Liquid Improvised Explosive Device: Liquid explosives seem to have made a comeback in Jammu and Kashmir militancy theatre after 17 years as a recent raid by police in the Union territory led to the recovery of such “difficult-to-detect (d2d)” Improvised Explosive Devices. Forensic examination indicated that it could be trinitrotoluene (TNT) or nitroglycerine, generally used […]
Month: June 2024
Chlorella Growth Factor
Chlorella Growth Factor: Scientists at CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT) have spotlighted the potential of Chlorella Growth Factor (CGF), a protein-rich extract derived from the microalgae ‘Chlorella sorokiniana’, as an ideal ingredient for a wide range of food and feed applications. Chlorella Growth Factor (CGF) is rich in amino acids and proteins of high […]
Global Economic Prospects Report 2024
Global Economic Prospects Report 2024: According to the recently released Global Economic Prospects Report by the World Bank, India is predicted to remain the fastest-growing major economy globally, with a projected GDP growth rate of 6.6% for FY25. Key Findings of the Report: According to the report, for the first time in three years, […]
Google Search Algorithms
Google Search Algorithms: An anonymous email claiming access to Google’s Search algorithm API documents was recently disclosed. API documents, or Application Programming Interface documents, are comprehensive guides that detail the functionalities, parameters, endpoints, and usage instructions for developers seeking to integrate with or utilize an API (Application Programming Interface). Google’s search algorithms are intricate systems […]
43rd Signatory Of The Artemis Accords : Armenia
43rd Signatory Of The Artemis Accords : Armenia Armenia becomes the 43rd signatory of the Artemis Accords, a set of principles for global space exploration cooperation led by NASA. The Artemis Accords, established in 2020 by NASA and seven founding member nations, including the US, are a set of non-binding principles aimed at guiding civil […]
Environmental Performance Index
Environmental Performance Index 2024: According to the 2024 Environmental Performance Index (EPI), India was ranked 176th out of 180 nations. Compared to 2022, when it was at the bottom of the index, this shows a small gain. Different external factors are used by Yale and Columbia universities to make the EPI. Historically, India’s rank has […]
Asteroid 2024 LZ4 : Threat To Earth
Asteroid 2024 LZ4 : Threat To Earth NASA has recently been keeping an eye on three asteroids that are moving toward Earth. It is important to note that Asteroid 2024 LZ4 will pass closer to Earth than the Moon, by 173,000 miles. Because it is so close, it stands out even more, but because it […]
Banking Current Affairs : 15th June 2024
Today’s Current Affairs: 15th June 2024 for SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc NITI Aayog Launched Two Initiatives under Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) to foster innovation: NITI Aayog launches two initiatives to foster innovationOn 10th June 2024, National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog) launched the “AIM-ICDK Water Challenge 4.0” […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 15th June 2024
Today’s Current Affairs: 15th June 2024 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Kavli Prize 2024
Kavli Prize 2024: The winners of the 2024 Kavli Prize were announced on Wednesday. Eight winners were awarded for their contributions to astrophysics, neuroscience and nanoscience. It is awarded in honour of Norwegian-American businessman and philanthropist Fred Kavli (1927-2013) The Kavli Prizes are awarded in three areas: astrophysics, nanoscience and neuroscience — the largest, the […]
