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Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Explanation

News: Several state governments have issued health advisories after detection of the first Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Bengaluru.  About HMPV  It is a respiratory virus that causes upper respiratory infection and mild infections that are like common cold.  Sometimes, it can also cause lower respiratory infections like pneumonia, asthma flare-ups or may deteriorate Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary… Continue reading Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) Explanation

Golden Jackal Explanation

News– Environmentalists say that golden jackals appear to be adapting to their changing environment and are no longer avoiding humans. About Golden Jackal The golden jackal, also referred to as the common jackal, is a medium-sized, wolf-like canid. Activity– In human-inhabited areas, they are strictly nocturnal, but in less-disturbed regions, they may exhibit partially diurnal… Continue reading Golden Jackal Explanation

Key facts about Gomti River

News: The territorial army has launched a new task force called Ganga Task Force (GTF) Battalion for rejuvenation and protection of the Gomti River. About Gomti River   The Gomti river rises at Gomath Taal, also called Fulnar Jheel, near the Madho Tanda in the Pilibhit district of Uttar Pradesh.  It is a tributary of… Continue reading Key facts about Gomti River

Project VISTAAR

News: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras and Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare are collaborating on Project VISTAAR (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources)  About Project VISTAAR   It aims to transform agricultural extension service by making information easily accessible to farmers from start-ups in agriculture and allied sectors.  The digitalisation of… Continue reading Project VISTAAR

Sree Narayana Guru

News: The remarks of Kerala Chief Minister, at the inaugural session of the 92nd Sivagiri pilgrimage, on Sree Narayana Guru have set off a controversy.  About Sree Narayana Guru  He was a saint, philosopher, social reformer who advocated social equality and spiritual enlightenment.  He was born in  Chempazhanthy, a village near Thiruvananthapuram, in the Ezhava… Continue reading Sree Narayana Guru

Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary

News: A four-day faunal survey, organised by the Travancore Nature History Society in collaboration with the Forest department, conducted at the Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary has added to its biodiversity.  About Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary   Location: It is a protected area nestled in the southern part of the Western Ghats in the Kollam district of Kerala. … Continue reading Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary

Working of in-flight Internet

News: Air India has announced the rollout of Wi-fi Internet connectivity services on selected domestic and international flights.  Technologies used to provide in-flight internet   It operates primarily on two kinds of technology:   Ground based cellular towers- An antenna, placed around the plane’s belly, picks up signals from the nearest tower on ground to… Continue reading Working of in-flight Internet

Torrijos-Carter Treaties

News: Donald Trump has called the transfer of Panama Canal to Panama as foolish. This has brought Torrijos-Carter Treaties in the news.  About Torrijos-Carter Treaties  They are two treaties which were signed by the United States and Panama in 1977.  Panama Canal Treaty: It provided for joint US-Panama control until December 31, 1999, after which… Continue reading Torrijos-Carter Treaties

Sultanpur National Park

News: The management of Sultanpur National Park aims to develop two water bodies to attract the migratory flamingoes, who have been populating the nearby Najafgarh wetland.  About Sultanpur National Park  It is a popular bird sanctuary located in the Gurugram district of Haryana.  The park is a paradise for bird watchers, hosting both the migratory… Continue reading Sultanpur National Park

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