What is the News? The Geological Survey of India(GSI) has identified two geological heritage sites in the Indian Himalayan Region of India. Which are the two sites identified by GSI? The two sites identified by GSI in the Himalayan Region are: Siwalik Fossil Park Location: Himachal Pradesh Description of the Site: The Siwalik Fossil park… Continue reading Geological Heritage Sites of Himalayan Region of India
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Hidden in Plain Sight: faint galaxy discovered in our local universe
What is the News? Indian astronomers have discovered a Faint Galaxy named UVIT J2022 that remained hidden until now. What are Faint Galaxies? Faint Galaxies are called low surface brightness galaxies or ultra-diffuse galaxies and have a surface brightness that is at least ten times fainter than the surrounding night sky. Such faint galaxies may… Continue reading Hidden in Plain Sight: faint galaxy discovered in our local universe
Indian scientists propose multi-sectoral strategies for the prevention and control of pollen allergy
What is the News? Indian scientists have recommended several measures for the prevention and control of pollen allergy. What are Pollens? Pollen grains are male biological entities produced by higher plant cells that are essential for sexual reproduction. Pollen themselves are immobile and dispersion is aided by agents such as water, insects, birds and wind.… Continue reading Indian scientists propose multi-sectoral strategies for the prevention and control of pollen allergy
Government’s emphasis on promoting sunflower area and production in the country
What is the News? The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare is focused on promoting the area and production of Sunflower in the country. About Sunflower Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) is an important oilseed crop in India, popularly known as “Surajmukhi.” It is known as a sunflower as it follows the sun by day, always… Continue reading Government’s emphasis on promoting sunflower area and production in the country
20TH EDITION OF INDIA FRANCE NAVAL EXERCISE VARUNA – 2022
What is the News? The 20th edition of the Bilateral Naval Exercise between Indian and French Navies – ‘VARUNA’ is being conducted in the Arabian Sea. What is Exercise Varuna? Type: Bilateral Naval Exercise Countries Involved: India and France. Started in: 1993. The exercise was named ‘VARUNA’ in 2001. Aim: To develop interoperability between the… Continue reading 20TH EDITION OF INDIA FRANCE NAVAL EXERCISE VARUNA – 2022
Union Minister says about 33.6% of the coastline is under varying degree of erosion
What is the News? The government has informed Rajya Sabha that about 33.6% of the Indian Coastline is under varying degrees of erosion. What is Coastal Erosion? Coastal erosion is the loss or displacement of land or the long-term removal of sediment and rocks along the coastline due to the action of waves, currents, tides,… Continue reading Union Minister says about 33.6% of the coastline is under varying degree of erosion
Cabinet approves USD 808 million for “Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance”
What is the News? The Union Cabinet has approved the “Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance” (RAMP) Programme. What is the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance(RAMP) Programme? Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises(MSME) Type: Central Sector Scheme Funding: It is a World Bank assisted programme Committees: The RAMP programme was formulated based on… Continue reading Cabinet approves USD 808 million for “Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance”
Matrubhumi – the projection mapping show highlighting the facets of India will now be exhibited at the historic Red Fort throughout the year
What is the News? As part of the Red Fort Festival – Bharat Bhagya Vidhata, the Projection Mapping Show ‘Matrubhumi’ is receiving an overwhelming response. What is the Matrubhumi Show? It is being organized as part of the Red Fort Festival – Bharat Bhagya Vidhata. Purpose: It is a Projection Mapping Show that showcases the… Continue reading Matrubhumi – the projection mapping show highlighting the facets of India will now be exhibited at the historic Red Fort throughout the year
IONS MARITIME EXERCISE 2022 (IMEX 22)
What is the News? The maiden edition of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium(IONS) Maritime Exercise 2022 (IMEX-22) was conducted at Goa and in the Arabian Sea. What is IMEX-22? It is a maiden maritime exercise of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium(IONS). Aim: To enhance interoperability in Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations among member… Continue reading IONS MARITIME EXERCISE 2022 (IMEX 22)
5th BIMSTEC Summit
What is the News? The Prime Minister has participated in the 5th BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) Summit. What is the 5th BIMSTEC Summit? Chaired by: Sri Lanka Theme: “Towards a Resilient Region, Prosperous Economies, Healthy People” Main outcomes of the summit BIMSTEC Charter: The charter formalizes the grouping… Continue reading 5th BIMSTEC Summit
