Development of Goldene

Source-This post on Development of Goldene is based on the article “GOLDENE: A sheet of gold that is only one atom thick” published in “The Indian Express” on 6th May 2024. Why in the News? For the first time, scientists have successfully developed a free-standing, single-atom-thick sheet of gold. This marks the first instance of… Continue reading Development of Goldene

Low COVID-19 Infection Rates in India

Source-This post on Low COVID-19 Infection Rates in India is based on the article “Covid virus is still here. Why aren’t more people falling ill?” published in “The Indian Express” on 6th May 2024. Why in the News? On May 5, 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared that Covid-19 was no longer a global… Continue reading Low COVID-19 Infection Rates in India

Swing trading

Source-This post on Swing trading is based on the article “Explained: What is swing trading” published in “The India Today” on 6th May 2024. Why in the News? The stock market has experienced significant volatility recently due to the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. Amidst these ups and downs, swing trading has become a popular topic… Continue reading Swing trading

Bhadra Tiger Reserve

Source– This post on Bhadra Tiger Reserve is based on the article “Bhadra Tiger Reserve: A paradise for scientists, tourists and photographers” published in “The Hindu” on 6th May 2024. Why in the News? Recently, there has been an increase in the number of visitors to the Bhadra Tiger Reserve for safaris. It is important… Continue reading Bhadra Tiger Reserve

Peptide

Source– This post on Newly discovered peptide that could treat incurable bacterial infections is based on the article “Newly Discovered Peptide Could Treat Incurable Bacterial Infections” published in “The scietech daily” on 6th May 2024. Why in the News? Recently, Researchers have identified an antimicrobial peptide derived from cows that shows promise in treating incurable infections caused… Continue reading Peptide

Standalone Primary Dealers to borrow in foreign currency

Source-This post on Standalone Primary Dealers to borrow in foreign currency has been created based on the article “Standalone Primary Dealers to borrow in foreign currency ” published in “Business Standard” on 4 May 2024. Why in the news? The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently allowed standalone primary dealers (SPDs) to borrow in… Continue reading Standalone Primary Dealers to borrow in foreign currency

Eta Aquariids meteor showers

Source-This post on Eta Aquariids meteor showers is based on the article “Explained: The Eta Aquariid meteor shower and how it can be spotted” published in “The Indian Express” on 4th May 2024. Why in the News? Eta Aquariids meteor showers are active from April 16 and will peak on May 5 and 6. These meteor… Continue reading Eta Aquariids meteor showers

CDSCO to issue NOC for export of drugs

Source-This post on CDSCO to issue NOC for export of drugs is based on the article “Centre takes away state powers for issuing NOC for export of drugs” published in “The Mint” on 4th May 2024. Why in the News? In a significant development, CDSCO will be the sole licensing authority to issue NOC for drug… Continue reading CDSCO to issue NOC for export of drugs

Seventh India-Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee(JDCC) meeting

Source-This post on Seventh India-Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee(JDCC) meeting is based on the article “India, Indonesia agree to enhance defence industry collaboration” published in “The Hindu” on 4th May 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the seventh India-Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting was held in New Delhi. Both nations agreed to enhance collaboration in areas of defence… Continue reading Seventh India-Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee(JDCC) meeting

World Press Freedom Index 2023

Source– This post on  World Press Freedom Index 2023 is based on the article “India press freedom score fell over the last year: RSF” published in “The Indian Express” on 4th May 2024. Why in the News? Recently, World Press Freedom Index 2023 was released by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). India’s ranking has dropped to 161 out… Continue reading World Press Freedom Index 2023

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