Source-This post is based on the article “Meet the Punganur, dwarf cows that PM Modi fed on Makar Sankranti” published in “The Indian Express” on 16th January 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the Prime Minister was observed personally providing fodder to several Punganur cows at his residence in New Delhi. About Punganur Cow Aspect… Continue reading Punganur cows
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Vulture restaurant in Jharkhand
Source-This post is based on the article “A ‘Vulture restaurant’ in Jharkhand to conserve the ‘critically endangered’ species” published in “Financial Express” on 14th January 2024. Why in the News? In Jharkhand, a ‘Vulture Restaurant’ has been established in Koderma district as part of conservation efforts to conserve the diminishing vulture population. Why has this… Continue reading Vulture restaurant in Jharkhand
Paramyrothecium indicum – Scientists discover new species of fungus in Kerala
Source-This post is based on the article “Scientists from KFRI, BHU and BSI discover new species of fungus in Kerala” published in “Newscareers360” on 15th January 2024. Why in the News? Scientists have recently discovered a new species of fungus in Kerala, named ‘Paramyrothecium indicum’. What is ‘Paramyrothecium indicum’? 1. It is a new species… Continue reading Paramyrothecium indicum – Scientists discover new species of fungus in Kerala
Zanskar River
Source-This post is based on the article “Chief of the Naval Staff Flags off CHADAR trek expedition to Zanskar river, Ladakh” published in “PIB” on 17th January 2024. Why in the News? The Chief of the Naval Staff recently inaugurated the Indian Navy’s Chadar Trek expedition at INS Shivaji. It takes place on the frozen… Continue reading Zanskar River
Greenland has lost more ice than previously thought
Source: This post is based on the article “Greenland has lost more ice than previously thought: study” published in “The Hindu” on 18th January 2024. Why in News? According to recent research based on satellite imagery climate change has caused Greenland’s ice sheet to lose 20% more ice than previously imagined. How was the study… Continue reading Greenland has lost more ice than previously thought
E-SAKSHI Mobile Application launched by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)
Source: This post is based on the article “Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh launches the MPLADS e-SAKSHI Mobile Application for the Revised Fund Flow Procedure under MPLAD Scheme” published in “PIB” on 16th January 2024. Why in News? Recently, the MPLADS e-SAKSHI Mobile Application was launched by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).… Continue reading E-SAKSHI Mobile Application launched by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)
Kerala Rehabilitation Project benefits 7,000 Gulf returnees
Source: This post is based on the article “Kerala Rehabilitation project benefits 7,000 Gulf returnees” published in “The Hindu” on 16th January 2024. Why in News? The first-ever rehabilitation project launched by the Kerala government for individuals returning from Gulf countries has assisted nearly 7,000 returnees in the state. What is this project? Specification Description… Continue reading Kerala Rehabilitation Project benefits 7,000 Gulf returnees
OPERATION AMRITH
Why in the News? Recently, Kerala government has launched operation ‘AMRITH’ to tackle anti-microbial resistance. AMRITH stands for Antimicrobial Resistance Intervention for Total Health. What is Operation AMRITH? Launched by- Kerala Drug Control Department to reduce the use of antibiotics. Objective- To conduct unexpected inspections at retail pharmacies to detect over-the-counter sales of antibiotics, without… Continue reading OPERATION AMRITH
National Essential Diagnostics List (NEDL)
Why in news? Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has started the process of revising the current National Essential Diagnostic List for the first time since its inception in 2019. What is the National Essential Diagnostics List (NEDL)? Published by: ICMR In 2018, WHO has recommended the development and implementation of NEDL to facilitate the… Continue reading National Essential Diagnostics List (NEDL)
What is ‘prior approval’ before probing corruption allegations against public officials?
Source-This post is based on the article “What is ‘prior approval’, and why is it needed before investigating public officials accused of corruption?” published in “The Indian Express” on 17th January 2024. Why in the News? Recently, the Supreme Court issued a divided verdict on ex-Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu’s plea to dismiss an FIR… Continue reading What is ‘prior approval’ before probing corruption allegations against public officials?
