Source: The post is based on the article “Element of mystery: Lead poisoning is a huge public health concern for India; here’s why” published in Down To Earth on 17th February 2023 What is the News? The widespread use of Lead has resulted in extensive environmental contamination, human exposure and significant public health problems in… Continue reading Element of mystery: Lead poisoning is a huge public health concern for India; here’s why
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Explained:How cars can run on hydrogen fuel Cell
News:Recently,the Supreme Court has directed the government to look into the feasibility of introducing vehicles based on a hydrogen cell technology to deal with air pollution in Delhi. Facts: About Hydrogen Fuel Cells: Fuel cells generate electricity through an electrochemical process.It converts chemical energy in fuels into electrical energy. It combines hydrogen and oxygen to… Continue reading Explained:How cars can run on hydrogen fuel Cell
Now, no age bar to register for cadaver organ transplants
Source: The post is based on the article “Now, no age bar to register for cadaver organ transplants” published in The Hindu on 17th February 2023 What is the News? The Union Health Ministry has revised several guidelines related to organ donation. Note: National Organ & Tissue Transplant Organization(NOTTO), the country’s apex organ donation agency… Continue reading Now, no age bar to register for cadaver organ transplants
Thwaites Glacier is ‘in trouble,’ scientists say after finding surprising formations under ice shelf
Source: The post is based on the article “Thwaites Glacier is ‘in trouble,’ scientists say after finding surprising formations under ice shelf” published in CNN on 16th February 2023 What is the News? New research suggests that even low amounts of melting can potentially push a Thwaites Glacier further along the path toward eventual disappearance.… Continue reading Thwaites Glacier is ‘in trouble,’ scientists say after finding surprising formations under ice shelf
IAF’s acquisition of 114 fighter jets to be part of a major procurement plan
Source: The post is based on the article “IAF’s acquisition of 114 fighter jets to be part of a major procurement plan” published in The Hindu on 17th February 2023 What is the News? Indian Air Force(IAF) is reportedly planning to procure 114 Multirole fighter aircraft(MRFA) along with three different indigenous fighter development programmes. This… Continue reading IAF’s acquisition of 114 fighter jets to be part of a major procurement plan
Environment Minister announces the translocation of twelve Cheetahs from South Africa to India
Source: The post is based on the article “Environment Minister announces the translocation of twelve Cheetahs from South Africa to India” published in PIB on 17th February 2023 What is the News? The Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate change has announced the translocation of twelve Cheetahs from South Africa to India. The Cheetahs… Continue reading Environment Minister announces the translocation of twelve Cheetahs from South Africa to India
Towards sustainability: Arunachal’s Apatanis use a unique, integrated cultivation method; it needs encouragement
Source: The post is based on the article “Towards sustainability: Arunachal’s Apatanis use a unique, integrated cultivation method; it needs encouragement” published in Down To Earth on 17th February 2023 What is the News? The Apatanis Tribe from Arunachal Pradesh practices a distinctive form of agriculture where rice and fish are grown together. About Apatani… Continue reading Towards sustainability: Arunachal’s Apatanis use a unique, integrated cultivation method; it needs encouragement
DHARA – Annual Meeting Of Members Of The River Cities Alliance
Source: The post is based on the article “DHARA – Annual Meeting Of Members Of The River Cities Alliance” published in PIB on 15th February 2023 What is the News? DHARA, the annual meeting of the members of the River Cities Alliance(RCA) has been concluded. What is DHARA? DHARA stands for Driving Holistic Action for… Continue reading DHARA – Annual Meeting Of Members Of The River Cities Alliance
Unique non-cytotoxic nanocomposite coatings developed to prevent post-surgical infections
Source: The post is based on the article “Unique non-cytotoxic nanocomposite coatings developed to prevent post-surgical infections” published in PIB on 16th February 2023 What is the News? Researchers have developed a nanocomposite coating that can inhibit biofilm formation and also kill attached bacteria thereby helping tackle growing Post-operative surgical site infections (SSIs). What are… Continue reading Unique non-cytotoxic nanocomposite coatings developed to prevent post-surgical infections
India accounts for 52% of world’s new leprosy patients, says Union Health Minister
Source: The post is based on the article “India accounts for 52% of world’s new leprosy patients, says Union Health Minister” published in The Hindu on 17th February 2023 What is the News? The Government of India has launched the National Strategic Plan and Roadmap for Leprosy 2023-2027. The aim of the Plan is to… Continue reading India accounts for 52% of world’s new leprosy patients, says Union Health Minister
