Source: The post is based on the article “ISRO to launch PSLV-C56 carrying Singapore’s new imaging satellite” published in The Hindu on 25th July 2023. What is the News? Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will be launching the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C56) mission. What is the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C56) mission? PSLV-C56 will… Continue reading ISRO to launch PSLV-C56 carrying Singapore’s new imaging satellite
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FCI stops rice supply for ethanol production amid concerns over crop
Source: The post is based on the article “FCI stops rice supply for ethanol production amid concerns over crop” published in Business Standard on 25th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 Why has the FCI stopped the supply of rice for ethanol production?3 What will be the impact of this ban?4 What is Ethanol… Continue reading FCI stops rice supply for ethanol production amid concerns over crop
OneWeb to set up India’s first ‘satellite network portal site’ in Gujarat: What is the project, its significance?
Source: The post is based on the article “OneWeb to set up India’s first ‘satellite network portal site’ in Gujarat: What is the project, its significance?” published in Indian Express on 23rd July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is OneWeb?3 What is the MoU signed between the Gujarat government and One Web?4 Why… Continue reading OneWeb to set up India’s first ‘satellite network portal site’ in Gujarat: What is the project, its significance?
Govt. launches Meri Maati, Mera Desh campaign
Source: The post is based on the article “Govt. launches Meri Maati, Mera Desh campaign” published in The Hindu on 25th July 2023. What is the News? The Union government has launched the Meri Maati, Mera Desh campaign. What is the Meri Maati, Mera Desh campaign? The Meri Maati Mera Desh campaign is envisaged as… Continue reading Govt. launches Meri Maati, Mera Desh campaign
What are marine heat waves, which have gripped parts of the world’s oceans this summer?
Source: The post is based on the article “What are marine heat waves, which have gripped parts of the world’s oceans this summer?” published in Indian Express on 24th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Marine Heat Waves (MHWs)?3 What is the impact of marine heat waves on ocean life?4 How do… Continue reading What are marine heat waves, which have gripped parts of the world’s oceans this summer?
Lapse of the bill
About Lapse of the bill A bill, whether pending in the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha, is subject to lapse or does not lapse under various circumstances as follows: Conditions Lapse status A bill pending in the Lok Sabha Lapses A bill approved by the Lok Sabha but awaiting consideration in the Rajya Sabha… Continue reading Lapse of the bill
On ED’s power to arrest and seek custody
Source: The post is based on the article “On ED’s power to arrest and seek custody” published in The Hindu on 21st July 2023. What is the News? The Madras High Court has upheld the legality of Minister V. Senthilbalaji’s arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and his subsequent remand in judicial custody in a… Continue reading On ED’s power to arrest and seek custody
Invasive weed threatens elephant habitats in Tamil Nadu
Source: The post is based on the article “Invasive weed threatens elephant habitats in Tamil Nadu” published in The Hindu on 22nd July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Ludwigia peruviana?3 Why is Ludwigia peruviana an invasive plant?4 How is Ludwigia peruviana impacting elephant habitats? What is the News? An Invasive aquatic weed… Continue reading Invasive weed threatens elephant habitats in Tamil Nadu
India crosses a significant milestone for The National Tele Mental Health Programme of India
Source: The post is based on the article “India crosses a significant milestone for The National Tele Mental Health Programme of India” published in PIB on 22nd July 2023. What is the News? Tele MANAS Initiative has reached a significant milestone. The toll-free service has received over 2,00,000 calls from various parts of the nation… Continue reading India crosses a significant milestone for The National Tele Mental Health Programme of India
Will generic supply of bedaquiline be accessible?
Source: The post is based on the article “Will generic supply of bedaquiline be accessible?” published in The Hindu on 24th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Tuberculosis?3 What is the threat from Tuberculosis?4 What is Bedaquiline?5 What has Johnson & Johnson(J&J) done? What is the News? Johnson & Johnson’s patent on… Continue reading Will generic supply of bedaquiline be accessible?
