Source– This post on Rhisotope project has been created based on the article “Radioactive implant for rhino horns to curb poaching” published in “The Hindu” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, South African scientists injected radioactive material into live rhino horns under a new project to help stop poaching. About ‘Rhisotope’ project… Continue reading Rhisotope project
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Indian Painted Frog
Source– This post on Indian Painted Frog has been created based on the article Rare Indian Painted Frog spotted at Telangana tiger reserve published in “The times of India” on 26 June 2024. Why in the News A rare Indian Painted Frog was recently sighted at Telangana’s Kawal Tiger Reserve. This marks a significant find… Continue reading Indian Painted Frog
African Swine Fever (ASF)
Source– This post on African Swine Fever (ASF) has been created based on the article “3,350 pigs killed by African Swine Fever disease mizoram aizwal animal husbandry veterinary” published in “zeebiz” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? Officials recently reported that the African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreak in Mizoram has killed over 3,350… Continue reading African Swine Fever (ASF)
Leader of Opposition (LoP) Post in Lok Sabha
Source– This post on Leader of Opposition (LoP) Post in Lok Sabha has been created based on the article “Why a Leader of Opposition post after 10 years, and why it matters” published in “Indian Express” on 27 June 2024. Why in the news? After 10 years, the Lok Sabha will have a Leader of… Continue reading Leader of Opposition (LoP) Post in Lok Sabha
eSakhsya App
Source– This post on eSakhsya App has been created based on the article “Ahead of roll-out of the new criminal laws, Union Home Ministry tests eSakhsya App” published in “The Hindu” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is testing eSakshya (e-evidence) app before implementation of the three criminal… Continue reading eSakhsya App
Contract for Miniaturised Satellite
Source– This post on Contract for Miniaturised Satellite has been created based on the article “Defence Ministry signs 350th contract under iDEX for ‘miniaturised satellite’” published in “The Hindu” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? The Defence Ministry signed its 350th iDEX contract with SpacePixxel Technologies. The contract is for designing and developing a miniaturised… Continue reading Contract for Miniaturised Satellite
Dodol
Source– This post on Dodol has been created based on the article “GI tag for Dodol: Moving beyond the authenticity debate” published in “Indian Express” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? Last week, the Goa government applied for a Geographical Indication (GI) tag for the Goan sweet Dodol. The All-Goa Baker’s and Confectioners Association applied… Continue reading Dodol
National Consultative Meet on Traditional Medicine
Source– This post on National Consultative Meet on Traditional Medicine has been created based on the article “CCRAS Hosts National Consultative Meet on Traditional Medicine” published in “PIB” on 26 June 2024. Why in the news? Recently, CCRAS hosts National Consultative Meet on Traditional Medicine. About National Consultative Meet on Traditional Medicine Aspects Description About 1. The… Continue reading National Consultative Meet on Traditional Medicine
World Craft Council (WCC)
Source– This post on World Craft Council (WCC) has been created based on the article “Srinagar’s ‘World Craft City’ tag, allows Kashmir to re-connect globally” published in “The Hindu” on 25 June 2024. Why in the news? Srinagar has been recognized as a ‘World Craft City’ by the World Craft Council (WCC). Jaipur, Malappuram, and Mysore are… Continue reading World Craft Council (WCC)
Lake Natron
Source– This post on Lake Natron has been created based on the article “Flamingos under threat: Climate impact jeopardising delicate balance of Tanzania’s Lake Natron” published in “Down to Earth” on 24th June 2024. Why in the news? Experts note a steady decline in the flamingo population at Lake Natron, as extreme weather and encroachment cause fewer… Continue reading Lake Natron
