Candidatus Phytoplasma: Researchers have identified a new microbe called Candidatus Phytoplasma responsible for a peculiar disease that has been affecting the sesame fields of Midnapore in West Bengal. Candidatus Phytoplasma is a microbe with a cell wall lacking Mollicutes bacteria. It thrives in the nutrient-rich phloem and sieve cells of plants. Its transmission takes place […]
Month: November 2024
Bhu-Neer Portal
Bhu-Neer Portal: The Hon’ble Minister of Jal Shakti, digitally launched the newly developed “Bhu-Neer” portal during the concluding ceremony of India Water Week 2024. Bhu-Neer Portal is an advanced portal developed by Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA), under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, in collaboration with the National Informatics Centre (NIC). It is for improved […]
State Of The World’s Children 2024
State Of The World’s Children 2024: The world is facing an unprecedented crisis with nearly half of all children – about 1 billion – living in countries that face a high risk of climate and environmental hazards, the UNICEF’s State of the World’s Children 2024 (SOWC-2024) report said recently. State of the World’s Children (SOWC) […]
St. Francis Xavier
St. Francis Xavier: The decennial exposition of the sacred relics of St. Francis Xavier in Goa, a 45-day spiritual and cultural event, draws millions of pilgrims and tourists. St. Francis Xavier also called “Goencho Saib” (Lord of Goa). Arrived in 1542 as a Spanish Jesuit missionary under the order of King John III of Portugal. […]
Waves OTT Platform
“Waves” OTT Platform: Prasar Bharati, India’s public broadcaster, launched its OTT platform “Waves” during the opening ceremony of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2024. Waves OTT Platform developed by Prasar Bharati, under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Inaugurated at IFFI 2024. Tagline: “Waves – Family Entertainment Ki Nayi Lehar.” It Offers content […]
Central Value Added Tax (CENVAT) Credit
Central Value Added Tax (CENVAT) Credit: The Supreme Court, in a landmark judgment, has allowed telecom companies to claim Central Value Added Tax (CENVAT) credit for the installation of mobile towers and prefabricated buildings (PFBs). Central Value Added Tax (CENVAT) is tax credit system allowing manufacturers or service providers to claim a set-off on excise […]
International Film Festival of India
International Film Festival of India: The 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) kick-started with a star-studded opening ceremony at the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium in Panaji, Goa, recently.
Guyana
Guyana: The Prime Minister of India arrived in Guyana recently, marking the first visit by an Indian leader in more than 50 years to the South American country with diaspora ties.It is a country located in the northeastern corner of South America.It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the north, by Suriname (along the […]
Inflation surged in October 2024
Inflation surged in October 2024: The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI) recently reported that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) or the retail inflation surged to 6.2% in October 2024 and the Food inflation, as per the Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI), rose to 10.87%.This marks the highest inflation rate since August 2023, surpassing […]
India’s Tea Industry
India’s Tea Industry: The Tea industry in India has experienced a boost in profits during the September quarter, driven by higher prices despite a decline in production caused by climate change.A dry spell and erratic rainfall led to a production loss of 76.73 million kg (mkg) compared to 2023.Policies of Tea Board of India including […]
