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Soil Moisture as an Indicator for Thunderstorm Prediction

A new study revealed how soil moisture can serve as an early warning signal for thunderstorms that lead to flash floods and landslides. This is particularly relevant in...

April 11, 2025

U.S. Military Presence at Panama Canal Facilities

Recently, agreement was reached allowing U.S. troops to deploy to facilities along the Panama Canal. The agreement permits military personnel to conduct training and exercises at Panama-controlled sites....

April 11, 2025

Vembur Sheep

The Vembur sheep, known locally as ‘Pottu aadu’, is a unique indigenous breed found in Tamil Nadu. This breed is recognised for its distinctive coat pattern, which features...

April 11, 2025

Black Rat as Primary Carrier of Hantavirus

Recent research marks the role of black rats as the primary carriers of hantavirus in rural Madagascar. A study published in *Ecology and Evolution* reveals that these invasive...

April 11, 2025

Greening Trends in the Thar Desert

The Thar Desert, located in northwestern India and southeastern Pakistan, has witnessed a remarkable transformation over the past two decades. A recent study revealed a 38 per cent...

April 11, 2025

Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2023-24

The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) is vital for understanding India’s employment landscape. This survey provides data on key labour force indicators such as the Labour Force Participation...

April 11, 2025

90-Day Pause on Trump’s Tariff Policy

On 2 April 2025, US President Donald Trump announced new “reciprocal tariffs,” which he termed “liberation day.” This announcement reverberated through global markets, causing volatility. A 90-day pause...

April 11, 2025

UPSC Current Affairs Quiz: April 11, 2025

1. With reference to agricultural products, consider the following statements: Chickpeas are commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine and can be eaten fresh or dried. Fava beans are also...

April 11, 2025

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 11, 2025

1. Where was the Global Technology Summit (GTS) 2025 held? [A] New Delhi[B] Bengaluru[C] Chennai[D] Hyderabad Show Answer Correct Answer: A [New Delhi] Notes:The 9th Global Technology Summit...

April 11, 2025

World’s First 3D-Printed Train Station in Japan

Recently, Japan’s West Japan Railway Company revealed the world’s first 3D-printed train station in Arida town. This innovative project replaced a weathered wooden complex that had been in...

April 10, 2025

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