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Archean

The Archean Eon constitutes the second major division of Earth’s geological history. It directly follows the Hadean Eon and precedes both the Proterozoic and the Phanerozoic. Representing an...

November 29, 2016

Archetype

Archetypes constitute fundamental patterns, models or prototypes that recur across human behaviour, cultural expression, literature, philosophy and psychology. They function as universal frameworks for understanding characteristic forms and...

November 29, 2016

Aspartic acid

Aspartic acid, represented by the symbols Asp or D, is an alpha amino acid central to numerous biochemical processes in living organisms. In its deprotonated form, it is...

November 29, 2016

Asteroid belt

The asteroid belt is a prominent region of the Solar System situated between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter. Characterised by a vast collection of irregularly shaped rocky...

November 29, 2016

Asthma

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the bronchioles characterised by recurrent respiratory symptoms and reversible airway obstruction. It is one of the most common long-term respiratory conditions...

November 29, 2016

Atlas Mountains

The Atlas Mountains are a prominent mountain system of the Maghreb region in North Africa, extending across Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia. Acting as a natural barrier between the...

November 29, 2016

Atoll

An atoll is a distinctive ring-shaped island or archipelago formed around a central lagoon and composed primarily of coral reefs. Found almost exclusively in tropical and subtropical waters...

November 29, 2016

Australopithecus

Australopithecus is a genus of early hominins that lived in Africa during the Pliocene and Early Pleistocene. These species represent key forms in human evolution, occupying a position...

November 29, 2016

Ayodhya

Ayodhya is a historic city located on the banks of the Ghaghara River in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It serves as the administrative centre of both...

November 29, 2016

Union Government introduces Taxation Laws (Second Amendment) Bill, 2016

The Union Government has introduced the Taxation Laws (Second Amendment) Bill, 2016 in the Parliament. The bill amends existing tax laws to impose a higher rate of tax...

November 29, 2016

Last living person born in 1800s turns 117

Born November 29, 1989, Emma Morano has turned 117. She is the last known person born in the 19th century who is still alive. She has been declared...

November 29, 2016

Assam to host Judima Festival

Assam’s only hill station, Haflong will host the three-day ‘Judima Festival’ on sports and culture from December 18-20. The festival has been named after Judima, which is Dimasa...

November 29, 2016