Source: The post is based on the article “Ports to UPI to green energy, India and Sri Lanka deepen economic ties” published in Indian Express on 22nd July 2023. What is the News? The President of Sri Lanka has paid an official visit to India. During the visit, India and Sri Lanka adopted a ‘vision… Continue reading Ports to UPI to green energy, India and Sri Lanka deepen economic ties
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Biofortified foods: Industry bats for separate branding
Source: The post is based on the article “Biofortified foods: Industry bats for separate branding” published in The Hindu Businessline on 19th July 2023. What is the News? According to a report, the global market of biofortification is projected to reach $217.21 million by 2030 from the current $100.84 million (in 2022). What is Biofortification?… Continue reading Biofortified foods: Industry bats for separate branding
Rule 176 vs Rule 267: What Govt agrees to, what Opp demands
Source: The post is based on the article “Rule 176 vs Rule 267: What Govt agrees to, what Opp demands” published in Indian Express on 22nd July 2023 What is the News? The Parliament transacted no business amid opposition parties’ demand for a discussion on the ongoing violence in Manipur. The government agreed for a… Continue reading Rule 176 vs Rule 267: What Govt agrees to, what Opp demands
What are Bacteriophages, the ‘good viruses’ that fight bacteria?
Source: The post is based on the article “What are Bacteriophages, the ‘good viruses’ that fight bacteria?” published in Indian Express on 21st July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Bacteriophages?3 How do Bacteriophages kill bacteria?4 What is Phage Therapy? What is the News? Scientists are exploring the potential of bacteriophages to treat… Continue reading What are Bacteriophages, the ‘good viruses’ that fight bacteria?
Rajasthan minimum income Bill: provisions, what makes it unique
Source: The post is based on the article “Rajasthan minimum income Bill: provisions, what makes it unique” published in Indian Express on 21st July 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Rajasthan Minimum Guaranteed Income Bill, 2023?3 Key Provisions of the Bill: 4 What is the significance of this bill? What is the News? The… Continue reading Rajasthan minimum income Bill: provisions, what makes it unique
Why is Kerch Bridge attack significant?
Source: The post is based on the article “Why is Kerch Bridge attack significant?” published in The Hindu On 21st July 2023 What is the News? The Kerch Bridge has come under attack. One section of the bridge was damaged in what the Russians called an attack by two Ukrainian sea drones. What is Kerch… Continue reading Why is Kerch Bridge attack significant?
Over 60 species of plants that can survive extreme dehydration found in Western Ghats
Source: The post is based on the article “Over 60 species of plants that can survive extreme dehydration found in Western Ghats” published in Down to Earth on 19th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Desiccation-tolerate vascular plant species?3 Desiccation-tolerate vascular(DT) plant species in India:4 What is the significance of this discovery?… Continue reading Over 60 species of plants that can survive extreme dehydration found in Western Ghats
‘Zombie fires’ in the Arctic: Canada’s extreme wildfire season offers a glimpse of new risks in a warmer, drier future
Source: The post is based on the article “‘Zombie fires’ in the Arctic: Canada’s extreme wildfire season offers a glimpse of new risks in a warmer, drier future” published in Down To Earth on 19th July 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What are Zombie Fires?3 Why are Zombie Fires occurring in the Arctic region?4… Continue reading ‘Zombie fires’ in the Arctic: Canada’s extreme wildfire season offers a glimpse of new risks in a warmer, drier future
IMD has launched Heat Index
Source: The post is based on the article “IMD has launched Heat Index” published in PIB on 20th July 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Heat Index?3 How will the Heat Index be calculated by IMD?4 What are the colour codes used for Heat Index? What is the News? India Meteorological Department… Continue reading IMD has launched Heat Index
NITI Aayog releases Analytical Tools for managing Climate Change and exploring Net Zero Pathways
Source: The post is based on the article “NITI Aayog releases Analytical Tools for managing Climate Change and exploring Net Zero Pathways” published in PIB on 20th July 2023. What is the News? Niti Aayog has launched the revamped version of India Energy Security Scenarios (IESS) 2047. What is India Energy Security Scenarios (IESS) 2047?… Continue reading NITI Aayog releases Analytical Tools for managing Climate Change and exploring Net Zero Pathways
