News: The government has approved an incentive scheme to accelerate domestic Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections across the country. About Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections is an incentive programme for City Gas Distribution (CGD) companies to expand household Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connections. Nodal… Continue reading Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections
Lantana Camara
News: A new study has found that a majority of ornamental plants sold online, like lantana camara, in India are alien species, many of which are known to be invasive or naturalised in other countries. About Lantana Camara Lantana Camara is a flowering plant species belonging to the verbena family. Native to: It is native to… Continue reading Lantana Camara
Bad Cholesterol
News: A new experimental gene-editing therapy, VERVE-102, permanently targets the PCSK9 gene to achieve long-term reduction in LDL cholesterol. About Bad Cholesterol Cholesterol: It is a waxy, fat-like substance found in all body cells. The body needs some cholesterol to make hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help digest food. Sources: The liver makes cholesterol.… Continue reading Bad Cholesterol
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Microbial Ecology and Soil Microbes
News: Researchers are exploring how soil microbes can provide early warning signs of desertification, before visible plant decline begins. About Microbial ecology and Soil Microbes Microbial ecology is the branch of science that studies the relationships between microorganisms and their biotic and abiotic environment. It applies general ecological principles to understand the activities and functions… Continue reading Microbial Ecology and Soil Microbes
Helicase: The DNA Separator
News: A recent study found how cells ensure that the DNA copying starts at the right time through a molecular safety catch. About Helicase: The DNA Separator Helicase is an enzyme and motor protein that unwinds double-stranded deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) into single strands. It is essential for DNA replication, repair, and transcription. Function of Helicase: DNA… Continue reading Helicase: The DNA Separator
GISAT-1A
News: The Indian Space Research Organisation is preparing to resume flight operations in September after a break of close to seven months, with the GISAT-1A Earth-observation spacecraft. About GISAT-1A It is an Geo Imaging Satellite which is also referred to as EOS-05. It is a replacement for GISAT-1 (EOS-03), which was launched in 2021 but… Continue reading GISAT-1A
Key Highlights of Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026
News: The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill 2026 was passed in both Houses of Parliament on August 13, 2026, and amends the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act (‘MMDR Act’). About Key Highlights of Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 The MMDR Amendment Act, 2026 amends the existing… Continue reading Key Highlights of Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026
[Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 19 August 2026 I Mains Marathon
Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing 19th August 2026 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading [Answered] UPSC Mains Answer Writing 19 August 2026 I Mains Marathon
UPSC Mains Answer Writing 19 August 2026 I Mains Marathon
Following are today’s UPSC Mains Marathon Questions About Mains Marathon – This is an initiative of ForumIAS to help/aid aspirants in their mains answer writing skills, which is crucial to conquering mains examination. UPSC Mains Answer Writing 19 August 2026 Every morning, we post 2–3 questions based on current affairs. The questions framed are meaningful and relevant… Continue reading UPSC Mains Answer Writing 19 August 2026 I Mains Marathon
