News: A major study has found that South Asian gut microbiomes are distinct and follow community-specific changes shaped by lifestyle and local factors. About Gut Microbiome Gut Microbiome is the community of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites, that live in the human gut. Acquisition of Gut Microbiome Initial acquisition: A human infant first acquires… Continue reading Gut Microbiome
Sanskrit Poet Kalidasa
News: Recently, ‘Kaho Kalidasa!’, a novel by Yugul Joshi, on the poet’s life and works, launched at IGNCA, New Delhi. About Sanskrit Poet Kalidasa Birth: The exact birth date and birthplace of the ancient Sanskrit poet Kalidasa remain unknown. He is associated with various regions such as Himalayas, Ujjain and Kalinga. He was a great Sanskrit… Continue reading Sanskrit Poet Kalidasa
ICGS Ajit
News: Recently, the Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) formally handed over ICGS Ajit (Yard 1277) to the Indian Coast Guard. About ICGS Ajit ICGS Ajit (Yard 1277) is a state-of-the-art Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV). Developed by: It has been developed by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL). Induction year: It has been inducted in 2026 to Indian Coast… Continue reading ICGS Ajit
Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI)
News: SEBI has introduced an Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI) for market infrastructure institutions (MIIs). About Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI) Introduced by: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has introduced an IT Resilience Index (ITRI) framework for market infrastructure institutions (MIIs), including stock exchanges, depositories and clearing corporations. Purpose: It has been… Continue reading Information Technology Resilience Index (ITRI)
Periyar Cow
News: The Periyar cow has received national recognition after being registered by the ICAR-National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources as an indigenous breed. About Periyar Cow Periyar cow is an indigenous cattle breed of Kerala, locally known as Periyar Kullan, Kuttampuzha cattle and Andukanni. Official Name: It has been registered as the Periyar cow, also known… Continue reading Periyar Cow
[Download] Factly Weekly Compilation – August 2026 – 3rd week
Dear Friends, We are posting a compilation of Factly articles for the month of August 2026 – Third week. We have made several improvements in our compilations structure, to make them more user-friendly and easy to use. Give your feedback on the same and provide suggestions in the comment box, if you want any further… Continue reading [Download] Factly Weekly Compilation – August 2026 – 3rd week
Pub Ad Optional Daily Brief – 26 – August – 2026
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UPSC Prelims Marathon 26 August – Schools of Indian philosophy and Buddhism – 2026
Dear Friends, We are posting prelims marathon MCQs for today. In this initiative, you can attempt 10 subjectwise MCQs daily. Daily Quiz UPSC Prelims Marathon 26 August Schools of Indian philosophy and Buddhism For schedule, refer to the archive link given below. Best UPSC institute In Delhi, For the Prelims Marathon archive – click here,… Continue reading UPSC Prelims Marathon 26 August – Schools of Indian philosophy and Buddhism – 2026
Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 26 August 2026
About Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper & Indian Express. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a certain number… Continue reading Must Read News Daily Current Affairs Articles 26 August 2026
[Download] Mains Marathon Weekly Compilation – Aug, 2026 – 3rd week
Hello everyone, We are posting Mains Marathon Weekly Compilation for the month of August 2026 – Third week. Click on the following link to download Download About Mains Marathon Daily Mains Marathon is focused on UPSC Mains 2026. Under this initiative, we post, daily 2 articles, based on the provided weekly schedule. For More such… Continue reading [Download] Mains Marathon Weekly Compilation – Aug, 2026 – 3rd week
