Recent research has revealed findings regarding cardamom, often referred to as the ‘Queen of Spices’. An international team has identified six close relatives of Green cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum),...
Niger has made history as the first African nation to eliminate onchocerciasis, commonly known as river blindness. This milestone was recognised by the World Health Organisation (WHO), placing...
1. Which country has become the first African country to eliminate onchocerciasis? [A] Kenya[B] Libya[C] Algeria[D] Niger Show Answer Correct Answer: D [Niger] Notes:Niger has become the first...
The PM-JANMAN package is initiative launched in November 2023 to enhance the living conditions of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India. The programme aims for 100% saturation...
The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt has reopened for medical evacuations after being closed since May 2024. This reopening comes amid ongoing conflict in Gaza and...
India’s Defence Ministry recently conducted a pilot study on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS). This study marks the transformative potential of these technologies. It raises critical questions regarding...
In recent weeks, over ten buildings in Kolkata have been reported to be tilting. This alarming trend marks issues in construction practices and urban planning. Experts attribute these...
Recently, New Zealand‘s Mount Taranaki, also known as Taranaki Maunga, was officially recognised as a legal person. This landmark decision acknowledges the mountain’s significance to Indigenous Māori people,...
Recently, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is poised to make history as the first Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station (ISS). Selected to pilot the Axiom...
The Commerce Ministry has recently withdrawn the track and trace system for pharmaceutical exports. This decision aligns with the regulatory framework established by the Ministry of Health and...
