Source: The post is based on the following articles “Years after Bt cotton, GEAC clears environmental release of GM mustard” published in Business Standard on 26th October 2022 “Understanding GM mustard: what is it, and how has it been achieved?” published in Indian Express on 27th October 2022 “Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee approves commercial cultivation… Continue reading Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee approves commercial cultivation of genetically modified mustard yet again
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Five new varieties to expand India’s Basmati platter
Source: The post is based on the article “Five new varieties to expand India’s Basmati platter” published in The Hindu on 25th October 2022 What is the News? Five new varieties of seeds of Basmati rice were developed by a group of scientists led by the Indian Agriculture Research Institute(IARI) Director. These varieties are all set… Continue reading Five new varieties to expand India’s Basmati platter
Sukapaika River: Breathing life into a dead river in Odisha
Source: The post is based on the article “Breathing life into a dead river in Odisha” published in The Hindu on 25th October 2022 What is the News? The Sukapaika River which stopped flowing 70 years ago is set to be rejuvenated as the Odisha government has started working on its revival plan following a… Continue reading Sukapaika River: Breathing life into a dead river in Odisha
‘India’s exports to China growing faster than inbound shipments’
Source: The post is based on the article “India’s exports to China growing faster than inbound shipments” published in The Hindu on 26th October 2022 What is the News? India’s trade equation with China has been improving in recent years with outbound shipments rising faster than imports. India’s Trade with China China is one of… Continue reading ‘India’s exports to China growing faster than inbound shipments’
PM launches Rozgar Mela – recruitment drive for 10 lakh personnel
Source: The post is based on the article “PM launches Rozgar Mela – recruitment drive for 10 lakh personnel” published in PIB on 26th October 2022 What is the News? The Prime Minister has launched the Rozgar Mela. What is Rozgar Mela? Rozgar Mela is a recruitment drive to hire 10 lakh personnel. Under this… Continue reading PM launches Rozgar Mela – recruitment drive for 10 lakh personnel
Allmania multiflora: Plant spotted in Palakkad is second species of the genus Allmania, say researchers
Source: The post is based on the article “Plant spotted in Palakkad is second species of the genus Allmania, say researchers” published in The Hindu on 25th October 2022 What is the News? A new species of the plant named Allmania multiflora has been identified in Palakkad, Kerala. What is Allmania multiflora? Allmania multiflora is… Continue reading Allmania multiflora: Plant spotted in Palakkad is second species of the genus Allmania, say researchers
The heaviness of rockets, why it matters in space flight
Source: The post is based on the article “The heaviness of rockets, why it matters in space flight” published in Indian Express on 26th October 2022 What is the News? ISRO has crossed an important milestone with the successful launch of the LVM3 M2/OneWeb India-1 mission. The LVM3 rocket carried almost 6 tonnes of payload… Continue reading The heaviness of rockets, why it matters in space flight
ISRO’s heaviest rocket successfully places 36 satellites in orbit
Source: The post is based on the article “ISRO’s heaviest rocket successfully places 36 satellites in orbit” published in The Hindu on 25th October 2022 What is the News? Indian Space Research Organization(ISRO) has successfully completed the LVM3 M2/OneWeb India-1 mission, placing 36 satellites into the intended orbit. What is the LVM3 M2/OneWeb India-1 mission?… Continue reading ISRO’s heaviest rocket successfully places 36 satellites in orbit
Sandalwood Spike disease: ‘Invisible’ disease wreaks havoc on commercial sandalwood cultivation
Source: The post is based on the article “Invisible disease wreaks havoc on commercial sandalwood cultivation” published in PIB on 25th October 2022 What is the News? A study has shown that Sandalwood Spike Disease(SSD) is posing a severe threat on the Commercial Cultivation of Sandalwood. What is Sandalwood Spike disease? Sandalwood Spike disease is… Continue reading Sandalwood Spike disease: ‘Invisible’ disease wreaks havoc on commercial sandalwood cultivation
Kantara: What is the controversy over the practice of ‘bhoota kola’ in the Kannada movie?
Source: The post is based on the article “Kantara: What is the controversy over the practice of ‘bhoota kola’ in the Kannada movie?” published in Indian Express on 26th October 2022 What is the News? Kannada film Kantara is being appreciated from all corners for its visual storytelling as well as compelling music and performances. However,… Continue reading Kantara: What is the controversy over the practice of ‘bhoota kola’ in the Kannada movie?
