News: India is developing its first-ever seed germination database to help farmers, scientists, and foresters select the right species for climate-resilient agriculture, forestry, and ecological restoration. India’s First Seed Germination Database. About India’s First Seed Germination Database It is a free-access database, offering more than 1,000 germination techniques for 465 native plant species. Launched by:… Continue reading India’s First Seed Germination Database
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Clinidium lalitae
News: New beetle species discovered in Northeast by ZSI scientists. About Clinidium lalitae It is a new species of beetle belonging to the subfamily Rhysodinae. It has been discovered in the Talle Valley Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh. The species has been named to honor Lalita Ray Chaudhury, who dedicated her career to the study… Continue reading Clinidium lalitae
Surat Emission Trading Scheme (ETS)
News- A recent study published in The Quarterly Journal of Economics validated that Surat’s Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) led to a 20–30% reduction in pollution and brought down compliance costs by 11%. Surat Emission Trading Scheme (ETS). About Surat Emission Trading Scheme (ETS) Launched in 2019 in Gujarat, the Surat Emission Trading Scheme (ETS) is… Continue reading Surat Emission Trading Scheme (ETS)
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology
News- The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) and the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) have initiated a pilot project to explore the implementation of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology across the State. About Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) refers to a system where electric vehicles (EVs) are capable of sending electricity back to the power… Continue reading Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology
International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)
News- The International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) signed an agreement with the central government recently, officially making India the headquarters and secretariat of the alliance. International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA). About International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) It is a coalition of 96 big cat range countries and non-range countries dedicated to conserving seven big cats… Continue reading International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)
Operation Chakra V
News: CBI Launches Operation Chakra-V against Transnational Organized Cybercrime/ Digital Arrests. Operation Chakra V. About Operation Chakra V It was launched to fight against transnational organised cyber-enabled financial crimes in India. Launched by: Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) It involves a multi-pronged strategy, focusing on identifying and dismantling the broader infrastructure enabling cybercrimes like Digital… Continue reading Operation Chakra V
World Pandemic Treaty
News: Members of the World Health Organization (WHO) have finalised a proposal for the World Pandemic Treaty, according to a statement by the global health body. World Pandemic Treaty. About World Pandemic Treaty Background: The proposal to draft and negotiate this convention was finalised by the Intergovernmental Negotiating Body (INB), established in December 2021 under the… Continue reading World Pandemic Treaty
Exercise DUSTLIK-VI
News: The 6th edition of India- Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise DUSTLIK-VI commenced, at Foreign Training Node, Aundh (Pune). The Exercise is scheduled to be conducted from 16 to 28 Apr 2025. Exercise DUSTLIK-VI. About Exercise DUSTLIK -VI It is an annual training event conducted alternatively in India and Uzbekistan. This Edition is being held at… Continue reading Exercise DUSTLIK-VI
rt-LAMP Assay for Tuberculosis Diagnosis
News- Researchers have evaluated the real-time Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (rt-LAMP) method for the early and accurate detection of tuberculosis (TB). rt-LAMP Assay for Tuberculosis Diagnosis. About rt-LAMP Assay rt-LAMP (Real-time Loop-mediated Isothermal Amplification) is a molecular diagnostic test that enables the rapid detection of TB DNA. It uses a one-step DNA amplification process, capable of… Continue reading rt-LAMP Assay for Tuberculosis Diagnosis
Ranthambore National Park
News– A tiger recently killed a seven year boy at Ranthambore National Park. About Ranthambore National Park Aspect Details Location 1. It is located in Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan. 2. It is located at the junction of the Aravali and Vindhya hill ranges. History 1. Ranthambore National Park started as Sawai Madhopur Game Sanctuary… Continue reading Ranthambore National Park
