Source-This post on NASA’s PREFIRE Polar Mission has been created based on the article “NASA’s new mission to study polar regions’ heat loss to launch on May 22” published in “Indian Express” on 17 May 2024. Why in News? NASA will soon launch 2 satellites under PREFIRE polar mission. PREFIRE stands for Polar Radiant Energy in… Continue reading NASA’s PREFIRE Polar Mission
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Disappearance of 6 Million Trees in India
Source-This post on Disappearance of 6 Million Trees in India has been created based on the article “Nearly 6 million trees disappeared from farmlands in three years, says satellite mapping study” published in “The Hindu” on 17 May 2024. Why in the news? According to analysis by University of Copenhagen researchers using satellite imagery, India… Continue reading Disappearance of 6 Million Trees in India
Killer Whales or Orcas
Source-This post on Killer Whales has been created based on the article “What is behind orcas aka killer whales sinking boats?” published in “The Indian Express” on 18 May 2024. Why in the news? Two individuals were recently saved when a pod of orcas, also called killer whales, sank their 15-meter-long sailing boat in the… Continue reading Killer Whales or Orcas
Bharat Parva Celebration at Cannes festival
Source-This post on Bharat Parva Celebration has been created based on the article “Bharat Parv celebration takes centerstage at Cannes Film Festival” published in “PIB” on 17 May 2024. Why in the news? Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has recently hosted the inaugural Bharat Parva event at the ongoing Cannes Film Festival.… Continue reading Bharat Parva Celebration at Cannes festival
West Nile Virus (WNV)
Source-This post on West Nile Virus (WNV) is based on the article “Kerala sounds warning on West Nile Virus; neighbouring States on guard” published in “The Hindu” on 17th May 2024. Why in the News? Kerala is facing its yearly struggle with several cases of West Nile Fever (WNF) reported in several districts of Kerala ahead of… Continue reading West Nile Virus (WNV)
Supreme Court Ruling on PMLA Arrest Norms
Source-This post on Supreme Court Ruling on PMLA Arrest Norms is based on the article “SC limits ED’s power to arrest PMLA accused” published in “The Hindu” on 17th May 2024. Why in the News? The recent Supreme Court decision has specified the obligations to notify an accused of the reasons for their arrest under the Prevention… Continue reading Supreme Court Ruling on PMLA Arrest Norms
Global Report on Internal Displacement 2024 (GRID-2024)
Source-This post on Global Report on Internal Displacement 2024 (GRID-2024) is based on the article “Weather-related disasters continue to displace more than conflict and violence” published in “Down to Earth” on 17th May 2024. Why in the News? Recently, Global Report on Internal Displacement 2024 (GRID-2024) was released by the Geneva-based Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC). Finding… Continue reading Global Report on Internal Displacement 2024 (GRID-2024)
India’s Irradiation Technology for Onions
Source-This post on India’s Irradiation Technology for Onions is based on the article “Government-backed irradiation initiative aims to save onion harvest” published in “LiveMint” on 17th May 2024. Why in the News?” India is piloting an innovative technology called irradiation, to extend the shelf life of onions and reduce post-harvest losses. About Irradiation: a) Irradiation facilities are… Continue reading India’s Irradiation Technology for Onions
RSM-56 Bulava Missile
Source-This post on RSM-56 Bulava Missile is based on the article “Putin Adds New Nuclear Missile To Russia’s Arsenal: How Deadly Is Bulava Submarine-Launched ICBM?” published in “Hindustan Times” on 17th May 2024. Why in the News? Russian President Vladimir Putin has strengthened Russia’s military capabilities by directing the inclusion of a new nuclear-capable missile, the Bulava,… Continue reading RSM-56 Bulava Missile
Supreme Court Judgment on Private Property Acquisition
Source-This post on Supreme Court Judgment on Private Property Acquisition is based on the article “State cannot acquire property without proper procedure: SC” published in “The Hindu” on 17th May 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the Supreme Court made a pivotal decision to safeguard private property against arbitrary state acquisition for “public purpose”. The court ruled… Continue reading Supreme Court Judgment on Private Property Acquisition
