Bitra Island : In News The government has initiated the acquisition of Bitra Island in Lakshadweep for defence purposes. Bitra Island is the smallest inhabited island in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep. It is Situated at 11°36′N, 72°11′E, Bitra lies about 483 km (261 nautical miles) from Kochi, the gateway to Lakshadweep. It is part […]
Month: July 2025
Fungus Fighting Pineapple
Fungus Fighting Pineapple: Indian researchers at Bose Institute have developed a fungus-resistant pineapple by overexpressing the AcSERK3 gene, offering a sustainable solution against Fusariosis, a devastating fungal disease. A genetically modified pineapple variety engineered to resist Fusarium moniliforme, a fungus causing Fusariosis, which destroys stems, leaves, and fruits. Developed by Bose Institute (DST) scientists Prof. […]
India’s Achieved 6 Crore Sickle Cell Anemia Screening under the National Mission
India’s Achieved 6 Crore Sickle Cell Anemia Screening under the National Mission: India has achieved a major public health milestone by completing 6 crore screenings under the National Sickle Cell Anemia Elimination Mission, launched to combat the genetic blood disorder predominantly affecting tribal populations. The mission is a cornerstone in India’s health policy framework aimed […]
Public Sector Banks Write Off Over ₹12 Lakh Crore In last 9 Years
Public Sector Banks Write Off Over ₹12 Lakh Crore In last 9 Years: The Ministry of Finance recently informed the Rajya Sabha that Public Sector Banks (PSBs) have written off more than ₹12 lakh crore in non-performing assets (NPAs) between FY2016 and FY2025. Despite the massive write-offs, efforts to recover the loans continue under various […]
Suhani Shah Became First Indian To Win ‘Oscar for Magicians’ at FISM 2025
Suhani Shah Became First Indian To Win ‘Oscar for Magicians’ at FISM 2025: Mentalist Suhani Shah from Rajasthan has become the first Indian to win the ‘Best Magic Creator 2025’ award at the Fédération Internationale des Sociétés Magiques (FISM)—popularly known as the Oscars for magicians. The award was presented at the prestigious FISM World Championship […]
India’s First Mining Tourism Project in Jharkhand
India’s First Mining Tourism Project in Jharkhand: Jharkhand is set to become the first Indian state to launch a Mining Tourism Project, aiming to showcase its rich mineral heritage through guided mine tours and cultural experiences. This initiative, led by the state government and Central Coalfields Limited (CCL), seeks to diversify tourism while educating the […]
National Broadcasting Day 2025
National Broadcasting Day 2025: National Broadcasting Day, observed on July 23 every year, commemorates the start of organised radio broadcasting in India with the formation of the Indian Broadcasting Company (IBC) in 1927. It celebrates the role of All India Radio (AIR) in shaping public communication, education, and national integration over nearly a century. From […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 22nd July 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 22nd July 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Bima Sakhi Yojana : In News
Bima Sakhi Yojana: In News Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recently entered into an MoU with the Department of Rural Development, Union Ministry of Rural Development, to promote its Bima Sakhi Yojana in rural areas. Bima Sakhi Yojana is an initiative of the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC). It is a performance-oriented stipendiary […]
International Seabed Authority : In News
International Seabed Authority : In News After two weeks of negotiations, the International Seabed Authority (ISA) is still far from finalising rules for the extraction of coveted metals on the high seas despite heightened pressure triggered by US efforts to fast-track the controversial practice. It is an autonomous international organization established under the 1982 United […]
