Earliest Cases of Genetic Syndromes Identified

Researchers have uncovered the most ancient known instances of individuals with sex chromosome syndromes, dating back roughly 5,000 years. The findings indicate people with extra or missing chromosomes have existed through human history. Genetic syndromes often confer distinct appearances and ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Researchers Discover Oldest Known Skin Fossil

Scientists have uncovered the most ancient skin fossil, dated to about 286 million years old. But the creature it belonged to remains a mystery for now. The textured fragment exceeds previously known skin fossils by over 21 million years. Texture ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Rare ‘Tree Lobsters’ Beat Back Extinction

In an extraordinary survival story, the Lord Howe Island stick insect has defied extinction after its rediscovery in 2001 on a rocky volcanic outcrop called Ball’s Pyramid. With only 20-30 left in the wild, zoos like San Diego now showcase ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

Global Fungal Infection Deaths Double Earlier Estimates

Over a decade back, preliminary data pointed to around 2 million annual global deaths from fungal diseases. However, recent findings reveal a nearly twofold rise, with updated estimates showing fungal infections cause about 3.8 million deaths yearly. This staggering figure ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

‘One Vehicle One FASTag’ Initiative

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has started a ‘One Vehicle, One FASTag’ initiative. This aims to enhance Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) efficiency and improve traffic movement at toll plazas. NHAI took this decision after increased cases of multiple ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

NITI Aayog’s Discussion Paper ‘Multidimensional Poverty in India since 2005-06’

As per a new NITI Aayog report, 24.82 crore Indians have risen out of multidimensional poverty in the last 9 years. It states that multidimensional poverty in India reduced from 29.17% in 2013-14 to 11.28% in 2022-23. Assessing Poverty Beyond ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

National Social Organisations and Institutions Meet (NSOIM) to be Held

The India International Science Festival (IISF) will host the National Social Organisations and Institutions Meet (NSOIM) from January 17-19, 2024 in Faridabad. This event brings together science, technology and society to spur grassroots development. India International Science Festival (IISF) The ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Important Days & Events Current Affairs

IMD Unveils Initiatives to Monitor Weather to Mark its 150th Year

To mark its 150th anniversary, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) recently launched a National Framework for Climate Services (NFCS). Several other initiatives were also introduced to better monitor and predict extreme weather using the latest science and technology. The Purpose ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

India, Thailand Conduct Inaugural Bilateral Maritime Exercise

In December 2023, the Indian Navy and Royal Thai Navy conducted their first ever bilateral maritime exercise. The four-day event was held from December 20 to 23. Indian, Thai Ships Participate Indian Naval ships Kulish and LCU 56 took part, ..

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz: January 16, 2024

41. Punganur Cow, recently seen in the news, is native to which state of India? [A] Kerala[B] Tamil Nadu[C] Andhra Pradesh[D] Mizoram Show Answer Correct Answer: C [Andhra Pradesh] Notes:The Prime Minister recently personally fed Punganur cows at his New ..