What is the news? The QS World University Rankings 2022 have been released. About QS World University Rankings: QS World University Rankings is released by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS). Purpose: It is an annual publication of university rankings which comprises the global overall and subject rankings. Parameters: The universities are evaluated based on the following six… Continue reading “QS World University Rankings 2022” released: Only three institutes from India
“Aducanumab” approved by USFDA for “Alzheimer’s disease”
What is the News? “Aducanumab”, a new drug for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) How does Aducanumab drug work? Aducanumab is a monoclonal antibody drug that aims at altering the course of Alzheimer disease by slowing the deterioration of brain function. Monoclonal Antibodies are… Continue reading “Aducanumab” approved by USFDA for “Alzheimer’s disease”
“Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons” and “Chemical Weapons Convention”
What is the news? The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) has informed the United Nations(UN) Security Council (UNSC) that in 17 cases, chemical weapons were likely or definitely used by Syria. About Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW): OPCW is an intergovernmental organization and the implementing body for the Chemical… Continue reading “Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons” and “Chemical Weapons Convention”
“Srivilliputhur-Mudumalai Tiger Reserve” and “Vaigai River”
What is the news? The declaration of the Srivilliputhur-Megamalai Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu can rejuvenate Vaigai, India’s heritage river. Tiger Reserves in Tamil Nadu Srivilliputhur-Megamalai Tiger Reserve will be the 5th tiger reserve of Tamil Nadu. The other four are: Mudumalai (MTR) Anamalai (ATR) Sathyamangalam (STR) Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve (KMTR) About Vaigai River:… Continue reading “Srivilliputhur-Mudumalai Tiger Reserve” and “Vaigai River”
Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 9 June, 2021
Read Previous Factly articles Article wise list of factly articles “Sea Snot” outbreak in Turkey and its effect on the marine ecosystem What is the News? Sea Snot accumulation in the Sea of Marmara (Turkey) is causing grave environmental concern. This is because Sea Snot can cause considerable damage to the marine ecosystem. The Sea… Continue reading Factly :-News Articles For UPSC Prelims | 9 June, 2021
[Download] Prelims Marathon Weekly Compilation – June, 2021 – 1st week
Hello everyone, We are posting a compilation of Prelims Marathon for the month of June 2021 – First week. Click on the following link to download Prelims Compilation for the month of June 2021 (First Week) About Prelims Marathon Daily Prelims Marathon is focused on UPSC Prelims 2020. Under this initiative, we post, daily 10… Continue reading [Download] Prelims Marathon Weekly Compilation – June, 2021 – 1st week
Haryana’s “Pran Vayu Devta Pension Scheme” and “Oxy Van” (Oxygen Forests)
What is the News? Haryana Government has launched the Pran Vayu Devta Pension Scheme (PVDPS) and Oxy Van(Oxygen Forests) on the occasion of World Environment Day. About Pran Vayu Devta Pension Scheme(PVDPS): Read Also :-“Pradhan Mantri VAN DHAN Yojana” (PMVDY) Pran Vayu Devta Pension Scheme(PVDPS) is an initiative to honour all those trees which are… Continue reading Haryana’s “Pran Vayu Devta Pension Scheme” and “Oxy Van” (Oxygen Forests)
ISRO develops 3 types of ventilators(PRENA, VaU, SVASTA) to battle Covid-19
What is the News? Indian Space Research Organisation(ISRO) has developed three types of ventilators(PRENA, VaU, SVASTA). These three ventilators have been developed at Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre(VSSC), a major space research centre of ISRO in Kerala. Moreover, ISRO has said that it will transfer the technology of these ventilators to industry for clinical usage as… Continue reading ISRO develops 3 types of ventilators(PRENA, VaU, SVASTA) to battle Covid-19
World Bank’s “Global Economic Prospects Report” predicts India’s growth as 8.3%
What is the News? The World Bank has released the Global Economic Prospects Report. About the Global Economic Prospects Report: Global Economic Prospects is a World Bank Group flagship report. It is issued twice a year, in January and June. Aim: To examine global economic developments and prospects with a special focus on emerging markets… Continue reading World Bank’s “Global Economic Prospects Report” predicts India’s growth as 8.3%
“Sea Snot” outbreak in Turkey and its effect on the marine ecosystem
What is the News? Sea Snot accumulation in the Sea of Marmara (Turkey) is causing grave environmental concern. This is because Sea Snot can cause considerable damage to the marine ecosystem. The Sea of Marmara is an inland sea entirely within the borders of Turkey. The sea connects the Black Sea to the Aegean Sea,… Continue reading “Sea Snot” outbreak in Turkey and its effect on the marine ecosystem
