Today’s Current Affairs: 4th May 2026 for UPSC IAS exams, State PSC exams, SSC CGL, State SSC, RRB, Railways, Banking Exam & IBPS, etc
Great Himalayan National Park
Great Himalayan National Park: The Ministry of Environment recently declared a 326.69 sq.km. area around the Great Himalayan National Park in Himachal Pradesh as an eco-sensitive zone. It is a high altitude national park located in Kullu District of Himachal Pradesh.\ Nestled in the far Western Himalayas, the park comprises four valleys: the Tirthan Valley, […]
Allele : Study
Allele : Study A study from South Africa finds that while protective HLA-B alleles once aided survival and reduced HIV transmission before Antiretroviral therapy, widespread ART use has significantly slowed this natural selection-driven genetic shift. An allele is a variant form of a gene. Some genes have a variety of different forms, which are located […]
SVAMITVA Scheme : In News
SVAMITVA Scheme: In News The rural property ownership scheme, SVAMITVA, is emerging as a potent tool for formalisation of residential land, improving the financial standing of gram panchayats, and making a positive impact on the rural economy, says a survey by IIM Ahmedabad. The Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas […]
Udayan Fort
Udayan Fort: The historic Udyan Fort in Kaushambi, dating back nearly 2,500 years to the era of the ancient Vatsa Mahajanapada, is set to undergo restoration following official approval, officials said recently. Udayan Fort, also known as Udayan Kila, is a historical site located in the Kaushambi district of Uttar Pradesh. It is located on […]
Spinal Muscular Atrophy : In News
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Persons living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and parents have written to Prime Minister of India seeking urgent intervention to ensure nationwide access to generic Risdiplam under the National Policy for Rare Diseases (NPRD). It is a rare and progressive neuromuscular disorder that leads to muscle weakness and can cause life-threatening complications. […]
India and Ecuador
India and Ecuador: India and Ecuador are looking at the possibility of firming up a preferential trade pact to boost economic ties. Ecuador is a country located on the northwestern edge of South America. It is bordered by Colombia to the north, by Peru to the south and east. It shares borders with the Pacific […]
Fiber Optic Drones
Fiber Optic Drones: It was observed that the Hezbollah is using Fiber Optic Drones against Israel. Fiber optic drones are specialized unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that integrate fiber optic technology. Fiber optic drones operate by using optical fiber cables instead of traditional wireless systems. These are operated while connected to the ground through a fiber […]
Atomic Energy Regulatory Board : In News
Atomic Energy Regulatory Board : In News The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) has issued permission for “major equipment erection” at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project (KKNPP) Units 5 and 6. Atomic Energy Regulatory Board is India’s premier regulatory authority for nuclear and radiation safety. It was constituted on November 15, 1983, by the President of […]
India’s Thomas Cup 2026
India’s Thomas Cup 2026: France beat India 3-0 to reach maiden Thomas Cup final; India take bronze. India’s campaign in the Thomas Cup 2026 comes to an end as they have suffered the 0-3 defeat against the France in the semifinals of the tournament. With this loss team India have to settle with the bronze […]
