Source: The post is based on the article “The hippo is an enigma. It lives hidden from us — yet, it faces habitat loss now” published in TOI on 6th August 2022. What is the News? This article talks about Hippopotamus. What is Hippopotamus? Hippopotamus is also known as the river horse. They live along… Continue reading The hippo is an enigma. It lives hidden from us — yet, it faces habitat loss now
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Azaadi SAT: ISRO to send Small Satellite Launch Vehicle from Sriharikota
Source: The post is based on the article “ISRO to send Small Satellite Launch Vehicle from Sriharikota” published in AIR on 6th August 2022. What is the News? The Indian Space Research Organization(ISRO) is all set to launch a Small Satellite Launch Vehicle(SSLV) from Sriharikota. The vehicle will carry an Earth Observation Satellite named EOS-02… Continue reading Azaadi SAT: ISRO to send Small Satellite Launch Vehicle from Sriharikota
No privilege to MPs from criminal proceedings during session:Rajya Sabha Chairman
Source: The post is based on the article “No privilege to MPs from criminal proceedings during session:Rajya Sabha Chairman” published in The Hindu on 6th August 2022. What is the News? Rajya Sabha Chairman has clarified that members of Parliament do not enjoy any immunity from arrest in criminal cases when the House is in… Continue reading No privilege to MPs from criminal proceedings during session:Rajya Sabha Chairman
Major initiatives under National Leprosy Eradication Programme(NLEP)
Source: The post is based on the article “Major initiatives under National Leprosy Eradication Programme(NLEP)” published in PIB on 5th August 2022. What is the News? The Government is implementing the National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP) with the goal of making India leprosy free. What is the National Leprosy Eradication Programme(NLEP)? Nodal Ministry: Ministry of… Continue reading Major initiatives under National Leprosy Eradication Programme(NLEP)
India adds 10 more wetlands designated as Ramsar sites to make total 64 sites
Source: The post is based on the article “India adds 10 more wetlands designated as Ramsar sites to make a total 64 sites” published in PIB on 3rd August 2022. What is the News? India has added 10 more wetlands designated as Ramsar sites to make a total 64 sites. The 10 new sites include… Continue reading India adds 10 more wetlands designated as Ramsar sites to make total 64 sites
Experiential learning for 21st century for Eklavya school principals and teachers launched by NESTS and CBSE
Source: The post is based on the article “Experiential learning for the 21st century for Eklavya school principals and teachers launched by NESTS and CBSE” published in PIB on 4th August 2022. What is the News? The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)… Continue reading Experiential learning for 21st century for Eklavya school principals and teachers launched by NESTS and CBSE
Exercise Yudh Abhyas: India, US to carry out mega military exercise in Uttarakhand
Source: The post is based on the article “Exercise Yudh Abhyas: India, US to carry out mega military exercise in Uttarakhand” published in Livemint on 4th August 2022. What is the News? India and the US will hold the 18th edition of the Exercise “Yudh Abhyas” in Uttarakhand’s Auli. What is Exercise Yudh Abhyas? It… Continue reading Exercise Yudh Abhyas: India, US to carry out mega military exercise in Uttarakhand
World Dairy Summit 2022 to be held in India after 48 years
Source: The post is based on the article “World Dairy Summit 2022 to be held in India after 48 years” published in Indian Express on 4th August 2022. What is the News? India is hosting the World Dairy Summit 2022 in New Delhi. The last World Dairy Summit was organized in 1974 in New Delhi.… Continue reading World Dairy Summit 2022 to be held in India after 48 years
DRDO successfully test fires indigenously developed laser-guided ATGMs
Source: The post is based on the article “DRDO successfully test fires indigenously developed laser-guided ATGMs” published in PIB on 4th August 2022. What is the News? Defence Research and Development Organization(DRDO) and the Indian Army have successfully testfired indigenously developed Laser-Guided Anti-Tank Guided Missiles (ATGM) from Main Battle Tank(MBT) Arjun. What are Laser-Guided Anti-Tank… Continue reading DRDO successfully test fires indigenously developed laser-guided ATGMs
Explained: What are rare earth elements, and why is India keen to join a global alliance to ensure their supply?
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained: What are rare earth elements, and why is India keen to join a global alliance to ensure their supply?” published in Indian Express on 4th August 2022. What is the News? India is working through its diplomatic channels to fetch an entry into the Mineral Security… Continue reading Explained: What are rare earth elements, and why is India keen to join a global alliance to ensure their supply?
