Source: The post is based on the article “New scheme launched to augment research capabilities in state universities and colleges” published in PIB on 3rd August 2022. What is the News? The Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) has launched a new scheme titled “State University Research Excellence(SERB-SURE)”. What is the State University Research Excellence(SERB-SURE)… Continue reading SERB-SURE scheme launched to augment research capabilities in state universities and colleges
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IAF to participate in multilateral exercise ‘Pitch Black’ in Australia
Source: The post is based on the article “IAF to participate in multilateral exercise ‘Pitch Black’ in Australia” published in Indian Express on 1st August 2022. What is the News? Indian Air Force(IAF) will be participating in Exercise Pitch Black. What is Exercise Pitch Black? Exercise Pitch Black is a biennial exercise hosted by the… Continue reading IAF to participate in multilateral exercise ‘Pitch Black’ in Australia
Aid for Trade at a Glance 2022 report: India got highest aid for trade from developed countries in 2020
Source: The post is based on the article “India got highest aid for trade from developed countries in 2020” published in Business Standard on 2nd August 2022. What is the News? The World Trade Organization(WTO) and Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development(OECD) have released a report titled Aid for Trade at a Glance 2022 report.… Continue reading Aid for Trade at a Glance 2022 report: India got highest aid for trade from developed countries in 2020
Explained | The Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill 2022
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained | The Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill 2022” published in The Hindu on 2nd August 2022. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the Energy Conservation Act 2001?3 Key Provisions of the Act4 What are the proposed changes to the act? What is the News? To meet… Continue reading Explained | The Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill 2022
Explained: All about Hellfire R9X – the drone missile with razor-sharp blades used to kill al-Zawahiri
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained: All about Hellfire R9X – the drone missile with razor-sharp blades used to kill al-Zawahiri” published in Indian Express on 3rd August 2022. What is the News? The US military used its ‘secret weapon’ — the Hellfire R9X missile – to kill Al Qaeda chief Ayman… Continue reading Explained: All about Hellfire R9X – the drone missile with razor-sharp blades used to kill al-Zawahiri
Biodegradable biopolymer nanocomposite that detects relative humidity can monitor packed food freshness
Source: The post is based on the article “Biodegradable biopolymer nanocomposite that detects relative humidity can monitor packed food freshness” published in PIB on 2nd August 2022. What is the News? Scientists have developed a biodegradable, biopolymer nanocomposite that can detect relative humidity and can find applications as smart packaging materials, especially for the food… Continue reading Biodegradable biopolymer nanocomposite that detects relative humidity can monitor packed food freshness
Aridity Anomaly Outlook(AAO) Index: Some 85% districts in India now face arid conditions
Source: The post is based on the article “Aridity Anomaly Outlook(AAO) Index: Some 85% districts in India now face arid conditions” published in Down To Earth on 28th July 2022. What is the News? The Indian Meteorological Department(IMD) has released the Aridity Anomaly Outlook(AAO) Index. What is the Aridity Anomaly Outlook(AAO) Index? Developed by: India… Continue reading Aridity Anomaly Outlook(AAO) Index: Some 85% districts in India now face arid conditions
Flagging terror threat, India pledges support to Maldives
Source: The post is based on the article “Flagging terror threat, India pledges support to Maldives” published in Indian Express on 3rd August 2022. What is the News? Maldives President is on a visit to India. During his visit, both the countries reviewed bilateral ties and signed several agreements. What are the key highlights from… Continue reading Flagging terror threat, India pledges support to Maldives
Ministry of Culture organized “TirangaUtsav” to celebrate the contribution of Pingali Venkayya to the nation on the occasion of his 146th Birth Anniversary
Source: The post is based on the article “Ministry of Culture organized “TirangaUtsav” to celebrate the contribution of Pingali Venkayya to the nation on the occasion of his 146th Birth Anniversary” published in PIB on 2nd August 2022. What is the News? The Ministry of Culture organized “TirangaUtsav” to celebrate the contributions of Pingali Venkayya… Continue reading Ministry of Culture organized “TirangaUtsav” to celebrate the contribution of Pingali Venkayya to the nation on the occasion of his 146th Birth Anniversary
Centre launches several edu initiatives to mark 2 years of NEP 2020
Source: The post is based on the article “Centre launches several edu initiatives to mark 2 years of NEP 2020” published in Hindustan Times on 30th July 2022. What is the News? The Government of India has launched several initiatives on the second anniversary of the National Education Policy(NEP) 2020. What are the initiatives launched… Continue reading Centre launches several edu initiatives to mark 2 years of NEP 2020
