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Fitness trade-offs linked to population size in E. coli
Scientists at IISER, Pune, have discovered a link between population sizes of Escherichia coli bacteria with the fitness trade-off adopted by them. Escherichia coli Escherichia coli is a bacterial species commonly found in the gut of humans and several animals. ..
Kerala to roll out a rapid test for COVID-19
By the end of March, Kerala recorded more than 200 cases of COVID-19 sparking fears of community transmission. The state government is rolling out a rapid test to check for community transmission. Community Transmission Community transmission is the 3rd stage ..
Top GKToday’s News Headlines-31 March 2020
Here are Top GKToday’s News Headlines for 31 March, 2020 INDIA Mandatory for cable operators to carry 25 DD, RS and LS TV channels: Information and Broadcasting Ministry Rajasthan Day celebrated on March 30; marks state’s formation on this day ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
UPSC Prelims Mini Mock Test: 389
1. Matheran Hill Railway is a narrow gauge heritage railway located in which state? Tamil Nadu Himachal Pradesh Maharashtra Meghalaya 2. The classical dances of India have two types of temperaments viz. tandava and lasya. With this reference, consider the following ..
Rajasthan celebrates Statehood Day
Every year, Rajasthan celebrates its Statehood Day on March 30. Popularly known as “Land of the Kings”, it is the largest Indian state in area. The day is also called “Rajasthan Day”. Highlights This year, the state is silent due ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
International Table Tennis Federation suspends events, freezes World Rankings
On March 30, 2020 the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) announced that it is suspending all the planned events till June 30, 2020. The decision was taken during the ITTF meeting that was held to discuss the effects of Novel ..