Earth’s Oldest-Known Rocks: A volcanic rock belt in Quebec’s (Canada) Nuvvuagittuq Greenstone Belt, dated to be 4.16 billion years old, has been identified as the oldest-known rock on Earth, originating from the Hadean eon (4.5–4.03 billion years ago), when Earth itself was formed about 4.6 billion years ago.The rocks are metamorphosed volcanic basalt, formed when […]
Month: July 2025
Teak Leaves for Laser Protection
Teak Leaves for Laser Protection: Indian scientists have discovered that teak leaf extract could be harnessed as a natural, eco-friendly optical limiter to protect eyes and sensitive sensors from high-intensity laser radiation. Teak leaves contain anthocyanins, natural pigments with nonlinear optical (NLO) properties, making them suitable for optical power-limiting applications such as laser safety goggles, […]
Electronic Private Automatic Branch Exchange
Electronic Private Automatic Branch Exchange: In fast-paced corporate environment, efficient and integrated communication is essential for productivity, and Electronic Private Automatic Branch Exchange (EPABX) systems serve as a critical infrastructure enabling seamless internal and external connectivity in offices.EPABX is a telephone switching system used in businesses to manage both internal and external communication, allowing multiple […]
10 Years of The Digital India Initiative
10 Years of The Digital India Initiative: India celebrated 10 years of the Digital India initiative on July 1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted its transformation from a governance scheme into a people-driven movement.Digital India launched: 1st July 2015 by the Prime Minister of India. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).Vision: To transform India […]
One Big Beautiful Bill
One Big Beautiful Bill: The US Senate narrowly advanced President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill”, a sweeping tax and spending package estimated to add $3.3 trillion to federal debt. One Big Beautiful Bill: It is a 940-page legislative packagecombining tax reforms, spending cuts, and policy changes, including: Tax Cuts – Extends Trump’s 2017 tax cuts […]
Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI)
Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI): The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has successfully executed over 60 GW of Power Sale Agreements (PSAs) for solar, wind, and hybrid energy projects.SECI is a Central Public Sector Undertaking (CPSU) under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). It serves as a nodal agency for implementing […]
Backdoor Layoffs
Backdoor Layoffs: Google has initiated a Voluntary Exit Programme (VEP) and new hybrid work mandates, sparking debate over ‘backdoor layoffs’ amid ongoing workforce restructuring across global tech giants.Backdoor layoffs are indirect methods used by companies to reduce workforce without formal termination notices, often avoiding regulatory scrutiny and public backlash.Employees are offered severance pay to resign […]
Daily Current Affairs for UPSC IAS: 1st July 2025
Today’s Current Affairs: 1st July 2025 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Mud Volcano
Mud Volcano: The Wandan mud volcano recently erupted in Taiwan, sending bubbling mud shooting into the air as locals ignite ejected gases with burning rags. A mud volcano is a small volcano-shaped cone of mud and clay, of height usually less than a few meters, and often a few decimeters. It is built by a […]
Financial Stability Report : RBI
Financial Stability Report : RBI The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently released the Financial Stability Report for June 2025. It is a biannual report released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). It reflects the collective assessment of the Sub-Committee of the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC) on the resilience of the Indian […]
