nd)
News: India is set to scale up its neodymium production ninefold to 500 tonnes by the end of FY27, as part of an aggressive push to boost self-reliance in rare earth elements. About Neodymium (Nd) Neodymium (symbol Nd, atomic number 60) is a ductile and malleable silvery-white metal belonging to the lanthanide series of rare-earth… Continue reading Neodymium (Nd)
