BioE3 Policy for High-Performance Biomanufacturing

Source- This post on BioE3 Policy for High-Performance Biomanufacturing has been created based on the article “Cabinet approves BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment) Policy for Fostering High Performance Biomanufacturing” published in “PIB” on 26th August 2024. Why in News? The Union Cabinet has approved the ‘BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment) Policy’ proposed… Continue reading BioE3 Policy for High-Performance Biomanufacturing

Impact of lithium mining on Atacama Salt Flat

Source – This post on Impact of lithium mining on Atacama salt flat has been created based on the article “Chile’s Atacama salt flat sinking due to lithium mining: What a new study says” published in “Indian Express” on 26th August 2024. Why in News? In a recent study, it has been found that lithium… Continue reading Impact of lithium mining on Atacama Salt Flat

Peregrine Falcon

Source-This post on Peregrine Falcon is based on the article “Peregrines in a skyscraper” published in “The Hindu” on 13th May 2024. Why in the News? The Madras Naturalist’s Society’s Project Raptor Watch (PRW) has been actively monitoring peregrine falcons in Chennai for two years. Their objective is to document, study, and monitor various raptor… Continue reading Peregrine Falcon

Sea Anemone

Source-This post on Sea Anemone is based on the article “Scientists flag mass sea anemone bleaching off Agatti island” published in “The Hindu” on 12th May 2024. Why in the News? Researchers at the ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (NBFGR) who were studying sea anemones in the Lakshadweep archipelago have observed widespread bleaching of… Continue reading Sea Anemone

Newly sanctioned roads under the Vibrant Village Programme

Source-This post on Newly sanctioned roads under the VVP is based on the article “Govt. to spend ₹2 cr. per km on roads along China border” published in “The Hindu” on 12th May 2024. Why in the News? The Ministry of Home Affairs has authorized the construction of 113 roads as part of the Vibrant Village… Continue reading Newly sanctioned roads under the Vibrant Village Programme

PS4 engine

Source-This post on PS4 engine is based on “ISRO’s engine design saves raw material, time” published in “The Indian Express” on 12th May 2024. Why in the News? ISRO successfully tested the PS4 engine of the PSLV stage for an extended duration. About PS4 engine 1. About: The PS4 engine is a vital component of the Polar… Continue reading PS4 engine

United Nations Forum on Forests

Source-This post on United Nations Forum on Forests is based on the article “Early warning systems and controlled burning for forest fire management in talks at UN Forum on Forests” published in “Down to Earth” on 13th May 2024. Why in the News? During the 19th Session of the United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF19),… Continue reading United Nations Forum on Forests

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