Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024 : Passed The Rajya Sabha recently passed the Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024, via a voice vote, paving the way for significant changes in India’s oil and gas exploration laws. It is a bill to amend the Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Act, 1948, aiming to boost […]
Month: December 2024
Linen Inspection and Sorting Assistant System
Linen Inspection and Sorting Assistant System: The Union Railway Minister inaugurated the Linen Inspection and Sorting Assistant (LISA) system. It is an Artificial Intelligence-based system, that inspects and sort linens such as bed sheets and towels provided to passengers in the air-conditioned coaches. It is designed to ensure 100% quality inspection of bed sheets used […]
Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta Evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana
Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta Evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana: The union Minister of State (I/C) for Ayush informed the Rajya Sabha about the Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana. Ayush Oushadhi Gunvatta Evam Uttpadan Samvardhan Yojana is a Central Sector Scheme formulated by the Ministry of Ayush. It aims to regulate Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and Homeopathy […]
Subabul Tree
Subabul Tree: Researchers have identified the therapeutic potential of the seedpods from the traditional medicinal plant Subabul in managing insulin resistance related to type II diabetes and developed a marker-assisted fraction and four active compounds from it. It is a fast-growing leguminous tree commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions. It originates from Mexico is […]
Rashtriya Gokul Mission : Role
Rashtriya Gokul Mission: Role The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying highlighted the role of the Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM) in the conservation of indigenous bovine breeds and the enhancement of milk production in the Lok Sabha. Rashtriya Gokul Mission was launched in 2014 for the development and conservation of indigenous bovine breeds. The […]
DNA Profiles and Levirate Marriages
DNA Profiles and Levirate Marriages: During DNA profiling for an organ transplant, it was discovered that a father was not the biological parent of his son, revealing a case of levirate marriage.The exposed sensitive family information, raising concerns about genetic privacy and the unintended consequences of DNA analysis.DNA profiling is a technique to identify individuals […]
Indian Navy Day 2024
Indian Navy Day 2024: On 4th December, Indian Navy Day was celebrated, honoring the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War and Operation Trident, which highlighted the Indian Navy’s strategic success in attacking Pakistan’s Karachi port.The theme for 2024 is “Strength and Power through Innovation and Indigenization”. The day underscores the critical role of the Indian Navy in maintaining […]
SheSTEM, 2024
SheSTEM, 2024: SheSTEM 2024, an annual event organized by Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) and the Office of Science and Innovation at the Embassy of Sweden, showcased energy storage and sustainability innovations from students across India.Organizers: Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, and the Embassy of Sweden. Objective is to inspire youth and promote STEM careers, […]
Extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA)
Extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA): Extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA) has emerged as a groundbreaking area in cancer biology, challenging foundational genetic principles and offering new insights into cancer progression and drug resistance.ecDNA is a circular fragment of genetic material that breaks away from chromosomes and floats freely in the cell nucleus.Created by DNA damage, chromosomal rearrangements, or errors […]
Australian Davis Cup Icon Neale Fraser Passes Away at 91
Australian Davis Cup Icon Neale Fraser Passes Away at 91: Neale Fraser, one of Australia’s most celebrated tennis players and captains, passed away at the age of 91. A legend of the sport, Fraser’s contributions as a player and as a Davis Cup captain marked a golden era for Australian tennis. Renowned for his prowess […]
