Source: The post is based on the article “Scientists solve Manipur salamander ‘puzzle’” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. What is the News? In 2022, scientists explored the Khongtheng mountain range in Manipur to study Tylototriton verrucosus, also known as the crocodile newt. While exploring, they discovered a new salamander species named Tylototriton… Continue reading Scientists solve Manipur salamander ‘puzzle’
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Meet ‘Pibot,’ the humanoid robot that can safely pilot an airplane better than a human
Source: The post is based on the article “Meet ‘Pibot,’ the humanoid robot that can safely pilot an airplane better than a human” published on Euronews.com on 15th August. What is the News? A team of engineers and researchers from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology (KAIST) is currently developing a humanoid robot… Continue reading Meet ‘Pibot,’ the humanoid robot that can safely pilot an airplane better than a human
Cabinet approves “PM-eBus Sewa” for augmenting city bus operations; priority to cities having no organized bus service
Source: The post is based on the article “Cabinet approves “PM-eBus Sewa” for augmenting city bus operations; priority to cities having no organized bus service” published in PIB on 16th August 2023 What is the News? The Union Cabinet has approved PM-eBus Sewa to improve urban mobility and decarbonise public transport in cities. What is… Continue reading Cabinet approves “PM-eBus Sewa” for augmenting city bus operations; priority to cities having no organized bus service
‘Vishwakarma scheme will aid 30 lakh artisan families
Source: The post is based on the article “‘Vishwakarma scheme will aid 30 lakh artisan families” published in The Hindu on 17th August 2023. What is the News? The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved a new Scheme named “PM Vishwakarma”. What is the PM Vishwakarma Scheme? Type: Central Sector Scheme Aim: To strengthen… Continue reading ‘Vishwakarma scheme will aid 30 lakh artisan families
To remove gender stereotypes from the law, a new SC handbook
Source: The post is based on the article “To remove gender stereotypes from the law, a new SC handbook” published in The Hindu 17th August 2023. What is the News? The Supreme Court has launched a handbook titled “Handbook on Combating Gender Stereotypes”. What is the purpose of the “Handbook on Combating Gender Stereotypes”? Aim:… Continue reading To remove gender stereotypes from the law, a new SC handbook
Scientists detect ‘microplastics’ in human heart for first time: Report
Source: The post is based on the article “Scientists detect ‘microplastics’ in human heart for first time: Report” published in Hindustan Times on 16th August 2023. Contents1 What is the news?2 What are the issues with the findings?3 What are Microplastics?4 What is the news?5 Who was Matangini Hazra?6 Who was Kanaklata Barua? What is the news? Scientists at Beijing… Continue reading Scientists detect ‘microplastics’ in human heart for first time: Report
Not Just Moon: Isro’s Aditya-L1, India’s first Solar mission, reaches spaceport
Source: The post is based on the article “Not Just Moon: Isro’s Aditya-L1, India’s first Solar mission, reaches spaceport” published in The Times of India on 16th August 2023. What is the news? India’s first solar mission, Aditya-L1 is expected to be launched by late August or early September. About Aditya – L1 Mission Read Here: India’s first mission to… Continue reading Not Just Moon: Isro’s Aditya-L1, India’s first Solar mission, reaches spaceport
Metagenome sequencing is transforming pathogen surveillance
Source: The post is based on the article “Metagenome sequencing is transforming pathogen surveillance” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. Contents1 What is the news?2 What is Genome Sequencing?3 What are the different genome sequencing technologies that help in surveillance of COVID-19 and other diseases?4 What are other areas of application of genome sequencing? What is the news?… Continue reading Metagenome sequencing is transforming pathogen surveillance
Less than 1% mitigation & adaptation funding went to world’s indigenous groups despite more commitment: Report
Source: The post is based on the article “Less than 1% mitigation & adaptation funding went to world’s indigenous groups despite more commitment: Report” published in Down To Earth on 11th August 2023. What is the News? A report has been released on the initial phase of the Inclusive Conservation Initiative (ICI). The report highlights… Continue reading Less than 1% mitigation & adaptation funding went to world’s indigenous groups despite more commitment: Report
SC plans expansion of infra; e-Courts to offer national link
Source: The post is based on the article “SC plans expansion of infra; e-Courts to offer national link” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. What is the News? The Chief Justice of India has announced a plan to expand the Supreme Court with 27 additional courts and 51 judges’ chambers. Currently, the Supreme… Continue reading SC plans expansion of infra; e-Courts to offer national link
