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What is Eastern equine encephalitis?

Health officials in New England stepped up their monitoring after the first case of eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in Massachusetts in 2020. A resident from Hampstead, New Hampshire...

August 29, 2024

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 29, 2024

1. What is the theme of ‘World Water Week 2024’? [A] Bridging Borders: Water for a Peaceful and Sustainable Future[B] Valuing Water[C] Groundwater – making the invisible visible[D]...

August 29, 2024

What is Food Traceability?

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, people have become much more concerned about where their food comes from and how safe it is. This worry comes from a better understanding...

August 28, 2024

NGT Imposes ₹1,000 Crore Fine on Punjab Government

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has fined the Punjab government a huge amount—Rs 1,000 crore. This fine was imposed because the state has repeatedly failed to manage its...

August 28, 2024

Nano DAP Experiment Reveals Decline in Wheat Yields

Scientists at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) did a study to see how well nano diammonium phosphate (DAP) works compared to traditional nitrogen fertilizers. They found that nano DAP...

August 28, 2024

UN Calls for Urgent Action on Rising Sea Levels

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres visited Tonga to highlight a serious global issue—rising sea levels. He spoke at the Pacific Islands Forum, emphasizing how quickly sea levels are increasing...

August 28, 2024

Study Reveals Microplastics Dominant in Indian Personal Care Products

A study led by Riya K. Alex at Cochin University has brought attention to the presence of microplastics, especially polyethylene (PE), in personal care products (PCPs). The study...

August 28, 2024

NASA’s Perseverance Rover Begins Climb to Jezero Crater Rim

NASA’s Perseverance rover began an important new phase of its mission on Mars by starting its climb to the top of Jezero Crater, on August 27, 2024. After...

August 28, 2024

Nitin Gadkari Launches Solar-Powered Tricycles for Disabled Individuals

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari recently unveiled solar-powered tricycles during an important event held by the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ). These tricycles are designed to help individuals with...

August 28, 2024

Himachal Govt to allocate Rs 53 cr for ‘Mukhya Mantri Sukh Shiksha Yojana’

The Himachal Pradesh government has introduced the ‘Mukhya Mantri Sukh Shiksha Yojana.’ This scheme allocates Rs 53.21 crore every year to help vulnerable families. The main focus is...

August 28, 2024

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