Source: The post is based on the article “Newly identified gene could be clue to treatment of fungal infection in immuno compromised patients” published in PIB on 25th August 2022. What is the News? Scientists have identified a gene called CSA6. This gene can hold the key to prevent fungal infection Candidiasis. What is Candidiasis?… Continue reading Newly identified gene could be clue to treatment of fungal infection in immuno compromised patients
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Nikshay Poshan Yojana: TB nutrition aid falls short
Source: The post is based on the article “Nikshay Poshan Yojana: TB nutrition aid falls short” published in Down To Earth on 25th August 2022. What is the News? Only two-thirds of people living with tuberculosis benefitted from the Nikshay Poshan Yojana scheme in 2021. What is the Nikshay Poshan Yojana? Launched in: 2018 by… Continue reading Nikshay Poshan Yojana: TB nutrition aid falls short
Explained: The One Nation One Fertilizer scheme, the Govt’s logic, and some immediate risks
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained: The One Nation One Fertilizer scheme, the Govt’s logic, and some immediate risks” published in Indian Express on 26th August 2022. What is the News? The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has decided to implement One Nation One Fertiliser by introducing a “Single Brand for Fertilizers… Continue reading Explained: The One Nation One Fertilizer scheme, the Govt’s logic, and some immediate risks
ANPR cameras: Explained: What is the Govt’s new model for toll collection on highways?
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained: What is the Govt’s new model for toll collection on highways?” published in Indian Express on 24th August 2022. What is the News? The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is planning to remove all the toll plazas on the national highways and rely on Automatic… Continue reading ANPR cameras: Explained: What is the Govt’s new model for toll collection on highways?
The Competition (Amendment) Bill, 2022
Source: The post is based on the article “The Competition (Amendment) Bill, 2022” published in The Hindu on 25th August 2022. Present Status: Introduced in Lok Sabha and referred to the parliamentary standing committee. What is the News? The Competition (Amendment) Bill, 2022 was introduced in the Lok Sabha. The Bill seeks to amend the… Continue reading The Competition (Amendment) Bill, 2022
Supply Chain Ministerial Forum: India adopts joint statement on cooperation on global supply chains
Source: The post is based on the article “India adopts joint statement on cooperation on global supply chains” published in Economic Times on 22nd July 2022. What is the News? The US State Department released a Joint Statement of the 2022 Supply Chain Ministerial Forum, focusing on the global challenge which includes – the COVID-19… Continue reading Supply Chain Ministerial Forum: India adopts joint statement on cooperation on global supply chains
Wind project addition to peak by 2024, says report
Source: The post is based on the article “Wind project addition to peak by 2024, says report” published in The Hindu on 25th August 2022. What is the News? Global Wind Energy Council(GWEC) and MEC Intelligence have launched a report titled “Renewing wind growth to power the energy transition: India Wind Energy Market Outlook 2026”.… Continue reading Wind project addition to peak by 2024, says report
Union Minister launches, ‘Azadi Quest’ a series of online educational games based on India’s freedom struggle
Source: The post is based on the article “Union Minister launches, ‘Azadi Quest’ a series of online educational games based on India’s freedom struggle” published in PIB on 24th August 2022. What is the News? The Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting has launched ‘Azadi Quest’. What is Azadi Quest? Azadi Quest is a series… Continue reading Union Minister launches, ‘Azadi Quest’ a series of online educational games based on India’s freedom struggle
India nominates Garba to be inscribed on UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list
Source: The post is based on the article “India nominates Garba to be inscribed on UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list” published in AIR on 24th August 2022. What is the News? India has nominated the dance form Garba to be inscribed on UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list. If approved, it will become the first intangible cultural… Continue reading India nominates Garba to be inscribed on UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage list
What is Acculturation?
Source: The post is based on the article “What is Acculturation?” published in The Hindu on 24th August 2022. What is the News? India, with its distinctive fusion of various cultures, has ideals that provide a deeper understanding of the concept of acculturation and its outcomes. What is Acculturation? The concept of acculturation was coined… Continue reading What is Acculturation?
