Source: The post is based on the article “Unique star discovered that challenges previous understanding of star formation processes” published in Department of Science and Technology’s website. What is the News? Scientists at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA, Bangalore) have discovered a unique star named HE 1005-1439.This star has been classified as a carbon-enhanced… Continue reading Unique star discovered that challenges previous understanding of star formation processes
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SC proposes ‘permanent security units’ for all courts
Source: The post is based on the article “SC proposes ‘permanent security units’ for all courts” published in The Hindu on 14th August 2023. What is the News? The Supreme Court has issued several directions to guard court complexes across the country. These directions were issued due to recent incidents of firing inside court complexes. … Continue reading SC proposes ‘permanent security units’ for all courts
Bunch of new Placenta in chip devices can help making pregnancies safe
Source: The post is based on the article “Bunch of new Placenta in chip devices can help making pregnancies safe” published in Department of Science and Technology’s website. What is the News? Researchers have developed a device called placenta-on-a-chip (POC).This device mimics the placenta at various stages of pregnancy. What is Placenta? The placenta is… Continue reading Bunch of new Placenta in chip devices can help making pregnancies safe
Lok Sabha suspends Congress’s Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury: How Privileges Committee works
Source: The post is based on the article “Lok Sabha suspends Congress’s Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury: How Privileges Committee works” published in Indian Express on 13th August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Parliamentary Privileges?3 How does Parliament act on breach of privilege?4 What does the committee decide in breach of privilege cases against… Continue reading Lok Sabha suspends Congress’s Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury: How Privileges Committee works
GI tag to Mushkbudji will transform farmers of Sagam into entrepreneurs
Source: The post is based on the article “GI tag to Mushkbudji will transform farmers of Sagam into entrepreneurs” published in Greater Kashmir on 12th August 2023. What is the News? Mushkbudji Rice received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. What is Mushkbudji Rice? Mushkbudji Rice is short, bold aromatic rice grown in the higher reaches… Continue reading GI tag to Mushkbudji will transform farmers of Sagam into entrepreneurs
Chinese military ship docks at Colombo Port for a ‘formal’ visit
Source: The post is based on the article “Chinese military ship docks at Colombo Port for a ‘formal’ visit” published in The Hindu on 12th August 2023. What is the News? A Chinese warship, the Hai Yang 24 Hao, has arrived in Sri Lanka and will be docked at the Colombo Port. This visit comes… Continue reading Chinese military ship docks at Colombo Port for a ‘formal’ visit
Centre to overhaul British-era IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre to overhaul British-era IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act” published in The Hindu on 11th August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 Background:3 What are the three bills introduced to repeal the IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act?4 What are the key provisions of these bills?5 What will happen now… Continue reading Centre to overhaul British-era IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act
Kerala govt to launch ‘Athidhi Portal’ on Monday for registration of migrant workers
Source: The post is based on the article “Kerala govt to launch ‘Athidhi Portal’ on Monday for registration of migrant workers” published in Economic Times on 7th August 2023. What is the News? Kerala Government will be launching the Athidhi Portal. What is Athidhi Portal? Launched by: Kerala Government Purpose: It is a user-friendly web… Continue reading Kerala govt to launch ‘Athidhi Portal’ on Monday for registration of migrant workers
Powerful sun storm knocks out radio transmissions across North America
Source: The post is based on the article “Powerful sun storm knocks out radio transmissions across North America” published on Space.com on 8th August 2023. What is the News? A powerful solar flare disrupted radio and navigation signals across North America. What are Solar Flares? Solar flares are energetic flashes of radiation that explode from… Continue reading Powerful sun storm knocks out radio transmissions across North America
Steps taken for Promotion of Generic Medicines
Source: The post is based on the article “Steps taken for Promotion of Generic Medicines” published in PIB on 11th August 2023. What is the News? The Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare has informed Lok Sabha about the steps taken by the Government for the promotion of Generic Medicines. What are… Continue reading Steps taken for Promotion of Generic Medicines
