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What are Oppressive Heatwaves?

In recent years, researchers have focused on the increasing frequency of heatwaves in India. A study conducted by IIT-Bombay and ETH Zurich marks the phenomenon of ‘oppressive heatwaves’....

January 27, 2025    Environment & Biodiversity Current Affairs

Silicon Carbide Extraction from Simulated Lunar Soil

Recently, researchers at IIT Madras have successfully extracted silicon carbide from simulated moon soil. This achievement has implications for constructing habitats on the moon. About Lunar Regolith Lunar...

January 27, 2025    Science & Technology

Georgia Certified Malaria-Free

Recently, Georgia was officially certified malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO). This achievement marks milestone for the country and the WHO European region. Georgia joins 45 other...

January 27, 2025    Environment & Biodiversity Current Affairs

Unified Pension Scheme

The Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) was officially notified on January 24, 2025. This scheme offers government employees a new choice for retirement benefits. It replaces the National Pension...

January 27, 2025    Government Schemes Current Affairs

Andhra Pradesh Announces Major Tourism Projects

The Minister for Tourism and Cinematography, Kandula Durgesh, recently announced funding for two major tourism projects in Andhra Pradesh. The Ministry of Tourism has sanctioned ₹177 crore under...

January 27, 2025    Government Schemes Current Affairs

Rabies Control Efforts in India and Global Initiatives

Rabies remains public health challenge in India. A recent Lancet study revealed that dogs account for three in every four animal bites. Annually, rabies causes an estimated 5,726...

January 27, 2025    Environment & Biodiversity Current Affairs

Nutritional Support Aids Tuberculosis Treatment Outcomes

Nutritional support for tuberculosis (TB) patients and their household contacts has emerged as important factor in improving treatment outcomes. Recent findings from the RATIONS trial conducted in Jharkhand...

January 27, 2025    Agriculture Current Affairs

Corpse Flower

The corpse flower, scientifically known as Amorphophallus titanum, has captivated audiences worldwide with its unique characteristics. Native to Sumatra, this flower attracts attention not only for its size...

January 27, 2025    Environment & Biodiversity Current Affairs

Assam’s Second Capital

Recently, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that Dibrugarh would be upgraded to a full-fledged city and serve as the second capital of Assam. This decision aims...

January 27, 2025    States Current Affairs

CBIC Introduces Temporary Identification Number

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has recently implemented changes to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) framework in India. These changes include the introduction...

January 27, 2025    Economy & Banking Current Affairs

Centre Drafts Rules for Uniform IST Adoption

The Government of India has introduced new rules to standardise timekeeping across the nation. The draft legislation mandates the exclusive use of Indian Standard Time (IST) for all...

January 27, 2025    Legal & Constitution Current Affairs

Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis

The health of tea plantation workers in Assam has come under scrutiny due to a recent study denoting risk of chronic pulmonary aspergillosis (CPA). This life-threatening fungal infection...

January 27, 2025    Science & Technology

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