News: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has recently published its first-ever Green Status assessment for the lion (Panthera leo). IUCN Green Status assessments. First Green Status assessment for the lion (Panthera leo) The first Green Status assessment for the lion (Panthera leo) shows that it is Largely Depleted, while the species remains… Continue reading IUCN Green Status assessments
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De-Extinction of Dire Wolf
News: In a groundbreaking achievement, scientists have successfully revived the dire wolf, an ancient species that went extinct nearly 12,500 years ago, using cutting-edge genetic engineering techniques by Colossal Biosciences. De-Extinction of Dire Wolf. About De-Extinction De-extinction, also known as resurrection biology or species revivalism, is the process of recreating extinct species or organisms using… Continue reading De-Extinction of Dire Wolf
Small Hive Beetle (SHB)
News: A young scientist from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) recently identified the presence of the invasive Small Hive Beetle (SHB), Aethina tumida, in an apiary located in Amdanga, North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. Small Hive Beetle (SHB) About Small Hive Beetle (SHB) SHBs are small, oval-shaped beetles measuring 5–7 mm in… Continue reading Small Hive Beetle (SHB)
ZooWIN Portal
News: The government has introduced a digital platform, ZooWIN, designed to track and manage the real-time availability of anti-rabies vaccines (ARV) and anti-snake venom (ASV) across the country. About ZooWIN Portal It is a digital platform, designed to track and manage the real-time availability of anti-rabies vaccines (ARV) and anti-snake venom (ASV) across the country.… Continue reading ZooWIN Portal
Key Facts about Slovakia
News: Slovakia intends to upgrade defence ties with India as Indian President is scheduled to visit the European country. Slovakia. About Slovakia Location: It is a landlocked country in central Europe. Bordering countries: It is bordered by Poland to the north, Ukraine to the east, Hungary to the south, Austria to the west, and the… Continue reading Key Facts about Slovakia
Professional Tax
News: Swiggy faces a tax demand of ₹7.59 crore from the Maharashtra Government over alleged non-compliance with professional tax deduction norms. Professional Tax. About Professional Tax Professional Tax is a tax charged on income earned through employment, business, freelancing, or any profession. It applies to all earning individuals, including salaried employees, business owners, and freelancers.… Continue reading Professional Tax
Digital Threat Report 2024
News: India launches first Digital Threat Report 2024 to support cyber security in the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) sector. Digital Threat Report 2024. About Digital Threat Report 2024 This Report is a comprehensive analysis of current and emerging cyber threats and defense strategies. Developed by: It is developed through collaboration between the SISA… Continue reading Digital Threat Report 2024
Mount Kanlaon
News: Mount Kanlaon, one of the most active volcanoes in the Philippines, recently erupted dramatically, spewing a massive ash plume 4,000 meters (2.5 miles) high into the sky. About Mount Kanlaon Mount Kanlaon is a stratovolcano located in the north-central part of Negros Island in the Philippines. It is one of the active volcanoes in… Continue reading Mount Kanlaon
SC verdict on Governor’s assent to Bills
News- In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court struck down Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi’s decision to withhold assent to 10 State Bills, terming it illegal and erroneous in law. SC verdict on Governor’s assent to Bills. About Supreme Court’s ruling (Tamil Nadu Governor Assent Case) The Court held that the Governor cannot sit indefinitely… Continue reading SC verdict on Governor’s assent to Bills
BIMSTEC Summit, 2025
News: The 6th Summit of the member States of BIMSTEC was held 04 April 2025, in Bangkok, Thailand. BIMSTEC Summit, 2025. Key Takeaways from the BIMSTEC Summit, 2025 Theme: “BIMSTEC: Prosperous, Resilient and Open” Vision Document: The Summit adopted the BIMSTEC Bangkok Vision 2030 document which lays out the road map for the collective prosperity… Continue reading BIMSTEC Summit, 2025
