CALM-Brain

News: CALM-Brain was launched on March 25, 2026 as India’s first digital repository on psychiatric disorders to advance research, diagnosis, and treatment. About CALM-Brain CALM-Brain is a first-of-its-kind open-source digital repository on brain structure and function in psychiatric disorders. Developed by: It has been developed by the National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences… Continue reading CALM-Brain

Balirajgarh Site

News: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has begun excavation at Bihar’s historic Balirajgarh site, which is believed to be the gateway to ancient Mithila. About Balirajgarh Site Balirajgarh site is an archaeological site located at Madhubani district, Bihar. It was declared a site of national importance in 1938. Findings: The site has shown evidence… Continue reading Balirajgarh Site

Persian Leopard

News: The Persian leopard is the last remaining Panthera species in Iran after the extinction of the Asiatic lion Panthera leo persica and the Caspian tiger Panthera tigris virgata. About Persian Leopard The Persian leopard is also known as the Anatolian or Caucasian leopard. Scientific name: Panthera pardus tulliana Habitat: They are most commonly found… Continue reading Persian Leopard

RBI’s Payments Vision 2028

News: The Reserve Bank of India released Payments Vision 2028 outlining new initiatives to strengthen and expand India’s digital payment ecosystem. About RBI’s Payments Vision 2028 It is a comprehensive policy roadmap guiding the evolution of India’s payment systems towards a secure, interoperable, and resilient ecosystem, consisting of 15 specific initiatives. Theme: “Shaping India’s Payment… Continue reading RBI’s Payments Vision 2028

Coordination Polymers—Zn(DAB) and Cd(DAB)

News: Indian scientists developed coordination polymers Zn(DAB) and Cd(DAB) showing strong performance in energy storage and green hydrogen production. About Coordination Polymers – Zn(DAB) and Cd(DAB) Zn(DAB) and Cd(DAB) are coordination polymers made of zinc (Zn2+) or cadmium (Cd2+) metal ions and organic molecules of 3,3′-diaminobenzidine (DAB) naturally assemble to form layered frameworks with strong… Continue reading Coordination Polymers—Zn(DAB) and Cd(DAB)

SRY Gene Test Screening

News: The International Olympic Committee mandated SRY gene screening and banned transgender women and DSD athletes from female categories to ensure fairness and safety. About SRY Gene Test Screening Sex-determining Region Y (SRY) gene test screening is a DNA-based test that detects the presence of the sex-determining region Y gene. The SRY gene is a… Continue reading SRY Gene Test Screening

Gruh Sugam Portal 

News: The National Housing Bank (NHB) has launched the Gruh Sugam Portal to revolutionize housing finance accessibility. About Gruh Sugam Portal It is a digital initiative to streamline the home loan process for Defence / Government personnel.  Launched by: National Housing Bank (NHB) It promotes digital lending adoption and strengthens financial inclusion by improving access… Continue reading Gruh Sugam Portal 

India’s First Port of Refuge (PoR)

News: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has operationalised India’s first Port of Refuge (PoR) to handle maritime emergencies and support vessels in distress. About India’s First Port of Refuge (PoR) India’s first Port of Refuge (PoR) has been launched to create a structured and formal mechanism to handle maritime emergencies and vessels… Continue reading India’s First Port of Refuge (PoR)

Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle (Batagur kachuga)

News: The Red-crowned roofed turtle population is declining due to shrinking habitat in the Ganga basin, highlighting the urgent need for conservation efforts to protect the species. About Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle (Batagur kachuga) The Red-crowned roofed turtle (Batagur kachuga) is a freshwater turtle native to South Asia. Family: It belongs to the Geoemydidae family. It is one of the three… Continue reading Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle (Batagur kachuga)

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