News: Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off India’s first hydrogen-powered train on the 89-km Jind–Sonipat route in Haryana on July 17. About Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Fuel Cell A Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cell, also known as a Polymer Electrolyte Membrane fuel cell, is an electrochemical device that converts the chemical energy of hydrogen and… Continue reading Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Fuel Cell
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Bagmati River
News: Heavy rainfall in Nepal’s catchment areas has led to a continuous rise in the water levels of the Gandak, Bagmati, Kamla Balan, and Kosi rivers in Bihar. About Bagmati River It flows through south-central Nepal and northern Bihar. Origin: It originates from the Bagdwar area in the Shivapuri Hills, located in the northwestern part… Continue reading Bagmati River
Thukkachi Temple
News: The 12th-century Thukkachi Temple was exemplary restored which preserved the temple’s historical authenticity through a blend of traditional knowledge and modern conservation technology. About Thukkachi Temple Location: It is situated in the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu. It is located on the banks of the Arasalar River in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. It is also known… Continue reading Thukkachi Temple
e-VSP Portal
News: The e-VSP Portal of Vidhi Sahitya Prakashan of the Legislative Department was launched marking a milestone in expanding Digital Access to Legal knowledge. About e-VSP Portal The e-VSP Portal is a seamless digital platform designed to provide easy access to the publications of Vidhi Sahitya Prakashan. Launched by: The e-VSP Portal of Vidhi Sahitya… Continue reading e-VSP Portal
Sushruta
News: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu inaugurated ‘Saushrutam 2026’ at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi on Sushruta Jayanti. About Sushruta Sushruta was a distinguished surgeon who flourished around 600 BCE in the ancient city of Kashi, India. He is believed to be the son of a sage Vishwamitra and… Continue reading Sushruta
PARIVARTAN Scheme
News: MoHUA approved Guidelines for the PARIVARTAN Scheme to replace older polluting trucks and buses in the National Capital Region. About PARIVARTAN Scheme PARIVARTAN stands for ‘Programme for Accelerated Renewal and Incentivization of Vehicle Assets for Reducing Transport Air Pollution and Network Emissions’. Implemented by: It is implemented by the Ministry of Road Transport and… Continue reading PARIVARTAN Scheme
Operation Southern Readiness 26-2
News: The Indian Navy will host Operation Southern Readiness 26-2, a four-day multinational maritime training engagement, in Kochi from July 20 to 23. About Operation Southern Readiness 26-2 Operation Southern Readiness 26-2 is a four-day multinational maritime training exercise. Hosted by: The Indian Navy is hosting the exercise at the Southern Naval Command, Kochi under… Continue reading Operation Southern Readiness 26-2
Melatonin
News: A new study suggests that melatonin may help reduce chronic muscle and joint pain, besides its well-known role in regulating sleep. About Melatonin Melatonin is a naturally occurring indoleamine hormone primarily responsible for regulating the human body’s circadian rhythm and sleep-wake cycles. Natural Origin : Melatonin is naturally secreted by the pineal gland in the… Continue reading Melatonin
Trial in Absentia
News: A Special NIA Court has issued a non-bailable warrant against Hafiz Saeed in the Pahalgam terror attack case. As he is unlikely to appear, the NIA is expected to seek a trial in absentia under Section 356 of the BNSS. About Trial in Absentia A trial in absentia is a criminal trial conducted without… Continue reading Trial in Absentia
Falkland Islands
News: After Argentina’s 2–1 victory over England in the semi-final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Lautaro Martínez and Giovani Lo Celso celebrated by holding up a banner that read, “Las Malvinas son Argentinas,” meaning “The Falkland Islands (Malvinas) are Argentine.” About Falkland Islands Location: They are archipelago in the South Atlantic Ocean on the… Continue reading Falkland Islands
