Source: The post is based on the article “Scientists solve Manipur salamander ‘puzzle’” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. What is the News? In 2022, scientists explored the Khongtheng mountain range in Manipur to study Tylototriton verrucosus, also known as the crocodile newt. While exploring, they discovered a new salamander species named Tylototriton… Continue reading Scientists solve Manipur salamander ‘puzzle’
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‘Vishwakarma scheme will aid 30 lakh artisan families
Source: The post is based on the article “‘Vishwakarma scheme will aid 30 lakh artisan families” published in The Hindu on 17th August 2023. What is the News? The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved a new Scheme named “PM Vishwakarma”. What is the PM Vishwakarma Scheme? Type: Central Sector Scheme Aim: To strengthen… Continue reading ‘Vishwakarma scheme will aid 30 lakh artisan families
To remove gender stereotypes from the law, a new SC handbook
Source: The post is based on the article “To remove gender stereotypes from the law, a new SC handbook” published in The Hindu 17th August 2023. What is the News? The Supreme Court has launched a handbook titled “Handbook on Combating Gender Stereotypes”. What is the purpose of the “Handbook on Combating Gender Stereotypes”? Aim:… Continue reading To remove gender stereotypes from the law, a new SC handbook
Metagenome sequencing is transforming pathogen surveillance
Source: The post is based on the article “Metagenome sequencing is transforming pathogen surveillance” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. Contents1 What is the news?2 What is Genome Sequencing?3 What are the different genome sequencing technologies that help in surveillance of COVID-19 and other diseases?4 What are other areas of application of genome sequencing? What is the news?… Continue reading Metagenome sequencing is transforming pathogen surveillance
SC plans expansion of infra; e-Courts to offer national link
Source: The post is based on the article “SC plans expansion of infra; e-Courts to offer national link” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. What is the News? The Chief Justice of India has announced a plan to expand the Supreme Court with 27 additional courts and 51 judges’ chambers. Currently, the Supreme… Continue reading SC plans expansion of infra; e-Courts to offer national link
275 bird species counted during survey at Corbett Tiger Reserve
Source: The post is based on the article “275 bird species counted during survey at Corbett Tiger Reserve” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. What is the News? The findings of the survey conducted at Corbett Tiger Reserve has been released. Who conducted the survey at the Corbett Tiger Reserve? The survey was… Continue reading 275 bird species counted during survey at Corbett Tiger Reserve
India accounts for 35% of cargo handled by Russia’s Arctic Murmansk port this year
Source: The post is based on the article “India accounts for 35% of cargo handled by Russia’s Arctic Murmansk port this year” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 Where is Murmansk port?3 Where is the Kola Peninsula?4 Where is the Barents Sea?5 Where is the Northern Sea Route(NSR)?… Continue reading India accounts for 35% of cargo handled by Russia’s Arctic Murmansk port this year
Kerala likely to face drought due to deficit monsoon
Source: The post is based on the article “Kerala likely to face drought due to deficit monsoon” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. What is the News? Kerala is facing a potential drought-like condition with the monsoon deficit widening. Why does Kerala might face a potential drought-like condition? Lack of Monsoon Rainfall: The… Continue reading Kerala likely to face drought due to deficit monsoon
PM announces new housing scheme for urban poor; low interest rate loans on offer
Source: The post is based on the article “PM announces new housing scheme for urban poor; low interest rate loans on offer” published in The Hindu on 16th August 2023. What is the News? The Prime Minister has said that the government would soon launch a new scheme to help those living in rented houses… Continue reading PM announces new housing scheme for urban poor; low interest rate loans on offer
Why is India’s Defence Ministry ditching Microsoft Windows for Maya OS?
Source: The post is based on the article “Why is India’s Defence Ministry ditching Microsoft Windows for Maya OS?” published in The Hindu on 12th August 2023. Contents1 What is the News?2 What is Maya OS?3 What are the key features of Maya OS?4 Why has India shifted to Maya OS? What is the News?… Continue reading Why is India’s Defence Ministry ditching Microsoft Windows for Maya OS?
