Source: The post is based on the article “Ixchiq: How was the first vaccine for chikungunya approved?” published in “The Hindu” on 17th November 2023 Why in the News? The United States(US) has approved the world’s first vaccine for chikungunya named Ixchiq. What is Chikungunya? Specifications Details What is it Mosquito borne Viral Disease Caused… Continue reading Ixchiq: How was the first vaccine for chikungunya approved?
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World Toilet Organization
About World Toilet Organization Aspects Description About 1. World Toilet Organization is a global non-profit committed to improving toilet and sanitation conditions worldwide. 2. It is not an agency of the United Nations. It was granted consultative status by the United Nations Economic and Social Council in 2013. Established 19 November 2001 Focus WTO empowers… Continue reading World Toilet Organization
Saturn’s rings disappearing!
Source– This post “Saturn’s rings disappearing!” is based on the article “Will Saturn’s rings really ‘disappear’ by 2025? An astronomer explains” published in “The Hindu” on 14th November 2023. Why in the News? Saturn’s rings will not disappear permanently by 2025. Although they will become almost invisible from Earth during that time, it is a… Continue reading Saturn’s rings disappearing!
Four Fundamental Forces of the Universe
Source– This post “Four Fundamental Forces of the Universe ” is based on the article “How many forces are there in nature, really? | Explained” published in “The Hindu” on 15th November 2023. Why in the News? Recently an assistant professor of theoretical physics at the Centre for High Energy Physics in the Indian Institute… Continue reading Four Fundamental Forces of the Universe
Constantine Joseph Beschi(Veeramamunivar)
Source– This post “Constantine Joseph Beschi(Veeramamunivar)” is based on the article “Constantine Joseph Beschi, a missionary, Tamil scholar, and Chanda Sahib’s Dewan” published in “The Hindu” on 14th November 2023. Why in the News? Recently Emerald Publishers released the English translation of the first biography of Veeramamunivar(known as Constantine Joseph Beschi) in Tamil written by… Continue reading Constantine Joseph Beschi(Veeramamunivar)
9th India International Science Festival (IISF) 2023 to be held at Faridabad, Haryana
Source: The post is based on the article “9th India International Science Festival (IISF) 2023 to be held at Faridabad, Haryana” published in “PIB” on 16th November 2023 Why in the News? The 9th edition of the India International Science Festival (IISF) 2023 will be held at Faridabad, Haryana. What is the India International Science… Continue reading 9th India International Science Festival (IISF) 2023 to be held at Faridabad, Haryana
Igla-S Missile: Russia to supply Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles to India
Source: The post is based on the article “Igla-S Missile: Russia to supply Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles to India” published in “TOI” on 16th November 2023 Why in the News? Russia has signed a deal to provide Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles to India and authorized the local production of Igla-S under license. What is Igla-S? Specifications Details… Continue reading Igla-S Missile: Russia to supply Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles to India
Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra
Source: The post is based on the article “Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra” published in “PIB” on 16th November 2023 Why in the News? The Prime Minister has launched the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. What is the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra? Specifications Details Aim To promote and publicize government welfare schemes. To enroll potential beneficiaries of… Continue reading Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra
Gold drives trade deficit to new high
Source: The post is based on the article “Gold drives trade deficit to new high” published in “The Hindu” on 15th November 2023 Why in the News? In October,2023 India’s exports increased by 6.2% to $33.6 billion, but imports surged to a record $65.03 billion, leading to highest monthly trade deficit of $31.46 billion. This… Continue reading Gold drives trade deficit to new high
World Governance Index: Need for World Bank’s governance indicators to be transparent
Source: The post is based on the article “World Governance Index: Need for World Bank’s governance indicators to be transparent” published in “Indian Express” on 16th November 2023 Why in the News? Chief Economic Advisor has raised concerns over the use of Worldwide Governance Index Indicators in ratings assessment by credit ratings agencies. He has… Continue reading World Governance Index: Need for World Bank’s governance indicators to be transparent
